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Legislative election increases Venezuela uncertainty

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VENEZUELA

Less than one-third of registered voters participated in the contest, which was boycotted by the main opposition parties and ‘interim president’ Juan Guaido. Guaido continues to…

Lebanese Hezbollah will avoid post-Soleimani US fight

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LEBANON

Mass popular protests forced the resignation of the previous coalition government and threatened Hezbollah's domestic political hegemony. This comes as the movement leads calls…

Prospects for South Africa in 2022

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PROSPECTS 2022

The party faces both extreme internal divisions -- which helped spark the July uprising -- and increasing voter disaffection, raising questions about its longevity as the ruling…

Egypt’s National Dialogue is unlikely to bring reforms

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EGYPT

Hundreds of politicians, academics, experts and public personalities will attend the conference-like event, which is meant to discuss national action to help Egypt transition into…

China's Communist Party will adapt as economy develops

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CHINA

China's efforts to become an innovation-led economy.

Venezuela's Maduro on the back foot as crisis mounts

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VENEZUELA

Pressure on Caracas has intensified over recent weeks, elevating expectations that President Nicolas Maduro will be forced to stand down well ahead of the December 2018…

Jordanian tribal frustrations will be kept in check

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JORDAN

Economic frustrations and political corruption are eroding tribal support for the ruling monarchy. Previously, tribes were considered the bedrock of Hashemite rule. Importantly…

Middle East militias reshape politics and business

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MIDDLE EAST

The impact of the rise of militias on the Middle East.

Mideast countries will still value BRICS membership

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MIDDLE EAST

This is the first time since 2010 that new members have been invited to join the group, signalling growing confidence among ‘middle powers’ and their intent to establish…

New moves could bring an end to Yemen's civil war

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YEMEN

The truce follows unilateral ceasefires by the Huthi side on March 27 and by the Saudi-led coalition on March 30. The transfer of power, along with the sacking of unpopular Deputy…