Damiba’s Hot Rise to Power in Burkina Faso
Lieutenant Colonel Damiba turned interim President is hot after leading a military coup to power. The coup was driven by discontent for the former government’s inability to control the Islamic State…
Post-Brexit Rebound: Johnson’s Romance with Modi as FTA negotiations begin
The PMs are building on existing relations and developing a new free trade agreement.The talks highlight an eastern shift in UK trade priorities. This agreement is central to Johnson’s post-Brexit strategy…
Red hot Chile peppers: Boric Blazes into La Moneda
The 35-year-old leftist will be the youngest Chilean President in history.Increased polarisation and discontent explains Boric’s blazing rise to power. The new leader presents the potential for progressive, equality driven change…
An Open Relationship: Lasso’s Camaraderie with Iván Duque as Borders Reopen.
The Presidents enjoy healthy camaraderie as they agree on border reopenings.The ideologically similar leaders have been strengthening relations since Lasso’s victory earlier this year. Whilst the date of the reopening has…
Reduce to Simmer: Guillermo Lasso’s Temperature Down to Mild as New Challenges Mount
President Lasso’s rise to power and successful start is losing heat thanks to political and personal challenges.Political tensions, Opposition in the Legislature and Pandora Papers challenge his impressive progress so…
Putin Warming up to Idea of Russian Presence in Africa
Several military cooperation agreements have been signed this year with countries such as Sudan, CAR, and Mali.The increased push into the region boosts the Russian economy but creates tension with…
The Court’s Cold Shoulder: Bolsonaro is Chilly as Social Media Bill is Repealed
President Bolsonaro was chilled by Congress and the Supreme Court’s repeal of social media censorship measures.The setback is the latest in a series of defeats in his ongoing struggle with…