Middle East / Africa
Russia will use CIS partners to conclude more FTAs
Moscow is moving fast to create a wide network of trade agreements with emerging and developing nations
CISHigher oil prices are not benefiting African exporters
African oil exporters have not raised output in recent years and face high rates and difficulties stimulating investment
InternationalNigeria's Rivers State dispute raises instability risk
Tensions have erupted between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesome Wike
NigeriaGaza war and GenAI test anti-disinformation efforts
Disinformation, including AI-generated content, is thoroughly testing legislators and social media
InternationalKenya faces growing fiscal consolidation challenges
A deteriorating economic picture is putting pressure on the government's economic reform plans
KenyaAlgeria’s aviation sector will face stiff competition
Algiers has plans to procure more planes for its state-owned airline, boosting its fleet and capabilities
AlgeriaSaudi presence in the Balkans could grow
Muslim communities worldwide offer Saudi Arabia an opportunity to expand global influence
Saudi ArabiaEquatorial Guinea succession plans may face challenges
President Obiang faces no major domestic challenges to his rule, but presides over a factionalised ruling family
Equatorial Guinea
