Asia Jordan Increase in container traffic at the Aqaba Container Terminal during the past month, despite regional tensions, reflects Jordan’s growing logistical role in the region with flexible supply chains at Aqaba Port becoming a secure, stable alternative route
America Guatemala 109 earthquakes have been registered in Guatemala since January 1, with only one being felt by the population, according to a report from national authorities
America Dominica The appointment of three professionals to the role of magistrate in Dominica upgrades the country’s total to eight–a full complement Dominica that will allow to tackle case backlog
Asia Uzbekistan Uzbekistan's electricity production in 2025 reached 86,7 billion kWh, a 6% increase from the previous year; 16,8 billion kWh of total production came from renewables - solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants, +29% compared to 2024
America Venezuela President Maduro was arrested and deported by US-backed forces after heavy airstrikes, raising deep uncertainty over political succession, military loyalty, and the future of chavismo
Africa Morocco Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou emerged the hero as hosts Morocco booked their place in the final of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations AFCON for the first time since 2004, edging Nigeria 4-2 on penalties after a goalless semi-final in Rabat
Africa Tanzania About 2.800 hectares of neglected land will be reclaimed by June 2026 and destined to pasture to expand grazing areas and support livestock; around 255.000 hectares are currently neglected and unproductive according to National Ranching Company
Asia Georgia State Security Service SSSG said it has launched an investigation into “sabotage” and “unauthorized penetration of a government computer system” after media outlets found classified documents on an official government website
America Suriname A Memorandum of Understanding to establish a Political Consultation Mechanism has been signed with Chile, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation through regular diplomatic dialogue
Asia Bangladesh Air force chiefs held talks with those of Pakistan on a potential pact covering the sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets to Dhaka, as Islamabad widens its arms supply ambitions and expands ties with Bangladesh
Africa Republic of the Congo With two months to go to presidential election, Congo-Brazzaville is urged to remain calm and promote serenity though, as voting approaches, the political climate is warming, positions are hardening, and passions are being expressed with vigor
Asia Vietnam Hà Nội's metro operator carried nearly 21 million passengers in 2025, surpassing targets by 7,3%; Cát Linh–Hà Đông line alone secured revenues exceeding plans by 26,6%
America Panama A joint training program has been launched with the US to strengthen protection of the Panama Canal, reinforcing long-standing bilateral cooperation on security and strategic infrastructure
Asia United Arab Emirates FoodTech Challenge winners have been proclaimed and awarded $500.000 each; winning ideas demonstrated real-world impact on food loss, yields and resource efficiency: natural produce protectors, tree-health sensors and insect-based waste recycling systems