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The Caribbean is more than sun, sea and sand – it’s a geopolitical hotspot too
Frequent travellers to the Caribbean are used to delays but these are typically caused by hurricanes rather than military action. Those seeking a dose of winter sun last month had their plans scrambled as…
Trump’s blundering smartphone diplomacy is pushing US allies into the arms of Beijing
At what point does short-term gain become long-term disadvantage? It’s an important question for both individuals and nations to ask themselves, and one that I’ve been thinking about since returning a week ago from…
Mark Carney’s Davos address put world leaders – and their speechwriters – on notice
The Canadian prime minister’s speech stood out not just for its polish but also its provenance. In an age of outsourced language, Carney showed leaders why writing for yourself is worthwhile.
‘Everyone is terrified of US sanctions.’ What might Nouri Al-Maliki’s leadership nomination mean for US-Iraq relations?
With more than a decade of experience reporting on the Middle East for ‘The Washington Post’, Loveday Morris speaks with senior news editor Chris Cermak about Al-Maliki’s possible return as Iraq prime minister.
Kristi Noem is out of touch. She’ll be out of a job soon too
Kristi Noem seems to have an inappropriate outfit for every occasion: the US homeland security secretary sported camouflage leggings when meeting senior Chilean officials and donned lip gloss, earrings and bootcut jeans while joining…
Re-examining migration beyond the headlines: Why do people move?
We quiz a migration minister, reveal why African passports are desirable for the super-rich and find out which nations are short of architects and fishmongers.
What multiple passports mean for identity, belonging and modern life
Securing a secondary citizenship can be a matter of making the right investments or donations. Marko Peck, an adviser in the sector, explains why business is booming.
Opinion
A smart and fair immigration system can help diffuse toxic narratives and bolster national security
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Spain’s migration gamble: How open-border policies are helping its economy to flourish
Spain is bucking a global anti-immigration trend by granting legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants. We explore why the embattled left-wing minority government is banking on this move with migration minister Elma Saiz.
How Cape Town’s beautiful €2m public pool upgrades are making a splash
Enhancements to many of the South African city’s 37 bathing facilities have made for a bumper summer of swimming and poolside fun. Monocle wades in to find a populace brought together.
