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Brazilian authorities said President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government opposes pressure from the U.S. Trump administration to designate Brazil's two largest organized criminal groups as terrorist organizations, Folha de S.Paulo reported on May 6. 

Brazil, U.S.: Brazil Opposes Designating Local Organized Criminal Groups as Terrorists

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France

Energy

Newly elected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron pledged to revive Franco-German cooperation to bolster Europe's security, economic resilience and global competitiveness in a joint article published by Le Figaro on May 7, just hours ahead of a bilateral meeting in Paris.

Germany, France: Merz and Macron Pledge To Revive Franco-German Engine

Tanzania

United Arab Emirates

Deputy President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan signed several agreements with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries, The Chanzo reported May 6.

Tanzania: Government Expands Cooperation With UAE on Healthcare, Mining and Trade

India

Following three years of intermittent negotiations, the United Kingdom and India finalized a free trade agreement that aims to boost bilateral trade by an additional $34 billion by 2040 through expanded market access and reduced trade barriers, Reuters reported on May 6.

India, U.K.: Governments Finalize Free Trade Agreement

Peru

The Peruvian government suspended all mining activities in the northern district of Pataz for 30 days after illegal miners kidnapped and killed 13 gold mining workers, Reuters reported May 5. 

Peru: Illegal Mining Violence to Add Further Pressure on the Government Despite Security Measures

Myanmar

Myanmar's military junta announced a new ceasefire that will last through the end of May to facilitate relief efforts after the country's devastating March 28 earthquake, Nikkei Asia reported on May 6. 

Myanmar: Junta Announces New Ceasefire Amid Sanctions and Scrutiny

Singapore

Singapore held its general election on May 3, with the long-ruling People's Action Party, or PAP, securing a decisive victory by winning 87 of 97 parliamentary seats as well as 65.6% of the popular vote under Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, AP reported the same day.

Singapore: Election Yields Larger Majority for Ruling People's Action Party

South Africa

Around two-thirds of the left-leaning African National Congress party's lawmakers in South Africa's National Assembly have urged the party's leadership to remove the center-right Democratic Alliance from government on the basis that the DA was undermining the ANC and government cohesion, The Sunday Times reported on May 4. 

South Africa: Two-Thirds of ANC Lawmakers Seek To Oust DA From Government

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The OPEC logo is seen outside the bloc's headquarters in Vienna, Austria, on Oct. 4, 2022.

The production boost will further decrease oil prices, which will provide some financial relief for oil-consuming countries affected by U.S. tariffs, while further straining the budgets of poorer oil producers like Iraq. 

The Mixed Economic Impact of OPEC's Production Increase

Australia

After winning the general election, Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese waves as he arrives onstage at the Labor Party election night event in Sydney on May 3, 2025. 

The Labor Party's sweeping victory in Australia will strengthen Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's ability to increase public spending and bolster ties with foreign partners.

Albanese Returns Stronger Than Ever Following Australia's General Election

Supporters of Singapore's ruling People's Action Party attend an election rally on May 1, 2025. 

While the ruling party is set to extend its 60-year rule, a weaker mandate could impede its ability to navigate economic headwinds and rising public demands for policy reform.

Previewing Singapore's Election

Global Elections

Ukraine

Drag-line excavator mines rare earth materials on Ukrainian soil on Feb. 25, 2025, in the Zhytomyr region of Ukraine. 

Russia-Ukraine Conflict

A new U.S.-Ukraine economic deal offers Washington a long-term stake in Ukraine's critical resources -- and a potential lever in ceasefire diplomacy.

New Strategic Pact Gives U.S. Stake in Ukraine's Economic Future

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A picture released on July 12, 1963, of then-French President Gen. Charles de Gaulle (2L) and Jacques Foccart (L) greeting African, Malagasy and French overseas territories veterans arriving in Paris for French Bastille Day celebrations.

After decades of cultivating tight-knit relationships with francophone African countries, France has effectively ended its forward military presence in West and Central Africa amid shifting political dynamics in both regions, which will weaken its influence on the continent but enable Paris to reallocate resources towards Europe's security.

France, Africa and the Future, Part 1: A New Balance of Power 

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Canada

Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Mark Carney speaks to his supporters in Ottawa, Canada, on April 29, 2025, after winning the country’s early general elections. 

Canada's newly elected Liberal government, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, is poised to tackle an economic slowdown with tax cuts, domestic industry protection, and closer ties to Europe despite falling just short of a parliamentary majority.

Liberals Win Canada Election, but Minority Government Will Complicate Legislation

China

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Global Trade

Transatlantic trade tensions have created a window for tactical EU-China engagement, but structural constraints and unresolved disputes limit prospects for meaningful realignment.

Budding EU-China Rapprochement Amid U.S. Tariffs Will Have Its Limits

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Will India be able to stay on track for its growth goals?

Essential Geopolitics: The Outlook for India's Economy

Pakistan

An Indian paramilitary serviceman keeps watch in Pahalgam, south of Srinagar, on April 23, 2025, following a deadly attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. 

India and Pakistan's exchange of tit-for-tat diplomatic and economic moves is raising the risk of a military escalation, while also fueling domestic unrest due to rising nationalist sentiment in both countries.

India-Pakistan Tensions Surge Following Deadly Kashmir Attack

Russia

People walk past an electronic panel, promoting the contract service in the Russian armed forces, with a sign that reads "Our profession is to defend the Fatherland" in a shopping mall on May 11, 2024, in Moscow, Russia. 

Russia is signaling it may welcome back Western companies, but strict conditions, ongoing sanctions and reputational risks are likely to deter a widespread return.

Russia Opens Door to Western Firms, But With Major Strings Attached

Mexico

Trucks travel by the U.S.-Mexico border after crossing the border into the United States at Otay Mesa, California, on April 2, 2025. 

Although U.S. tariffs will hurt Mexico's economy in the short term, they may eventually grant Mexico a competitive advantage over countries that face even higher duties.

The Buffers That Will Help Mexico Navigate Tariff Turbulence

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The Geopolitics of Trade

U.S. reciprocal tariffs will have major economic and political impacts on Japan and South Korea, particularly as both East Asian countries prepare for summer elections.

The Geopolitics of Trade: The Impact of U.S. Tariffs on South Korea and Japan

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Brazil, U.S.: Brazil Opposes Designating Local Organized Criminal Groups as Terrorists

Germany, France: Merz and Macron Pledge To Revive Franco-German Engine

Tanzania: Government Expands Cooperation With UAE on Healthcare, Mining and Trade

India, U.K.: Governments Finalize Free Trade Agreement

Peru: Illegal Mining Violence to Add Further Pressure on the Government Despite Security Measures

Myanmar: Junta Announces New Ceasefire Amid Sanctions and Scrutiny

Singapore: Election Yields Larger Majority for Ruling People's Action Party

South Africa: Two-Thirds of ANC Lawmakers Seek To Oust DA From Government

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