America the Rogue State
The evisceration of the rule of law at home and abroad solidifies America as a rogue state.
The evisceration of the rule of law at home and abroad solidifies America as a rogue state.
The changes mark a fresh push to diversify one of the continent’s largest economies away from its historic dependence on oil exports.
The country gained its first female leader last year, and the number of women politicians has been rising, albeit from a low base.
The US capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro has almost no impact on the region — at least not directly, and certainly not for now.
Nine of the 17 eligible nations are in Africa.
Cables and pipelines carry vital data and fuel, and sabotage is on the rise globally.
Russia has in recent years sought to strengthen its political ties with African countries and gain access to the continent’s vital minerals.
The Zambian authorities are the first in Africa to confirm they are accepting mining-tax payments in renminbi, Bloomberg reported.
Ethiopia’s finance ministry said the details have been communicated to the International Monetary Fund.