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China and Africa

China Flexes Its Economic Might More Openly on Uighurs Issue

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Twenty-three nations, including Britain, the United States, Germany, France and Japan, slammed China at the United Nations recently, citing its persecution of Uighurs and other minorities in Xinjiang province. “We call on the Chinese government to uphold its national laws and international obligations and commitments to respect human rights, including freedom of religion or belief, … Read more China Flexes Its Economic Might More Openly on Uighurs Issue

If Africa Is So Rich, Why Is It So Poor?

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They call it the Curse of Riches. Although the African continent is blessed with gold, diamonds, oil, coltan, bauxite, uranium, iron ore and other valuable resources, its inhabitants have long numbered among the world’s poorest. While a few sub-Saharan African nations are doing relatively well, most are mired in poverty. That a continent’s abundant natural … Read more If Africa Is So Rich, Why Is It So Poor?

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New PTF Report Calls for Expanded Support for Civil Society Programs to Achieve SDG16
New PTF Report Calls for Expanded Support for Civil Society Programs to Achieve SDG16
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