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China is Exporting its Cyber Surveillance to African Countries
Beijing has trained African officials on its sprawling system of censorship and surveillance.
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Russia Is the Latest World Power Eyeing the Horn of Africa
Moscow is in negotiations with Eritrea to establish a new logistics hub, location and opening date TBD.
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Beijing Announces Inaugural China-Africa Defense Forum
Hosted by the Ministry of Defense, the June 26-July 10 event is just Beijing's latest effort to deepen ties with the continent.
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How Somalia’s Deadliest Attack Ever Tore Open the Heart of a Nation
The collective rage over the Mogadishu bombing ignited a renewed sense of unity among Somalis, leading to protests in major cities and the staging of solidarity events.
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Turkey Opens Its Largest Overseas Military Base in Somalia
The military base in Somalia is also a reminder that despite Turkey’s growing regional and national problems, Africa remains central to its global expansion strategy.
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There's a New Player in the Horn of Africa
UAE is funding ports and military bases in an area already frequented by forces of the United States, Japan, France, Germany, China, and others.
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