China, Iran and Russia Sign Historic Trilateral Strategic Pact

CHINA: China, Iran, and Russia have officially signed a trilateral strategic agreement that brings the three countries into a coordinated framework of cooperation spanning diplomatic strategy, economic resilience, and broader geopolitical alignment. The pact builds on long-standing bilateral agreements — including a 20-year Iran-Russia strategic partnership and a 25-year Iran-China cooperation program — but now [...]

China Launches AlSat-3B, Deepening Space Cooperation with Algeria

ALGERIA: China has successfully launched the AlSat-3B satellite on behalf of Algeria, marking another milestone in their growing technological partnership. The satellite is expected to enhance Algeria’s capabilities in Earth observation, environmental monitoring, and development planning. Officials say the project reflects years of cooperation in space science and data sharing. For Algeria, AlSat-3B supports national [...]

Mob Killings and Lawlessness Spark National Alarm

The country is witnessing a troubling surge in mob killings, custodial deaths, election-related violence, and attacks on minorities ahead of the 13th parliamentary election. According to the Manabadhikar Shongskriti Foundation (MSF), mob violence deaths more than doubled in January, alongside increases in custodial deaths, unidentified bodies, and widespread political clashes. Law enforcement agencies are being [...]

Kingdom Celebrates King Abdullah II’s 64th Birthday

The Kingdom marks the 64th birthday of His Majesty King Abdullah II on Friday. Born in Amman on January 30, 1962, he is the eldest son of the late King Hussein and Princess Muna. Appointed Crown Prince in January 1999, King Abdullah assumed his constitutional duties as monarch on February 7, 1999, following the [...]

Iraq Targets Global Export of Refined Oil by 2030

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced that Iraq aims to begin exporting refined petroleum products globally by 2030, marking a major shift in the country’s energy strategy. Speaking at the Iraq Energy Conference 2026 in Baghdad, he emphasized that energy policy now shapes not only economic growth but also social, political, and educational [...]

Bhutan Records 76.98% Pass Rate in Class VIII Exams

Bhutan achieved a 76.98 percent pass rate in the Class VIII Board Examination 2025, with 12,039 out of 12,143 students passing from 168 schools nationwide, reflecting broad participation across government and private institutions. The national merit list was topped by Sidanth Bhandari of Loselling Middle Secondary School with 94.6 percent, followed closely by Sangay [...]

Mali’s Military Rulers Intensify Restrictions on Free Expression

MALI: Mali's military government took steps to restrict how regular people can access information from one of the most important news sources about African issues. On January 16, the Ministry of Territorial Administration announced a decree that bans the circulation and distribution of Jeune Afrique “in all its forms,” claiming it is necessary to “preserve [...]

China Signals Deeper Market Opening with Expanded Access for Foreign Investors in 2026

CHINA: China's foreign investment officials have promised to keep increasing market access and promoting openness, especially in working with foreign investors in the services sector this coming year. According to Chinese experts, this new phase of openness addresses both urgent needs in the domestic economy and long-term strategic goals. They also highlighted that it shows [...]

France–Algeria Relations: A Legacy of Colonialism and Migrant Labor Exploitation

ALGERIA: The colonial mindset seeks out fresh ways to exploit people instead of feeling guilt or shame. France once controlled Algeria and built its wealth by using Algerian labor. Today, it continues to treat the descendants of those Algerians and other North Africans—who are now third- and fourth-generation French citizens—unfairly through media portrayals and police [...]

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