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South Africa’s Path to Inclusion: Successes and Limitations

About 5% of the population continues to face barriers, while sign language, sports, and dialogue demonstrate their potential for inclusion.

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Constitutional and Parliamentary Reforms in Kazakhstan

“The All-New Kazakhstan”: Reforming the Reform

After the 2022 reforms, “New Kazakhstan” is again under debate: the focus has shifted from crisis response to control, governance and long‑term stability.

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Spillover into the South Caucasus?

The impact of the US-Israeli attack on Iran and its retaliatory strikes increase the strategic risks for the countries of the South Caucasus.

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Congo-Brazzaville: Before the election is after the election

The 2026 presidential elections in the Republic of Congo under the shadow of systemic competition.

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Columbia elects a fragmented parliament

Colombia's parliamentary elections result in unclear majorities in Congress and strengthen the center-right camp around Paloma Valencia.

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War in the Middle East

How countries in the region are responding to the escalation between Israel and the U.S. with Iran

This report, from the Konrad Adenauer Foundation's offices in the Middle East and North Africa, provides an overview of the political lines, security risks, and regional dynamics.

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New Episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

Drones, AI, and a New Era – Ulrike Franke on the Future of Warfare

Drones, data, and AI are transforming warfare. Dr. Ulrike Franke explains what lessons the war in Ukraine holds for European security and military innovation.

New Episode of „International Reports“

Backing with Side Effects: Israel’s View of Trump 2.0

The second administration of Donald Trump reshapes US–Israel ties, prompting debate over policy shifts, regional security and rising political divides

New Episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

How the Baltic states live with pressure from Russia

What can we learn from the Baltic states in terms of cyber defence, reserves and resilience? How vulnerable are our critical infrastructures at present?

New Episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

An election with a signal effect: right-wing populism gains ground in Costa Rica

Costa Rica confirms its right-wing populist course: Laura Fernández wins the election and secures a parliamentary majority. What does this mean for democracy and Europe?

New Episode of „International Reports“

Asia’s relations with the United States under Trump 2.0

Balancing act between closeness and independence: Vietnam and Asia are adjusting their relations with the US and relying on flexible strategies in turbulent times.

New episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

Ice, power, military – why Greenland is suddenly so important

What is Donald Trump's real interest in Greenland? And what does all this mean for Europe, NATO and the people who live there?

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America for Americans? Latin America and the new US security strategy

With its new security strategy, the US is strengthening its claim to the Western Hemisphere. What does this mean for the region and for Europe?

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The First Year of Trump’s Second Term from the Gulf Perspective

Euphoria, disillusionment and the question of how strategic priorities are shifting between Washington and the Gulf states. Does this bring new opportunities for Europe?

New episode of "Auslandsinfo.Spotlight"

Youth protests in Kenya: On resistance, causes and their significance for Europe

In protest against new tax burdens, Kenya's Generation Z has been demonstrating since 2024—loudly, creatively, and digitally connected—for participation, transparency, and justice.

New episode of "International Reports"

Rethinking German Development Cooperation

German development cooperation should be more strategic and more closely aligned with economic interests. Why it is important to be open about our interests.

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