Key developments: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has asked to meet Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan after the envoy warned that Beijing could “easily win” a conflict with the Philippines. The comment sparked a diplomatic backlash, with Manila labeling it…
Energy crunch, political crackdown and industrial accident hit South Asia
Key developments: – Pakistan’s finance minister announced that the country’s energy stores are sufficient to carry it through November and that the government will only buy spot LNG cargoes if a “dire need” arises, signalling a cautious approach…
Azerbaijan’s expanding role drives new economic and geopolitical momentum in Central Asia
Key developments – Azerbaijan is deepening ties with Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and other Central Asian states, positioning itself as a bridge between the Caspian region, the South Caucasus and European markets. – The country will become a full member…
South Africa’s anti‑migrant protests spark mass arrests and economic concerns
Key developments: On Tuesday, anti‑immigrant demonstrators marched in major cities, demanding undocumented migrants leave by a set deadline, with some rallies turning violent and resulting in shops being looted. In response, police detained over 900 participants, marking the…
Kenya registers third Ebola case as authorities ramp up border screenings
Kenya has confirmed its third case of the Ebola virus, adding to growing concerns over the disease’s spread in East Africa. Health officials responded by intensifying temperature checks and hand‑disinfection protocols for travelers entering the country from neighboring…
Latest News for Central Africa — October 17, 2026
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West African mineral exports set to drive a bulk‑shipping boom, demanding 120 more capesize vessels by 2030
Key developments: A Tradeviews report shows West Africa’s ore boom is accelerating, with shipments expected to rise 50% to 303 million tonnes by 2030. Guinea’s Simandou iron‑ore project is at the centre, while the region’s five major exporters already…
Latest News for North Africa — October 17, 2026
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Escalating Regional Tensions in the Middle East: Iran’s Shipping Break‑through, Houthi Palace Strikes, and Surge in West Bank Olive‑Harvest Violence
Key developments: – Iran has resumed limited export of liquefied petroleum gas and jet fuel despite a U.S. naval blockade, a sign that Tehran’s energy sector is finding ways to sustain revenue amid the wider Iran war. -…
Ukraine Seeks International Support to Safeguard Black Sea Trade and Strengthen Defences
Key developments: – Ukrainian officials raised concerns with Turkey about the vulnerability of Black Sea shipping, warning that $10 billion in exports could be jeopardised if the corridor remains unsafe. – The European Union launched a new task force…