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AU’s New Leadership Structure: Youssouf, Haddadi, and Commissioners Set the Course
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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February 17, 2025
H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, (Djibouti, Eastern Region) has been elected as the Chairperson of the African Union Commission. He will be to be deputised by H.E. Selma Malika Haddadi (Algeria, Northern Region). Both mandates are for four years,...
Mahmoud Youssouf Emerges AU Commission Chairperson
News Investigators Nigeria
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February 17, 2025
News Investigators/ The African Union Commission (AUC) has elected Mahmoud Youssouf of Djibouti, Eastern Region, as Chairperson of the Commission for a four-year mandate, which is renewable once. He will be deputised by Selma Haddadi of Algeria,...
These Are The Key Strategic Areas Where China Is Building Overseas Ports
24/7 Wall St.
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May 26, 2025
Special Report PomInOz / iStock Editorial via Getty Images 24/7 Wall St. Insights Chinese overseas investment outranks the U.S. by a factor of 10. Since 2000, China has funded the construction or expansion of at least 78 ports in 46 countries....
Who's Who In The Arab World - 2025 Directory Provides A Guide To 8,000 Notable Arab Individuals
MENAFN
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April 3, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Dublin, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Who's Who in the Arab World 2025" directory has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. From Morocco to Yemen, few geographical regions in the world are as...
Mahmoud Youssouf emerges AU Commission chairman
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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February 17, 2025
The African Union Commission (AUC) has elected Mr. Mahmoud Youssouf of Djibouti, Eastern Region, as Chairperson of the Commission for a four-year mandate, which is renewable once. He will be deputized by Selma Haddadi of Algeria, Northern Region,...
Not just countering India: Ex-foreign secretary explains China's long game with Pakistan
Business Today
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May 29, 2025
China's strategic embrace of Pakistan has deepened in recent years, driven by multiple long-standing geopolitical objectives, former Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale said in an interview with CNBC-TV18. He pointed to China's military, economic, and...
Trump’s chaotic tariffs benefit 'first buddy' Elon
In Daily
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May 27, 2025
A series of internal government messages reveal how US embassies and the State Department have pushed governments to clear regulatory barriers for Elon Musk’s Starlink. In the messages obtained by The Washington Post, Secretary of State Marco...
Biden Judge Denies Trump Motion for Reconsideration on Criminal Aliens Deported to South Sudan – Blames Trump Admin For Chaos
The Gateway Pundit
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May 27, 2025
US District Judge Brian Murphy, a Biden appointee on Monday denied a Trump DOJ motion for reconsideration related to the criminal aliens deported to South Sudan. The Boston-based judge blamed the Trump Administration for the chaos he caused with...
Oil Spill from sunken ship to affect Kerala’s fishing and marine life
Onmanorama
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May 26, 2025
Kochi: The oil spill from MSC Elsa 3, which sank off the Kochi coast on Sunday, is likely to affect the livelihood of fishing communities and harm Kerala’s marine ecosystem. Experts warn that any type of oil spill in the sea can seriously damage...
Armenia and Ethiopia: Forging a future built on centuries of shared history
The California Courier
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From ancient religious ties to modern diplomatic efforts, the bond between Armenia and Ethiopia runs deep. As the newly established Armenian embassy in Addis Ababa strengthens relations, we sat down with Ambassador Sahak Sargsyan to discuss the...
Youth as Africa’s greatest resource
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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May 24, 2025
Africa is an undeniably rich continent with vast natural resources that could make it an economic colossus and powerhouse. According to the African Development Bank (AfDB), the continent sits atop an estimated $6.5 trillion worth of untapped...
Threat Perception, Competition and the Quest for Hegemony in China-India Relations
E-International Relations
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May 19, 2025
While the 21st century represents a period in which Asia is rising and the balance of power is shifting from West to East, two major actors stand out at the center of this rise: China and India. The relations between these two nuclear powers carry...
HK mediation organization a new dispute settlement option
China Daily Global
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This photo taken on Feb 1, 2025 shows a city view of Hong Kong. [Photo/Xinhua] The widely expected signing of the Convention on the Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on May...
The Supreme Court Just Handed A Match To An Arsonist
TPM – Talking Points Memo
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May 23, 2025
A lot of things happened. Here are some of the things. This is TPM’s Morning Memo. Sign up for the email version. The Biggest News Of The Week In a tumultuous week that marked four months since Donald Trump’s second inauguration, nothing will have...
Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.22.25
Florida Politics
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May 22, 2025
Good Thursday morning. Emily Colón is joining The Southern Group’s Orlando office, bringing with her more than a decade of experience to the powerhouse lobbying firm. Colón’s experience spans municipal leadership, operational excellence and policy...
Independent, Sovereign Eritrea Stays the Course
Black Agenda Report
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Eritrean fighters during the 1961-1991 Eritrean War of Independence. Eritrea remains true to the revolutionary ideals forged during its 30-year War of Independence. On May 24th, Eritrea celebrated its 34th Independence Day. From September 1, 1961,...
The Sahara Won't Be A Desert Forever. Here's Why
Grunge
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May 18, 2025
Easily visible from space, North Africa's massive Sahara desert is one of Earth's most prominent geographical features. Measuring 3,000 miles from east to west and an average of 1,000 miles on its north-south axis, the 3,300,000 million square...
Nine students receive SUNY Chancellor’s Awards
Cornell Chronicle - New York
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May 14, 2025
Nine students and recent graduates from Cornell’s four contract colleges have been honored with the 2025 State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. The award is the highest honor bestowed on students by SUNY and...
How massive Pentagon spending happens by design
WorldNetDaily
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May 15, 2025
Sailors perform preflight inspections on an F/A-18F Super Hornet on the flight deck of the USS Nimitz while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Hannah Kantner) Like the weather,...
KeNHA Kickstarts Construction of Multi-Billion 749KM Highway
Kenyans.co.ke
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May 24, 2025
Months after receiving financing from the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has commenced the construction of the Isiolo–Mandera road. The 749-kilometre road, whose construction fully...