Asia Vietnam A nationwide online competition on the Constitution was launched through a dedicated digital platform, allowing citizens to test their knowledge online; the initiative is part of a broader government campaign to improve citizenship awareness
Europe Montenegro Valentina Pavlicic is the new president of the Supreme Court, elected by the Judicial Council of Montenegro; the post was vacant since December 2020
America Dominica Dominica was spared from major impacts of the devastating 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season which officially ends today 30 November, leaving a trail of destruction, death, and massive economic costs
Africa Uganda New Electronic Cargo Tracking System has been introduced jointly with South Sudan; the regional IT solution will enhance transparency, accountability and efficiency in monitoring cargo in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and the DRC, also reducing transit times
Europe Lithuania Lonely Planet, one of the world's leading guidebook publishers, named Lithuania the second best tourist destination for 2025 and presented the country with an award for the recognition
Asia Armenia The position of Armenia, who had de facto frozen its membership in February, was discussed at the council meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, an intergovernmental military alliance in Eurasia and the country is still named 'an ally'
Africa Morocco The safety and quality of imported red meat is being addressed through a new, strict regulatory framework overseen by the National Food Safety Office
Oceania Australia New law to ban social media for children under 16 passed after days of heated debate; Australia set a benchmark for jurisdictions around the world with one of the toughest regulations targeting Big Tech
Africa Malawi The Malawi Law Society issued a firm call to action to curb the rise of political violence following the recent street protest: in a public statement, MLS reminded President Lazarus Chakwera of his sworn duty to uphold peace and unity in the nation
Asia Oman The Duqm Special Economic Zone celebrated the inauguration of the fish canning and value-added products complex, operated by the International Seafood Company, a subsidiary of the Fisheries Development Oman
Europe Netherlands More than 1.100 religious leaders in the Netherlands have signed a petition against the 'strictest refugee policy ever' of the Dutch government
Asia North Korea An investigation by NK News identified at least three channels broadcasting content in the country ranging from variety shows to human rights documentaries to glimpses of everyday life in Seoul to Russia's war in Ukraine
America Bahamas The Inter-American Development Bank approved a Conditional Credit Line for Investment Projects of $100 million, with a first loan of $50 million, to upgrade potable water supply and sanitation services in the Family Islands and New Providence
Europe Greece Athens has been awarded 'World's Leading Cultural City' for 2024 by the World Travel Awards, surpassing 14 cities including London, Paris and New York; Mayor Doukas emphasised commitment to initiatives to celebrate its historical and contemporary identity