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POLITICSSep 16Why some countries fail while others prosper in the Middle East and AfricaThe answer lies less in geography or resources than in the institutions that shape power, legitimacy and opportunity.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 16EU chief calls for new hybrid response protocol, increased defense ties to non-membersThe security protocol could offer a solution when a state faces a significant security threat that is not clearly armed aggression, including cyberattacks, the severing of undersea cables, or the protection of critical infrastructure.Breaking Defense
POLITICSSep 16EU chief von der Leyen proposes ‘associate member’ status for CanadaPrime Minister Mark Carney said earlier this week that Canada was seeking a 'unique alliance' with the European Union.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 16How is Democracy Doing?For the UN's International Day of Democracy we ask: “how is democracy doing in France and globally?” We also take a look at Le Monde's Ipsos poll on the presidential election as well as studies on the effect US politics is having on democracy globally. Finally, we will break down a common misperception that backsliding is due to “democracy not delivering”.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 16The Challenges of Finding Political Treasure in Chinese Overseas PortsWhen it comes to Chinese overseas port projects, negative economic externalities may coexist with positive ones.The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 16South Africa faults US over new visa restrictionsBy Favour Ulebor, Agency Reports South Africa’s Foreign Ministry has criticised the United States over new visa restrictions imposed on some South African nationals. In a statement on Wednesday, the ministry said it was concerned about the restrictions announced a day earlier by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The ministry said the decision appeared […] The post South Africa faults US over new visa restrictions appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 16World : Malaysia-South Africa Ties Gain Momentum; Further Opportunities In Trade & InvestmentKUALA LUMPUR, Sept 16 (Bernama) -- Bilateral relations between Malaysia and South Africa continued to gain momentum following high-level engagements in 2025, with bilateral trade amounting to about US$1.33 billion last year, Malaysia’s High Commissioner to South Africa Datuk Yubazlan Yusof said.bernama · malaysia
POLITICSSep 16In a Signal to Trump, Beijing Hosts Iranian Diplomat Ahead of U.S.-China SummitChina renewed calls for an end to the fighting in the Middle East while demonstrating its influence over Tehran.NYT World
POLITICSSep 16The world comes to New York: What’s at stake at UN General Assembly high-level weekEach September, New York becomes the centre of global diplomacy as presidents, prime ministers, ministers and diplomats from around the world gather at United Nations Headquarters.UN News
POLITICSSep 16EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member - AP NewsEU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member AP NewsAP News
POLITICSSep 16EU capitals caught off guard as von der Leyen announces ‘associate membership’ for CanadaFurther alignment than currently planned would create new issues around steel, cars, genetically modified crops and other substantive issues, diplomats said.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 16EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.BBC World
POLITICSSep 16People’s Daily rejects US claims of malicious AI distillation, warns of countermeasuresChina’s ruling Communist Party mouthpiece has rejected US allegations that Chinese artificial intelligence companies conducted “industrial-scale” distillation of American frontier models, warning that Beijing would respond if Washington continued to suppress China’s AI industry. In a commentary published on Wednesday, People’s Daily said the US claims were “without factual or legal basis” and accused Washington of “politicising” a normal technical and commercial practice. The strong stance came...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 16Future of Chancellor Merz hanging by a thread, 'departure is on the table'Nog voor de volgende verkiezingsnederlaag een feit is, wordt al openlijk over het einde van het kanselierschap van Friedrich Merz gesproken. Volgens Duitse media wordt in zijn partij CDU/CSU nagedacht over het vervangen van Merz. Zijn vertrek zou volgende week al kunnen plaatsvinden. Zondag zijn er deelstaatverkiezingen in Berlijn en het Oost-Duitse Mecklenburg-Voor-Pommeren (MV). Na de halvering in Saksen-Anhalt worden opnieuw nederlagen voor de CDU verwacht. In MV stevent de partij af op het slechtste resultaat in een deelstaat ooit en dreigt de CDU zelfs onder de kiesdrempel te eindigen. DaNOS Buitenland
POLITICSSep 16Supreme Court says falsely quoting judges in barred online court clips crosses over from contempt to crimeA three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said falsely imputing statements as part of oral submissions made by lawyers in court was also wrongThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 16Strike: NANS suspends planned protest after governor promise to resolve issues in two weeksMr Babatunde said the governor promised to resolve all issues within two weeks. The post Strike: NANS suspends planned protest after governor promise to resolve issues in two weeks appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
POLITICSSep 16European Union opens door for Canada to become its first associate memberPrime Minister Mark Carney said Canada was seeking a ‘unique alliance’ with the EU – but not membershipThe Independent World
POLITICSSep 16Cartoon: Dancing disco in ‘darkness’Cartoon: Dancing disco in 'darkness' The post Cartoon: Dancing disco in ‘darkness’ appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 16The Future of Europe: Canada in the EU Sounds Crazy. Is It?The European Union needs new momentum. Canada needs a reliable partner. It would be a stretch for the EU to expand across the Atlantic, but doing so would be beneficial for both Europe and Canada.Spiegel International [en]
POLITICSSep 16Von der Leyen tries to stem tide on global threats ― from Trump to AI and climateAt time of "great perils," the State of the Union speech pushes European "independence" while floating unique "associate membership" for Canada.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 16Canada could become EU’s first associate member, von der Leyen saysSeeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSSep 16Canada invited to become EU’s first ‘associate member’ as Trump trade war intensifiesEU chief Ursula von der Leyen said the bloc wants to open the door for Canada to become its first associate member, signaling a major deepening of ties.CNBC
POLITICSSep 16Von der Leyen backs Canada’s ‘associate membership’ bidEuropean Commission president says EU and Canada ‘see the world with the same eyes’Financial Times
POLITICSSep 16A global report warns about the state of democracy in the United States: indicators reveal its biggest setback in 50 yearsThe new report from International IDEA warns of a deterioration in the rule of law, judicial independence, freedom of expression, and the press. Other international indices also point to a decline, while almost seven out of ten Americans say they are dissatisfied with the fClarín