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Tunisia's Ennahda should perform well in the elections

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TUNISIA

In mid-July, Ennahda leader Rachid Ghannouchi modified Ennahda’s parliamentary lists, putting himself at the head of the party’s list for the Tunis 1 constituency. These moves…

Myanmar's political civilianisation may face 2015 test

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MYANMAR

The outlook for Myanmar's political transition from military rule.

Nigeria faces security sector reform challenge

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NIGERIA

Tinubu will inherit a deeply polarised country struggling with growing lawlessness and a security sector beset by many problems, including resource limitations, poor performance…

Czech EU commissioner will not let up on rule of law

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CZECH/EU

The appointment of a Czech commissioner to oversee the rule of law in the EU.

Ugandan military changes hint at generational shift

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UGANDA

The reshuffle signals broader generational change in the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) regime, heightens fears of further concentration of power, and reignites the…

Philippine shooting hits progress on maritime defences

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PHILIPPINES

The strategic implications of the Mamasapano shooting for the Philippine armed forces.

Afghan Taliban will put much hope in mining

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AFGHANISTAN

The firms aim to extract gold, lead, zinc, iron ore and copper across several Afghan provinces. Earlier this year, Afghanistan agreed a major contract relating to oil extraction…

Electoral changes may boost Sierra Leone ruling party

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SIERRA LEONE

The change was first announced by the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL) in October following a directive from President Julius Maada Bio. The decision is hotly…

Philippine leader will reach out to security sector

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PHILIPPINES

Both the officer-in-charge of the Department of National Defense (DND) and the national security adviser resigned soon after. The developments prompted speculation that there is…

Bulgaria’s coming elections will not produce stability

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BULGARIA

Radev’s dominance in Bulgarian politics is secure at least until the end of April. Galab Donev, a close confidant of his, is slated for reappointment as interim prime minister.