Tag: Regional cooperation
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Make Continental Collaboration a Reality: Africa’s Path to Prosperity
Introduction: A Moment for Continental Collaboration Africa is not waiting for tomorrow to unlock its potential. With vast natural resources, a young and dynamic population, and a rapidly expanding economy, the continent stands at a pivotal moment. Continental collaboration—through stronger trade links, coordinated infrastructure, and shared development goals—offers a practical path to prosperity. This article…
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Improving Indonesia’s Submarine Cable Resilience
Why Submarine Cables Matter to Indonesia Submarine telecommunication cables are the backbone of modern digital life. For Indonesia, a vast archipelago with thousands of islands, submarine cable networks enable international data flows, financial transactions, and social connectivity. While wireless networks and satellite links play roles, upwards of 98% of global electronic communications rely on undersea…
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Inside Southeast Asia’s Uneven Energy Transition
Introduction: A Region at a Crossroads Across Southeast Asia, nations grapple with a dual challenge: keeping the lights on for growing populations and accelerating a cleaner, more sustainable energy mix. While several countries have launched ambitious green transitions, others remain heavily dependent on fossil fuels like coal. The result is an uneven regional profile, where…
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Addis Ababa Shutdown: OSC’s Members’ Failure to Pay Triggers Dismantling of Southern Cooperation Body
Overview: Financial Strain Forces Wind-Down of OSC The Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC), an Addis Ababa-based bloc intended to foster regional collaboration among its member states, is moving toward a formal shutdown after sustained financial pressures and a breakdown in member dues. Since January 2025, the organization has faced mounting difficulties in meeting its operating…
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Botswana Defends Zambian Medicine Donation Amidst Supply Chain Debates
Background: A regional aid gesture In a move that underscores regional cooperation, the Government of Botswana publicly defended its receipt of a medicine donation from neighboring Zambia. The backing from Zambia arrives within the broader context of cross-border health assistance that many southern African nations rely upon to stabilize drug supplies and bolster public health…
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Botswana Defends Zambian Medicine Donation amid Controversy
Background to the Donation Botswana has publicly defended its receipt of a medicines donation from neighboring Zambia, stating that the move is anchored in a long-standing bilateral agreement. Health authorities emphasize that cross-border cooperation is a vital component of regional public health strategy, enabling faster access to essential medicines for communities in need. Government Stance…
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OSC Shutdown in Addis Ababa After Members Default on Dues
Overview: A Regional Body Faces an Uncertain Future The Addis Ababa-based Organisation of Southern Cooperation (OSC) is moving toward a formal wind-down after members failed to meet financial obligations, forcing a shutdown of its operations. The organization, which groups several southern nations under a cooperative framework, has long touted economic, diplomatic, and security collaborations as…
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Ghana Detains 141 Nigerians Over Alleged Cybercrime Ring
Ghana Intercepts a Cross-Border Cybercrime Network Ghana has detained 141 Nigerian nationals in a sweeping operation tied to cyber-enabled financial crimes, including mobile money fraud and business email compromise schemes. The arrests, announced by the country’s communications and digital technology authorities, underscore the persistent threat of cybercrime in West Africa and the proactive steps authorities…
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Thai Year of Environmental Upheaval: A Wake-Up Call for Climate Resilience
Overview: 2025 as a Turning Point for Thailand’s Environment The year 2025 marked a watershed moment for Thailand as it confronted a convergence of environmental challenges that laid bare the country’s vulnerabilities. Across cities and rural heartlands, communities felt the sting of polluted waterways, worsening air quality, and greater exposure to climate-driven disasters. This period…
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Peace as Eritrea’s Cornerstone: The Horn of Africa’s Strategic Path, Says Minister
Peace as the Cornerstone of Eritrea’s Regional Strategy Eritrea’s approach to its role in the Horn of Africa is being framed around one unifying principle: peace. In recent remarks, the country’s Minister of Information, Yemane Gebremeskel, described peace as the essential foundation for Eritrea’s engagement with its regional environment. He stressed that a stable, peaceful…