Corruption
Russia’s Kleptocrats, Repressed Dissent, Civil Liberties, Human Rights Abuses
Maritime Anti-Corruption Network: BD Holds Inaugural Meeting
The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) Bangladesh convened its inaugural Working Group Meeting at the Shippers Council of Bangladesh (SCB) conference
Malaysia to Oppose Passage of Philippine Maritime Laws, Government States
Malaysia’s government plans to formally protest the Philippines’ recent enactment of two maritime laws, which it believes usurp territory in
Corruption Perceptions Index 2024: An Overview
Transparency International (TI) has published its 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), offering a valuable comparative guide on the perceived levels
The Importance of Its Functionality
The launch of China’s Type 076 amphibious assault carrier, the Sichuan, on December 29, 2024, marks a significant advancement in
Enhancing Maritime Domain Awareness in the Caribbean: New Perspectives for the U.S.
The author reflects on their experience with the Department of Homeland Security’s Joint Task Force–East (JTF-E), highlighting a shift from traditional focuses such as narcotics
Key Insights from the UNODC World Drug Report 2024 for International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking
On June 27, 2024, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) presented key findings from its World Drug Report 2024 in New Delhi,
Strengthening India-Germany Relations: A Focus on Maritime and Traditional Medicine Cooperation
An unidentified speaker recently highlighted a pivotal development in India-Germany relations, announcing that the German Maritime Museum will become part of the National Maritime Heritage
ASEAN Summit Launches in Malaysia Addressing Crucial Regional Topics
The 46th ASEAN Summit has commenced in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where leaders from the Southeast Asian nations are gathered to deliberate on critical regional and
Challenges in the Gulf of Guinea
Challenges in Law Enforcement: Lessons and Latency
Empowering Civil Society to Combat Organized Crime
Empowering Punjab’s Youth Through Sports and Arts for a Drug-Free Future
In Phagwara, Punjab, a transformative initiative called RiseUp4Peace is empowering youth to combat the pervasive issue of drug use through sports and the arts. The
Navigating Africa’s Container Shipping: Challenges and Prospects
Africa’s container shipping industry is experiencing substantial growth as the continent modernizes its ports and logistics infrastructure, becoming an increasingly strategic player in the global
ES Recto: Corruption and Transparency Issues Threaten National Security
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto has highlighted critical governance and institutional challenges in the Philippines, particularly corruption and a lack of transparency, which threaten not only
Bangladesh Financial News Update Today
Robert N. Rose’s quote, “Ships are the nearest things to dreams that hands have ever made,” captures the vital role maritime transport plays in Bangladesh’s
China’s Naval Leadership: Corruption and Capabilities Presentation by Andrew Erickson
Since Xi Jinping assumed leadership in 2012, a significant number of military and defense industry leaders in China have been removed from their posts. This
Introducing Cheikh Touré: The New UNODC Representative in Nigeria
Cheikh Touré: UNODC’s New Representative in Nigeria Cheikh Ousmane Touré has been appointed as the new United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Representative
Countering China’s Expanding Reach in Southern Hemisphere Ports
As of 2022, Pakistan’s debt to China has reached $23 billion, primarily due to extensive borrowing linked to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This financial
Liberty Lines Faces $100 Million Seizure Over Fraud and Corruption
The Trapani Public Prosecutor’s Office has launched a significant investigation into Liberty Lines S.p.A., a leading maritime transport company in Sicily, with a focus on
Unpacking the Corruption Dynamics in China’s 1st Destroyer Flotilla
European Seaports Struggle with Drug-Related Corruption and Crime
Chinese Fishing in West Africa: Addressing Environmental and Social Challenges
Weak Financing and Politics Cited in Shipping Line’s Collapse
Antwerp Battles Corruption Amidst Challenges to Rule of Law
The Surge of Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea
Summary of the Gulf of Guinea’s Piracy Threat The Gulf of Guinea, encompassing 17 countries along West Africa’s coast, has
Philippines Welcomes ASEAN Foreign Ministers for Regional Issue Discussions
The recent ASEAN Foreign Minister Retreat held in Manila marked a significant gathering of senior diplomats from Southeast Asia, aimed
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