Politics & Diplomacy

Jun 05, 2019

Taiwan: Solomon Islands to Consider Cutting Diplomatic Ties Following Chinese Pressure

One among 17 countries recognising Taiwan at present, the Solomon Islands might soon decide to switch its allegiance to the People’s Republic of China, most likely influenced by the PRC’s efforts to persuade low-income, aid-dependent countries to give up diplomatic relations with Taiwan in exchange for grant money. The announcement was made by the islands’ Foreign Minister Jeremiah...

Jun 05, 2019

Taiwan: Solomon Islands to Consider Cutting Diplomatic...

One among 17 countries recognising Taiwan at present, the Solomon Islands might soon decide to switch its allegiance to the People’s Republic of China, most likely influenced by the PRC’s efforts...

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May 24, 2019

Catalonia: Political Prisoners Take Seats in New...

On 21 May 2019, five Catalan political prisoners who won seats in the lower house of the Spanish Parliament after last month’s [April 2019] election, took their seats in the new parliament under...

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May 20, 2019

Somaliland: Celebrating 28th Anniversary of Independence...

On Saturday 18 May 2019, celebrations throughout Somaliland were held for the 28th anniversary of its independence declaration from Somalia. In the context of these celebrations, Somaliland, who now issues...

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May 16, 2019

Taiwan: Second Political March Held in Brusse...

For the second time since last year, a political march in support for Taiwan was organized in Brussels, Belgium. More than 300 people hit the streets in the capital of the European Union, aiming to attract...

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May 16, 2019

Catalonia: 150 Academics Sign Open Letter Denouncing...

150 Academics from all over the world have signed an open letter in which they denounce the repression of civil rights in Catalonia by the Spanish government. Criticising the imprisonment and prosecution...

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May 09, 2019

Somaliland: Egyptian Delegation Visits to Discuss...

An Egyptian delegation led by the country’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs has paid a visit to Somaliland, aiming to improve bilateral relations between the two countries. The talks specifically...

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May 09, 2019

UNPO Helps Organize European Forum on Minority...

On 6 and 7 May the Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization (UNPO) helped to organize the “European Regional Forum on Education, Language and the Human Rights of Minorities.” Held at...

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Apr 29, 2019

Somaliland: Possible Establishment of Diplomatic...

Kenya is exploring the possibility of establishing diplomatic relations with Somaliland, as it has sent a representative to set up a diplomatic mission in Somaliland’s capital, Hargeisa. Aiming to...

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