Corruption
Russia’s Kleptocrats, Repressed Dissent, Civil Liberties, Human Rights Abuses
Senator Faisal Vawda Exposes Rs60 Billion Corruption Scandal
Senator Faisal Vawda has brought to light a significant corruption scandal involving a land deal worth an estimated Rs60 billion.
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
Harnessing Ukraine’s Trade Opportunities
UNODC’s New Regional Programme (2024-2028) Commits to Advancing Justice, Health, and Rule of Law in South Asia
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has launched its new Regional Programme for South Asia (RPSA) for 2024-2028, reaffirming its commitment to
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
Challenges in the Gulf of Guinea
Challenges in Law Enforcement: Lessons and Latency
Kremligarchs Unscathed: The Resilience and Prosperity of Putin’s Inner Circle During War
Summary of “Sanctioned Kleptocracy: How Putin’s Kremligarchs Have Survived the War—and Even Prospered” Ilya Zaslavskiy’s analysis explores the evolution and persistence of Russia’s kleptocratic regime
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
Evaluating Guatemala as a Prime Nearshoring Location
Guatemala’s economy is underpinned by a robust textile industry, contributing significantly to exports (14.2% of total) and GDP (8.9%). The sector has attracted substantial foreign
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
Africa’s Call to Action Against Deep-Sea Mining
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
Goa Maritime Conclave 2026 Scheduled for February 21 at Naval War College Verem
The Goa Maritime Conclave 2026 is set to take place on February 21 at the Naval War College in Verem,
Current Affairs Quiz for 16th February 2026: Important Questions Available
Staying updated on current affairs is crucial for competitive exams and interviews, and engaging with quizzes can significantly enhance one’s
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