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theconversation.com • Politics • Australia
This article analyzes the effectiveness of Australia's National Cabinet three years after its formation, questioning its ongoing relevance and suggesting reforms to improve its transparency, federal balance, and overall sustainability.
rappler.com • Politics • Philippines
This article provides excerpts from a booklet guiding new Philippine senators on their roles and responsibilities, emphasizing competence and integrity in serving the nation.
theage.com.au • Politics • World
The article analyzes why many people, especially on Wall Street, underestimated the economic risks associated with Donald Trump's presidency, attributing it to a mixture of cultural affinity, misinterpretations of his policies, and a failure to recognize the potential consequences of his actions.
jobs.oxfamnovib.nl • Internship • Vietnam
Oxfam in Vietnam offers a one-year internship program for Vietnamese graduates interested in governance and development, providing administrative, finance, and program management training.
nytimes.com • Politics • United States
The author argues that Trumpism represents a coordinated attack on American institutions, requiring a unified response to prevent its continued erosion of the civilizational order.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama City Mayor Mayer Mizrachi's proposal to create a municipal company has sparked public debate, with critics raising concerns about transparency and legality.
emerald.com • Finance • World
This research paper examines the fraud risks associated with sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), analyzing case studies through the lens of the fraud triangle and agency theory.
theage.com.au • Media • Australia
The article details the controversy surrounding ABC chairman Kim Williams's intervention in a radio programming decision, sparking concerns about editorial independence and the role of celebrity chairs.
wired.com • Technology • World
A coalition of community organizations is challenging OpenAI's corporate restructuring, raising concerns about the potential misuse of charitable funds and the integrity of the nonprofit sector.
elpais.com • Politics • Colombia
The article discusses the failings of Colombian democracy and proposes the concept of lottocracy as a potential solution.
foreignpolicy.com • Politics • UAE
The UAE's plan to use AI in lawmaking, while seemingly groundbreaking, is part of a broader global trend of integrating AI into legislative processes, raising concerns about potential biases and power concentration.
thedispatch.com • Politics • United States
The article critiques Donald Trump's presidency, arguing that he prioritizes self-promotion and superficial actions over effective governance.
nacion.com • Politics • Costa Rica
An investigation into the Banco Nacional's board of directors, ordered by Costa Rica's Vice President, finds no irregularities in the appointment of the general manager.
magazine.thediplomat.com • Politics • World
This article analyzes the ongoing geopolitical contest between the United States and China, arguing that the outcome hinges on societal vibrancy and governance effectiveness, rather than solely military might.