This is a roundup of news articles, reports, and other materials focusing on (in)security issues and reflects a wide variety of opinions. It does not reflect the views of Security in Context. The goal is to shed light on knowledge production on security-related issues of public interest from critical perspectives and from global south readings by highlighting media from four particular regions: Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, and developing Asia. Entries may include academic journal articles, think tank reports, non-governmental organizations releases, official documents or government-commissioned research, and regular news items. The material included covers SiC's key security issues: Climate Change, Security and International Relations, Migration and Displacement, Covid-19 and Capitalism, Technologies of Surveillance, Gender, Race, Ethnicity and Sexuality, Arms and the Military-industrial Complex, and Censorship.
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Latin America and the Caribbean
COLOMBIA: Petro seeks “total peace”
July 28, 2022
Colombia’s president-elect Gustavo Petro announces plans on introducing what they are calling a policy of “total peace” as he is a week away from taking office.
315 children, adults shelter at school to escape Haiti gang war
July 28, 2022
Hundreds of children and adults sought refuge from shootings between rival gangs inside a high school located in Haiti’s capital.
One year on, Peru’s president fights for political survival
July 27, 2022
One year after Pedro Castillo’s improbable presidential victory, the socialist president finds himself in a political crisis.
Dominica Says It Is Close To Reaching Its Sustainable Development Goals
July 22, 2022
Dominica predicts success in achieving its sustainable development goals by the year 2030.
Africa
South Africa trade surplus narrows to 24.23 bln rand in June
July 29, 2022
South Africa recorded a smaller trade surplus in June from the 30.85 billion rand surplus in May. However, exports and imports in the country are still up.
Protests against military administration paralyse Guinea capital
July 28, 2022
The capital of Guinea was brought to a standstill during protests against the military government’s handling of plans to restore democracy in the nation. The protests have resulted in at least one death.
Congo to Auction Land to Oil Companies: ‘Our Priority Is Not to Save the Planet’
July 24, 2022
The Democratic Republic of Congo is auctioning off vast amounts of land to oil companies for hundreds of millions of dollars. Didier Budimbu, the minister of hydrocarbons, says the country has the potential to produce 1 million barrels of oil per year.
July 23, 2022
Ethiopia’s joint security and intelligence task force has detained thousands of “extremist Fano” members due to attempts at spreading violence.
Middle East
War looms large as Yemeni children head back to school
July 28, 2022
Conflict in Yemen has resulted in a lack of educational opportunities for children. While millions of children will be heading back to school soon, teachers and students alike are nervous due to the ongoing conflict in the nation.
US committed to Egypt’s water security, advancing a resolution on GERD
July 28, 2022
Egyptian and US government officials discussed diplomatic resolutions pertaining to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and support the need for clean water in Egypt.
Protesters Storm Iraqi Parliament
July 27, 2022
Hundreds of protestors in Iraq stormed the Parliament angered by a prime minister nominee chosen by Iran-backed groups.
Iran says it has new ideas on nuclear deal after EU proposes text
July 26, 2022
After a proposal from an EU coordinator, Iran has said it has new ideas to revitalize the country’s 2015 nuclear deal with other world powers, seeing the EU’s new proposed text as a springboard for new plans.
Developing Asia
Some Asia economies need rapid rate hikes to cool inflation: IMF
July 29, 2022
The IMF recommends that Asian banks raise interest rates to prevent cascading inflation in the region. Currently, inflation is relatively moderate in the region.
July 29, 2022
This article is a description of an upcoming forum that will include experts on the new Philipino administration. These experts will examine several themes such as presidential power, geostrategic outlook, and the macroeconomy.
Second monkeypox case found, this time in Bangkok
July 28, 2022
A man living with 10 other individuals has contracted the Monkey Pox virus. This is the second recorded case of Monkey Pox in Thailand.
Turning Waste Into Value, This Chennai Man Has Created A Plywood Alternative From Rice Husk
July 26, 2022
BL Bengani, a resident of Chennai, has successfully developed a new kind of plywood made from rice husks. This is especially important because India is the second largest manufacturer of plywood in the world.
Country, society, and nation come before ideology: PM Modi
July 25, 2022
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, stated that political differences should never endanger the well-being of the nation. PM Modi claims that his political opposition is purposefully obstructing developments to hurt him politically.
Key Issues
This section includes the latest and most pressing news regarding SiC's key security issues.
VENEZUELA: Communists denounce crackdown
July 28, 2022
The Venezuelan government, led by President Nicolas Maduro, is facing accusations on behalf of the Partido Comunista de Venezuela (PCV) of cracking down on their activists. The PCV claims that the ruling Partido Socialista Unido de Venezuela (PSUV) is conducting an “anti-communist campaign”.
After cannabis, govt takes step towards allowing casinos to operate
July 27, 2022
The Thai Parliament is considering legalizing Casinos in Thailand to help restore the post-pandemic economy. This consideration comes shortly after the legalization of cannabis.
Techno-politics of data justice: perspectives from Indonesia and the Philippines
July 26, 2022
While many criticize social media platforms for disseminating misinformation, an Indonesian scholar and social media influencer describes industry giants like Mark Zuckerberg as “prophets,” providing the world with a much-awaited “public sphere.”
