Belize-Guatemala border vote will not bring settlement

Guatemalans want an ICJ resolution on the Belize border dispute, but they have little prospect of getting one

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Cyber conflict will probably become more destructive

More and more states are enhancing their capabilities to carry out cyberattacks, although their methods and goals vary

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Kurds’ mounting independence aspirations capitalising on the fight against Islamic State have been checked

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As the EU works towards further defence cooperation, the United Kingdom fears being left out

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Pressing crude oil import needs encourage Beijing’s partnerships with Iran, Iraq and Gulf states

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Vietnam has backed down on developing offshore energy resources in the face of Chinese pressure

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A vacuum of power in areas disputed between Baghdad and Erbil is offering opportunities to Islamic State

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A summit with the US president and diplomatic initiatives with China divert attention from political scandal in Tokyo

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International allies have promised financial support ahead of pivotal elections

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External and domestic pressures are contributing to rising confrontation between Somalia and Somaliland

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