writer at EUReflect
Contributing writer at EUReflect.
Angola is reducing its dependence on oil by positioning tourism as its new “green oil.” In 2025, tourist arrivals rose by 20–30%, generating $667 million in revenue. Visa-free entry, a new international airport, and major investments are helping make Angola Africa’s fastest-growing tourism destination.
Travel experts have identified the most affordable countries for tourism in 2026. Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and Central Asia continue to offer excellent value through low accommodation costs, affordable transportation, and diverse cultural experiences.
Travelers in summer 2026 face new challenges ranging from extreme weather and changing entry regulations to cybersecurity threats. Experts recommend careful planning, monitoring official updates, securing personal data, and understanding local requirements to ensure safe and successful trips.
The International Labour Organization has adopted the world’s first binding labor standards for gig workers, covering ride-hailing, delivery, and other platform jobs. The convention introduces protections on pay, safety, job security, and algorithmic management, though implementation depends on government ratification.
One year after the Air India Boeing 787 crash that killed 260 people, investigators say more time is needed to complete the inquiry. Officials report significant progress in analyzing evidence but stress that the final report will only be released after all reviews are completed.
Divers removing abandoned fishing nets in the Strait of Sicily recorded what may be the first underwater footage of an adult great white shark in the Mediterranean. Researchers say the rare sighting could improve understanding of the critically endangered species.
Nepali guide Dawa Sherpa survived six days alone on Mount Everest after running out of oxygen during his descent. Trapped in a crevasse, he survived by chewing ice and eating chocolate before escaping and reaching rescuers. His remarkable survival has stunned the climbing world.
In the AI race between the US and China, the decisive factor is no longer only chip technology but also energy capacity. China gains an advantage through cheap and large-scale electricity production, while the US faces energy infrastructure bottlenecks. However, China also struggles with chip and infrastructure integration challenges.
The Avrupa Çocuk Rehabilitation Centers model developed in Türkiye is being transferred to Uzbekistan as an integrated system aimed at improving education, healthcare, and social inclusion for children with special needs. It represents a strategic approach to strengthening human capital and social development.
The U.S. Navy’s 2027 shipbuilding plan raises the possibility of constructing vessels in allied countries while emphasizing nuclear-powered warships, logistical tanker investments, and distributed production to restore American maritime superiority against China.
Uzbekistan is accelerating digital transformation through AI, cybersecurity, startup investment, and digital education reforms. Under President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the country is building technological sovereignty and positioning itself as an emerging regional technology power.
The U.S. arms package for Taiwan is proceeding as planned. However, China’s response, the war in the Middle East, and the U.S. redistribution of military resources directly affect the power balance in the Taiwan Strait and regional security.
Kazakhstan’s digitalization strategy frames artificial intelligence as an existential necessity rather than a policy choice. The text argues that delays weaken sovereignty, deepen dependency, and erode state capacity, calling for decisive reforms, centralized governance, and rapid AI integration to secure national survival and long-term stability.
Kazakhstan has emerged as a key hub in Eurasian trade due to its strategic location between China and Europe, advanced logistics infrastructure, broad market access, and investor-friendly policies.
The article examines the rapid expansion of carbon capture technologies as a core response to industrial emissions. It analyses leading global companies, their diverse technological approaches, and their role in enabling net-zero and circular carbon economy goals.
This study examines the economic implications of permanent neutrality through a comparative analysis of Turkmenistan, Switzerland, and Austria. Findings show that neutrality functions not only as a political stance but also as a strategic economic asset. Turkmenistan leverages neutrality to enhance energy diplomacy and secure multi-vector export routes; Switzerland transforms it into a global reputation for financial stability and innovation; and Austria combines political neutrality with EU economic integration, positioning itself as a regional diplomatic and economic hub. Overall, neutrality strengthens credibility, supports diversified partnerships, and contributes to long-term economic resilience.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have become a transformative force in the global economy, intensifying competition among major metropolitan regions. According to recent data published by Startup Genome, Beijing stands as the clear global leader when examining the share of local venture capital (VC) investments allocated to AI during the 2023–2024 period. China’s capital directs 66.2% of its local venture funding to AI firms, surpassing all other hubs worldwide. Although Silicon Valley continues to dominate in absolute investment volume, it ranks second in proportional terms, with 62.4% of its venture capital resources flowing into AI-focused enterprises—positioning the U.S. technology epicenter immediately behind Beijing.
France will participate in Eurovision 2026 and criticizes Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Slovenia for boycotting the contest over Israel’s inclusion. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot called the boycott “obscurantism” and argued that culture should not be politicized. The dispute reflects growing divisions in Europe over how to handle the Israel–Gaza conflict in cultural arenas.
The U.S. and Japan announced a sweeping set of joint initiatives in AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and education, following Prime Minister Kishida’s visit to the White House. Backed by major tech firms and research institutions, the collaboration aims to boost innovation, workforce development, and security through coordinated investment and policy alignment.
Uzbekistan has launched construction of Central Asia’s largest airport in Tashkent, a $2.5 billion project led by Saudi, Japanese, and Korean partners. Scheduled for completion in 2028, it will serve 20 million passengers annually, handle 129,000 tons of cargo, and operate entirely on renewable energy. The airport will boost the economy, create thousands of jobs, and solidify Uzbekistan’s role as a regional aviation and innovation hub.
Japan’s recent initiative to test hypersonic missile-tracking technology through its HTV-X spacecraft represents a significant leap in space-based defense capabilities. This paper examines the strategic rationale behind this development, its technological characteristics, and its broader implications for regional and global security architecture, particularly amid escalating hypersonic weapon competition among China, Russia, and North Korea.