Tag: sovereignty
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Hasina Calls for Overthrow of ‘Foreign-Serving Puppet Regime’ in Bangladesh, Unveils 5-Point Plan
Sheikh Hasina’s sharp critique of the interim government In a bold, high-stakes statement, exiled former prime minister Sheikh Hasina addressed supporters and observers, accusing the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus of serving foreign interests and acting as a puppet regime. Hasina’s remarks come as Bangladesh confronts questions about governance, legitimacy, and the future direction…
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What is the Donbas? A clear look at the disputed Ukrainian region
What is the Donbas? The Donbas, short for the Donets Basin, is a coal- and iron-rich region in eastern Ukraine. It comprises two historic oblasts: Donetsk and Luhansk. The area is known for its industrial heritage, large cities, and a complex mix of Ukrainian and Russian cultural influences. In recent years, Donbas has become synonymous…
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Guinea-Bissau Clashes with US Over Suspended Vaccine Study: Sovereignty at the Forefront
Background: A Contested Vaccine Study in West Africa The dispute centers on a proposed vaccine study that had drawn the attention of health officials, scientists, and policymakers across the Atlantic. While U.S. health authorities maintain that the study remains a legitimate and valuable research effort, Guinea-Bissau’s government has openly questioned the process, asserting that the…
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Guinea-Bissau and the Vaccine Study Suspension: Sovereignty at the Forefront
Background: A Contested Vaccine Study The controversy centers on a proposed vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, a small West African nation often described as one of the poorest in the world. Talks about the study quickly shifted from scientific aims to questions of sovereignty, governance, and the rights of a country to decide what happens on…
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Carney Convenes Cabinet in Quebec City to Pressure on Sovereignty and Trade Amid U.S. Tensions
Ontario-Quebec Focus as Cabinet Seeks Clarity on Sovereignty and Trade In a rare move that underscores the importance of national direction, Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet gathered for a second day in Quebec City to press forward with a plan on sovereignty and trade. With questions mounting about the trajectory of the bilateral…
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Guinea-Bissau Defends Sovereignty as US Vaccine Study Is Reported Suspended
Background: A Contested Vaccine Study in Guinea-Bissau In recent weeks, headlines have centered on a contentious dispute over a vaccine study in Guinea-Bissau, a West African nation often cited as one of the region’s poorest. While U.S. health officials have maintained that the study remains active, African health leaders have reported that it has been…
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Carney’s Cabinet Focus: Sovereignty and Trade in Quebec City Amid Tensions with Trump
Background and Context Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet gathered in Quebec City for a second day of discussions centered on Canada’s sovereignty and trade strategy, against the backdrop of a sharpened rhetoric toward the United States. As questions mount about whether a war of words with the Trump administration will widen rifts in…
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Carney and Cabinet Confront Sovereignty and Trade in Québec City While Weighing U.S. Ties
Quebec City Begins a Second Day of High-Stakes Talks Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet met for a second day in Quebec City to navigate a delicate landscape: questions about sovereignty, future trade strategies, and the implications of a recent heated exchange with the United States. Officials described the discussions as focused, strategic, and…
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Greenland Sovereignty Non-Negotiable: Denmark Pushes Back on Trump Arctic Talks
Denmark Reaffirms Greenland Sovereignty Denmark’s prime minister reminded the world on Thursday that Greenland’s sovereignty is non-negotiable, a stance aimed at quelling any perception that the autonomous territory could be bargained away. The clarification comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump indicated he had reached a framework for a future Arctic security deal with NATO…
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Denmark: Greenland Sovereignty Non-Negotiable After Trump’s About-Turn
Denmark Restates Greenland Sovereignty Stance Denmark’s prime minister reaffirmed on Thursday that Greenland’s sovereignty cannot be negotiated, responding to recent remarks from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The comments came after Trump signalled he had reached a “framework of a future deal” on Arctic security in discussions with the head of NATO, prompting a swift…