Asia North Korea Experience gained by North Korean forces on the battlefields of the Russia-Ukraine war imposes changes in the security calculus on the Korean Peninsula, as NK troops have been exposed to the technology and tactics of modern warfare, UN Commander reveals
Africa Ghana Reform process for the 1992 Constitution has been launched after a series of efforts to address its democratic deficits, especially regarding concentration of executive power, judicial independence and decentralization; a committee will propose amendments
America Antigua and Barbuda A new mobile alert system for missing persons, called 'Chantel Alert', will be operational 'within a few weeks' developed following the recent murder of Chantel Crump
Africa Algeria The sentencing of writer Boualem Sansal to five years in prison for undermining state security is seen as the latest chapter in the confrontation with France; Algerian influencers had been arrested earlier this year in France citing calling for violence
Africa Botswana The Orapa, Letlhakane and Damtshaa mines, in collaboration with business partners, recently donated 276 tables, chairs and 97 blankets to the Motsumi Junior Secondary School in Letlhakane
Asia Bangladesh The UN World Food Programme has reversed its decision to reduce food aid for the Rohingya living in refugee camps in Bangladesh, following concerns about the impact of the cut
Asia Armenia Economy Middle East magazine has named Armenia the top destination for travel in its list of 15 best destinations to visit during the Eid Al Fitr holidays, a very special nomination considering the deep Christian roots of the country
America Honduras Cafexpo 2025, Honduras largest coffee industry showcase, has been opened, bringing together producers, buyers and international experts; coffee is the country's top export produced, 30% of the agricultural GDP, and supports over 120.000 families
Europe Liechtenstein IMF Executive Board has concludes its 2025 Article IV Consultation with the Principality of Liechtenstein noting that the economy is recovering moderately and forecasting GDP to gain momentum in 2025
America Panama Panama has signaled interest in reopening the controversial Cobre Panamá copper mine, despite a Supreme Court ruling declared its concession unconstitutional, prompting renewed mobilization from environmental and civic groups
America Guyana Guyana has warned it will respond forcefully to any Venezuelan aggression over the disputed oil-rich Esequibo region, as tensions have escalated ahead of Venezuela’s planned election to appoint a governor for the territory
Africa Seychelles Sustainable agriculture and consumption of locally produced food were the focus of workshop 'For Local and Healthier Agriculture' organised by Local Food Producers Association at University of Seychelles, funded by the United Nations Development Programme
Africa Libya The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations FAO warned of the arrival of locust swarms in western Libya, central Algeria and southern Tunisia, noting the possibility of spring breeding following the February rains
America Colombia 54% of Colombia companies have planned to increase spending in 2025 to boost efficiency, productivity, and talent development, making the country one of the top three in Latin America for AI investment