Showing posts with label Nikki Haley. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Nikki Haley. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 10, 2018

South Sudan and Sanctions

The Nation posted on 9 April 2018 an article titled "Can US Sanctions on South Sudan Rein in a Nation of Warlords?" by Simona Foltyn, freelance journalist.

The author noted that limited US sanctions so far have failed to bring about any positive change in behavior in South Sudan. Without regional buy-in to enforce them, they could have the opposite effect on the South Sudan government. They also impact disproportionately the government rather than the opposition.

Monday, October 30, 2017

Ambassador Haley Becomes US Spokesperson for Africa

The Washington Post published on 29 October 2017 an article titled "Africa Trip Illustrates Haley's Trusted, Unusually Direct Relationship with Trump" by Anne Gearan.

Following her recent visit to Ethiopia, South Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the article suggests that US ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, is becoming the "go to" spokesperson for things African.

Sunday, October 29, 2017

Ethiopian Stability and US Relations

World Politics Review published on 26 October 2017 an article titled "Overshadowed by Other Conflicts, Ethiopia's Crises Undermine Its Stable Reputation" by Robbie Corey-Boulet.

The author argues that Ethiopia faces internal security problems that are impossible to deny, even if they receive scant attention beyond its borders. This poses challenges for Ethiopia-US relations.

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

UN Ambassador Haley Trip to Africa

Radio France Internationale published on 24 October 2017 a story titled "US Ambassador in Africa Amid Fears America Is Losing Interest" by Christina Okello.

The article looks at Ambassador Haley's visits to Ethiopia, South Sudan and the DRC and comments on American interests at each stop. It concludes by quoting me that Africa is not likely to rise in priority during the Trump administration.

Monday, October 16, 2017

Interview with South Sudan's President Salva Kiir

The Washington Post published on 16 October 2017 an article titled "South Sudan Is a Disaster. Its President Says: Not My Fault" by Kevin Sieff.

As US ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, prepares to visit South Sudan, President Salva Kiir said the United States is waging a vast conspiracy against his government.