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Morocco, Tunisia will look to expand phosphate exports

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MOROCCO/TUNISIA

Tunisia and Morocco depend on phosphate ore exports as one of their main sources of foreign currency and government revenue. The mined rock, which contains phosphorus, is a key…

Europe’s populist parties may shift climate debate

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EUROPE

While most attention has fixed on populist parties’ views on immigration and cultural integration, their rhetoric often targets other policy areas, notably climate and energy.

New German government makes cautious turn in Balkans

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GERMANY/BALKANS

The Social Democrat (SPD)/Green/Free Democrat (FDP) coalition promises changes in foreign policy. For the six Western Balkan countries (WB6), former Chancellor Angela Merkel’s…

Modi's regulatory crackdown on NGOs could backfire

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INDIA

In April, similar action was taken against nearly 9,000 other non-profits. These moves are part of intensifying clashes between the government and civil society. Many NGOs are…

Nigeria's pastoralist conflicts face more turbulence

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NIGERIA

The notice comes amid rising violence between pastoralists and settled non-Fulani, predominantly Christian farming communities in the south-west. As southern politicians grow…

Canada’s Trudeau will pursue pro-climate agenda

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CANADA

Canadian government emissions, energy and environment policy.

Mining will stoke tensions in Ecuador

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ECUADOR

The move raises risks for Noboa, who presented himself during his presidential campaign as environmentally aware. An ongoing dispute in Cotopaxi between indigenous communities and…

COVID-19 crisis will spoil Greek climate-related plans

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GREECE

After securing a record allocation from the new EU budget, estimated at EUR72bn (USD84.8bn), the Greek authorities must now formulate a comprehensive strategic development plan in…

Canada-US ties will see fewer irritants under Biden

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CANADA

Canada’s Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is preparing to welcome a more predictable and stable partner in Biden than outgoing Republican President Donald Trump. However…

Zambian copper mining sector can expect steady growth

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ZAMBIA

This forms part of broader government efforts to increase investment and output in the mining sector. However, the decision has raised concerns with a number of environmental…