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Tensions will undermine US-Mexico cooperation

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US/MEXICO

The meetings follow a period of increased strain in the bilateral relationship, over the US arrest, and subsequent release, of former Mexican Defence Minister General Salvador…

Ruto will try to broaden Kenya’s trade ties

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KENYA

Nairobi also says it expects a US-Kenya free trade agreement (FTA) to be finalised by April 2024, while the government has promised various tax and other incentives to foreign…

New rebel coalitions presage headwinds for Congo

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CONGO-KINSHASA

New rebel coalitions in eastern Congo.

Northern Ireland’s DUP faces daunting challenges

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UNITED KINGDOM

Poots’s election comes against the backdrop of Unionist anger over the Northern Ireland protocol (NIP) and the DUP’s dwindling support in the polls. Poots has said his main…

UK China bank move does not imply strategic shift

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UK/CHINA

The United Kingdom's decision to join the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

Costa Rica tourism is on course for recovery

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COSTA RICA

The revival of tourism will be central to Costa Rica’s broader economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, driving economic activity over the plan’s five-year time-frame.

Defence and rail sectors set for boost in Taiwan

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TAIWAN

Public spending plans in Taiwan.

African debt distress increases instability risks

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AFRICA

If it cannot pay or reach a bondholder deal within a 14-day grace period, it would become the third African country to default since 2020. These defaults reflect a broader…

Isolation and drift mar Kenya's foreign policy outlook

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KENYA

Outlook for Kenya's external relations.

Trade disputes complicate integration in East Africa

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EAST AFRICA

However, in July, tensions resurfaced after Kenya increased fees on Ugandan fuel imports through Mombasa port, reigniting one of the core points of disagreement. Since 2023, there…