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Biden will continue to link trade and security in 2024

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US

Biden is primarily concerned about a loss of jobs in states crucial to his re-election, bid but the reference to national security, more usually associated with concerns about…

South Africa's opposition could alienate black voters

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SOUTH AFRICA

Previously her party’s leader (2007-15), Zille has caused an internal party crisis after tweeting that the legacy of colonialism was not all “negative”. With reports that current…

Afghan opposition will struggle to remain relevant

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AFGHANISTAN

Meanwhile, long-standing opposition groups such as the National Resistance Front (NRF) and Afghanistan Freedom Front (AFF) have re-launched armed campaigns within Afghanistan.

France’s Ukraine position exposes Western divisions

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FRANCE

Despite criticism from Western allies, Macron’s position has remained firm. This comes against the backdrop of tensions with Germany, upcoming European Parliament elections and…

Engaging with Afghanistan will get harder for West

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AFGHANISTAN

This was a reference to criticism of Taliban rule by certain international players. While engagement between the emirate and the West remains limited, the Taliban are drawing…

New Sri Lankan government promises cautious reform

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SRI LANKA

According to results announced thus far, the UNP has won nearly 46% of the vote and 93 seats in the 225-member parliament -- close to the 113 half-way mark. Former President…

Prospects for Western Europe in 2017

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PROSPECTS 2017

Prospects for Western Europe in 2017.

Paris attacks boost Russia's Syria stance

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INTERNATIONAL

The Paris attacks may mark the metamorphosis of Islamic State group (ISG) into a terrorist network with global reach, capable of mobilising local-born radicals in Western Europe…

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.

Iran’s opposition will struggle to gain global support

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IRAN

Pahlavi, the son of the deposed Shah of Iran, is taking advantage of the increasing isolation of Iran from Western governments. However, a coherent opposition grouping that has…