The world of international organizations at a glance
Here is a summary of some of the most significant news developing among multilateral institutions around the globe.
Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau is a West African nation that faces significant challenges from political instability and drug trafficking. A member of the U.N. and the Economic Community of West African Nations (ECOWAS), the country has a history of military coups. Its economy is largely agricultural, but the nation's fragile stability makes it a major transit point for drug smugglers, which has drawn international scrutiny and concern.
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Global aid cuts pose 'threat of major backsliding' with maternal deaths
The loss of funding could unravel major progress since 2000 in reducing women's deaths during pregnancy and childbirth.
Transition to renewable energy lags behind Paris treaty climate goals
High shares of renewables are being integrated in the power sector, but not fast enough to fight climate change.