Solomon Islands election: Why the victory of Matthew Wale is a win for Canberra but unlikely to shift the China security pact
Solomon Islands election: Why the victory of Matthew Wale is a win for Canberra but unlikely to shift the China security pact
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Russia in Africa: Inside the alleged operation to influence Angolan politics - BBC News
Summary: - Trial in Angola: Two Russians, Igor Ratchin (political consultant) and Lev Lakshtanov (translator), face 11 charges including terrorism, espionage and influence peddling for allegedly running an influence operation and disinformation campaign aimed at disrupting Angola’s presidential election. - Operation details: Indictment alleges payments totaling over $24,000 to local journalists and experts to spread propaganda and influence political change during 2024-2025.
China didn't want to be part of Australia's election story — but behind the silence was a loud message - ABC News
The ABC News piece analyzes how China stayed quiet publicly about Australia’s election while signaling a strategic interest in Australia’s future. Key takeaways: - China publicly congratulated Labor’s win, emphasizing the Xi–Albanese “important consensus” and a desire to rebuild trust, signaling Beijing’s preference for a stable, long-term China–Australia partnership rather than meddling in elections. - Beijing views Australia as a reliable, stable partner amid US tensions a
Pashinyan Uses EU Summit to Garner Support Ahead of June Elections - Jamestown
Pashinyan leverages EU summits to bolster his domestic political position ahead of Armenia’s June parliamentary elections. The EU shows a readiness to deepen cooperation in transport, energy, cybersecurity, governance, and connectivity, while avoiding security guarantees or accession promises. Armenia and the EU signed a new connectivity partnership; EU aid via the European Peace Facility is being used (initial 30 million euros) to support the Armenian Armed Forces. Civil Con