Investments made in the Guianas, including Venezuela as a bordering and Amazonian country, are not in line with the federal model of countries such as Brazil. In Venezuela, which is seen today as a failed state, military rule was declared in several states. In Suriname & Guyana, despite centralization in their limited territories, the national government can generate policies and provide basic services through local jurisdictions. by Timothy J. Killeen
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Centralized governance in the Guianas and economic legacy
Venezuela has a long history of federal government, and twelve of its 22 constitutions have included the word ‘Federal’ in the title, including...
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In August, representatives of the world’s nations will meet in Geneva, Switzerland, to hopefully finalize a U.N. plastic treaty. But negotiators remain far apart, with an overwhelming number of nations wanting a legally binding treaty that limits plastic production, while a much smaller number want a voluntary agreement focused on waste management. by Tosca Ballerini
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As UN plastic treaty talks face possible deadlock, what are the ways forward?
Historically, most United Nations agreements have been reached by consensus. But based on recent events, this no longer seems likely for achieving ...
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