Speech by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, at the European Policy Centre
Speech by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, at the European Policy Centre
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Bhutan’s Development Model Faces Its Hardest Test – The Diplomat
Bhutan’s current trajectory blends its traditional approach with a bold 10X economic plan aimed at transforming its economy without losing its cultural identity. The article argues Bhutan faces hard pressures: a large agricultural base, a tourism- and services-heavy economy, and hydropower exports that are constrained by long-term, low tariffs and import-dependent power during shortages. Domestic capital markets are shallow, with little venture funding, which hampers high-pro
British Indian Ocean Territory
Summary: - Status and sovereignty: The British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) is an administered British overseas territory with no permanent inhabitants; its legal framework mirrors the Constitution Order 2004 and English/Welsh law where no BIOT law exists. Real power rests with the Commissioner; criminal matters are often handled under U.S. military law due to the large U.S. military presence on Diego Garcia. - Foreign policy and diplomacy: BIOT’s international standing ce
Frederiksen set to start a third term as Danish prime minister thanks to firm position on Greenland
Frederiksen to begin a third term as Denmark’s prime minister, anchored by a strong stance on Greenland and ongoing support for Ukraine. Key points: - Greenland: Frederiksen portrayed as standing against Donald Trump’s push for U.S. control of Greenland, reinforcing Denmark’s stance on self-determination for Greenland and maintaining a firm position in diplomacy with Washington. - Defense and security: She prioritizes increasing Denmark’s defense spending (to about 3.2% of G