China's military will lag US capabilities for years

China has seen another year of rapid military budget growth

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Foreign scrutiny will grow of Cameroon’s Biya

Yaounde is standing firm on its hardline approach to various crises, but international censure is growing

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France has always seen Africa as a special sphere of influence, but the new administration hopes to expand that sphere

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The role of the coast guard in Japan’s diplomacy and security is growing, as Japan tries to counter China

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Ahead of the long-awaited general election, the Pheu Thai Party is without a key ally

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A brutal crackdown has harmed Harare's reputation, but the opposition is struggling to capitalise on increased dissent

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The shambolic Maduro government remains in place despite a high-profile bid to establish an 'interim' replacement

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The government has ended peace talks and declared a return to hard-line security policies

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Northern Chad faces stability risks, as military pressure changes the calculus for Libyan-based Chadian rebel groups

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The White House faces greater congressional Democratic pressure over foreign policy priorities

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