The Power Tables
Significant elections and changes in governments since February 1998. Last updated May 25, 2026.
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How Niger's Attempted Coup Exposed Decisive Geopolitical Competition in West Africa
Xi Lashes Out in the Pacific and Africa, But to What End?
The jury remains out as to whether Beijing has a clearly thought-through agenda with the Pacific Islands Forum, meeting this week, or even in Africa, or whether it is just lashing out to show that it still matters. But, rest assured, it is lashing out.
EARLY WARNING | Winning the War of Words Means Knowing When to Fall Silent
