Yemen’s STC announces self-determination process for south: What to know - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012
Yemen’s STC announces self-determination process for south: What to know - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012
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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
Speech by the President of the Republic of Cyprus, Mr Nikos Christodoulides, at the European Policy Centre
Cyprus’ president emphasizes that European autonomy must be multi-faceted (defense, security, energy, trade, competitiveness) and stresses Cyprus’ role as a stabilizing, humanitarian actor in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Cyprus Presidency prioritizes strengthening relations with the Middle East and Gulf, maritime security, and energy sovereignty through a true Energy Union and infrastructure interconnections. Key themes include simplification and competitiveness (defence, d