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The Double-Edged Sword of Trafficking in Niger
- Analysis
- February 4, 2020
As African migrants continue to endure deadly voyages across theMediterranean, efforts to curb this flow have centred on countries like Nigerthrough which they transit. Along with irregular migration, Niger is a trafficking hub for arange of substances both benign (subsidised food) and illicit (cocaine).Contemporary approaches to security in the broader Sahel tend to considervarious forms
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An Unequivocal Victory for President Tsai in Taiwan
- Analysis
- January 29, 2020
The re-election of Tsai Ying-wen to the Presidency of Taiwan this last January 11 represents a rare shining moment in the Indo-Pacific region, as populist leaders ruling India and the Philippines preside over a deterioration of democracy in the region. A steady hand at the helm of her country over the last four years,
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Is the Trudeau Government Losing Interest in LGBTI Rights?
- Analysis
- January 21, 2020
Justin Trudeau has been a better ally to gay communities than his predecessor. However, he seems to be losing interest in protecting the rights of LGBTI people in other countries, despite the desperate need for such support. Justin Trudeau’s government has proven itself to be a better ally to LGBTI communities than any previous one.
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Fortress of Democracy: Taiwan’s Election Deserves Strong International Support
- Analysis
- January 20, 2020
After a fierce electoral campaign, 19 million voters in Taiwan woke up on January 11, 2020, with important choices to make in their country’s presidential and legislative election. The voting itself is very local. Polling stations, one for every 1500 to 3000 voters, are easily-accessible public buildings such as schools and community centres. The elections
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