What was agreed at COP29?
The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) was held from 11 to 22 November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This briefing covers new developments from the conference and their reception.
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In brief: Burma's 'discipline-flourishing democracy' (39 KB , PDF)
November 2010 elections saw the military junta’s political front win a decisive victory. The US and UK called the elections a sham and have renewed their sanctions against Burma for another year. Aung San Suu Kyi has been released but her ability to influence events is unclear. Violence in the border areas has been on the rise. This note surveys recent developments in the country.
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In brief: Burma's 'discipline-flourishing democracy' (39 KB , PDF)
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UK defence spending
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