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BRICS Expansion Reshapes Global Financial Landscape

The BRICS alliance is accelerating its expansion and deepening efforts to build alternative financial structures that could reshape global economic dynamics in 2026. With new members joining the bloc and discussions intensifying around non‑Western monetary frameworks, emerging economies — particularly in Africa
February 18, 2026

East Africa Backs Plan to Ease Money Transfers

The East African Community (EAC) has endorsed a transformative Cross-border Payment System Masterplan, a five-year regional strategy aimed at modernizing the way money moves between its partner states. Approved during the 28th Ordinary Meeting of the EAC Monetary Affairs Committee (MAC) held
June 6, 2025

Historic suspensions spark intense debate on Indigenous rights

In a landmark disciplinary move, three Māori Members of Parliament have been suspended from New Zealand’s House of Representatives after staging a haka protest against proposed changes to Indigenous rights legislation. The suspensions—up to 21 sitting days—are the longest in the country’s
June 6, 2025

Trump Reinstates Travel Ban on 12 Nations

 U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a new proclamation that restricts entry into the United States for nationals of 12 countries, citing national security concerns and the threat of foreign terrorism. The ban, which takes effect on June 9, 2025, blocks citizens
June 5, 2025

African Nations Push Back Against U.S. Pressure

In a growing sign of diplomatic self-confidence, several African nations are choosing to chart their own course, rejecting conditional aid and geopolitical pressure from powerful countries like the United States. The shift, unfolding in 2025, reflects a more assertive approach to sovereignty—one
June 5, 2025

Netanyahu Heads to Washington for Talks with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Monday to hold talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. Their discussions will focus on a broad range of issues, including trade tariffs, regional security threats, and the ongoing conflict in
June 5, 2025

Modi to Attend July BRICS Summit in Brazil

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the upcoming BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, scheduled for July 6-7, 2025. This important event will bring together leaders from the major emerging economies — Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South
June 5, 2025
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