Investing in Africa: New Opportunities and Challenges

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The Role of Peacekeeping in Africa
Africa continues to have more peacekeeping missions than any other continent. As conflict-stricken countries increasingly look outside the United Nations for support, experts say reforms are necessary to improve peacebuilding.

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Sub-Saharan Africa

AGOA: The U.S.-Africa Trade Program
U.S. trade with sub-Saharan Africa has plateaued in recent years, prompting analysts to question the effectiveness of a preferential trade program for the region.

Backgrounder by Claire Klobucista and Mariel Ferragamo December 4, 2023

Sub-Saharan Africa

Africa’s ‘Leaders for Life’
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to many of the world’s longest-ruling heads of state. Pro-democracy advocates have at times successfully stopped presidents from extending their mandates, but the authoritarian trend could be accelerating.

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Visiting Israel, June 2024
In a visit in June, I found a somber mood and many doubts about the current national leadership.

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United Kingdom

UK Elections: What to Know
The United Kingdom appears poised for a political shift in response to deep economic concerns, but its foreign policy priorities are likely to remain consistent.

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