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Brazil crises put governance and democracy at risk

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BRAZIL

BRAZIL: Crises put governance and democracy at risk

Democratic slippages may fuel African coups

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AFRICA

Although support for democracy remains the norm, and has proven resilient over the last decade, the poor performance of civilian leaders has led to a waning commitment to the…

Sierra Leone coup attempt may fuel political tensions

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SIERRA LEONE

The government has described the events as a coup attempt. Some 20 people were reported killed in the fighting and over 2,000 prisoners were freed. Subsequently, the government…

Shadow governance to deepen weak African state control

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AFRICA

The preponderance of weak states in sub-Saharan Africa provides ample scope for non-state actors to seize territory

Governance will prove a challenge for Lula in Brazil

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BRAZIL

The inauguration, attended by an estimated 300,000 people, took place under strict security measures after the police uncovered on December 24 a plan by supporters of outgoing…

Narcotics trafficking will increase in South-east Asia

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SOUTH-EAST ASIA

The ‘Golden Triangle’ -- centred on the tripoint of Laos, Thailand and Myanmar -- has long been a hub for production of illicit drugs. The area is rife with drug cartels.

Alliances will shape Central African Republic election

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CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC

Political outlook for the Central African Republic.

Thailand’s junta will deepen ties with king

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THAILAND

Relations between Thailand's military and monarchy.

Mali military influence will grow in the medium term

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MALI

CNSP leader Colonel Assimi Goïta was named vice president.

Gabon's junta may not swiftly relinquish power

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GABON

This occurred less than an hour after the official announcement of Bongo’s victory in the August 26 presidential election. In his place they have established a Committee for the…