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Media Freedom In Uzbekistan

Media freedom in Uzbekistan saw a brief period of expansion early in Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s presidency, raising hopes for greater press independence. However, this was followed by a swift regression, marked by crackdowns on critical journalists and bloggers. Increasing censorship and harassment have limited independent reporting, undermining public accountability. The regime has shown intolerance toward dissenting [...]

Economic Hardships And Instability In Western Sahara

Economic hardships in Western Sahara are deeply tied to the ongoing conflict and territorial dispute. The region remains underdeveloped, and its economy is heavily dependent on the extractive industries, such as phosphates and fishing, which Morocco controls in the areas it occupies. The Sahrawi people, especially those in refugee camps, face severe economic challenges, including [...]

Laos Faces Economic Crisis Amidst Soaring Inflation And Debt To China

Laos is facing a severe economic crisis, with inflation reaching 31% in 2024, the highest in Asia. The inflation surge is largely due to a weakening kip currency and massive debt, primarily owed to China, for large infrastructure projects like hydropower dams and a high-speed rail line. The country’s debt stands at 108% of its [...]

Religious Discrimination In Indonesia

In Indonesia, religious minorities, including Christians, face significant discrimination due to laws like the 1965 blasphemy law, the 2022 criminal code, and the 2006 religious harmony regulation, which are often used to favor Islam. These laws empower religious majorities to block minority religious activities and prevent them from building houses of worship. Smaller groups like [...]

Security Challenges In Northern Benin

Benin is facing increasing security threats from violent extremist organizations, particularly in the northern regions. In January 2025, militants attacked a fortified military post, causing significant casualties among the armed forces. Analysts suspect the al-Qaida-linked JNIM (Group for Support of Islam and Muslims) is responsible for this attack, which underscores the growing jihadist presence in [...]

Media Crackdown In Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan has intensified its crackdown on media, arresting several journalists, including staff from the independent Meydan TV, which has been targeted for its critical reporting. These arrests, including charges of smuggling foreign currency, are widely seen as retaliation for the journalists' work on human rights and government corruption. International organizations like Reporters Without Borders and [...]

Mali’s Struggle For Economic Justice In Mining

Mali, one of Africa's largest gold producers, faces significant challenges in ensuring that the wealth generated from its mining industry benefits its citizens. Despite gold accounting for 80% of its exports, much of the profits go to foreign companies, leaving Mali with high poverty rates and limited infrastructure. In response, Mali has been pushing to [...]

Youth Employment Opportunities In Albania

Youth unemployment in Albania remains a significant challenge, with 24.6% of young people aged 15-29 neither in employment, education, nor training (NEET). The Youth Guarantee, launched in November 2023, aims to combat this issue by offering youth under 30 employment, education, or training opportunities within four months of registration. The program has helped 543 young [...]

Deteriorating Human Rights Crisis In Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso's human rights situation sharply worsened in 2024, with rising violence from Islamist armed groups and abuses by the military and militias. Over 6,000 civilians died in conflict-related violence between January and August, and more than 2.3 million were displaced. The military Junta, which took power in 2022, intensified its crackdown on media, political [...]

Economic Crisis In Iran

Iran's economy is struggling under severe sanctions, mismanagement, and internal corruption. Inflation is around 30%, exacerbating the financial burden on its citizens. The value of Iran's currency has plunged, causing economic instability and widespread frustration. Despite having vast natural resources, the country faces energy crises, including gas shortages, due to poor management. Efforts to reconnect [...]

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