With global growth slowing and many developing countries facing debt crises, the world needs another infusion of the International Monetary Fund’s reserve asset. But while the benefits would be far-reaching and free of risk, the US Treasury has been standing in the way.
A panel discussion on Capitol Hill explored the challenges facing the Global South and the impact of debt and climate change on these nations.
Protests in Kenya highlight the impact of IMF-backed reforms and the failing international financial architecture.
Get insights into the Kenya-led multinational intervention force in Haiti and the lack of clarity around its objectives, rules of engagement, and oversight.
Discover the details of the Kenyan security forces mission in Haiti. Learn about the context, challenges, and expected outcomes of this deployment.
Haiti’s transitional presidential council is expected to be formally established following weeks of internal discussions and delays.
Several members of the US Congress have warned that “another armed foreign intervention in Haiti will not result in the necessary Haitian-led transition to a democratic government.”
On November 30, former coup leader Guy Philippe was deported to Haiti. Philippe was released from prison in the US in September after serving six-plus years on charges related to drug trafficking and money laundering.
On October 20, the UN Security Council is scheduled to discuss the final report of the UN Expert Panel, convened last year to advise the council on its sanctions regime in Haiti.
On October 2, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) voted to authorize the deployment of a Kenyan-led security force to Haiti.
