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In brief
Interreligious dialogue

“Dialogue of life”

Michael Rodrigo was a Catholic priest who campaigned for religious dialogue in Sri Lanka. He called his efforts the “dialogue of life” – and paid for his work with his own life.

Youth movements

Why Kenya’s youth is taking to the streets

In recent weeks, massive protests have erupted in Kenya. The people on the streets are almost exclusively young people, forming a kind of political movement the country has never seen before.

International development

ODA under attack

Populist forces in rich countries are calling ODA into question and drastic cuts are looming in many places. Efforts are needed to improve communication and restore trust.

Sanctions

Advantages and pitfalls of sanctions

A political scientist provides insights into the impacts of sanctions as a primary tool for leverage in international politics.

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International law

A new book examines the charge of apartheid against Israel

Law professor Kai Ambos advises Israel to take accusations of apartheid seriously.

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Development cooperation

Aid is problematic, but indispensable

Official development assistance has risen to record levels, but aid flows still often fail to deliver the intended results

Gender rights

Pakistan’s politically assertive women

Against the backdrop of the global #MeToo movement, a new wave of feminist politics swelled up in Pakistan

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Sustainability

The UN Sustainable Development Goals aim to transform economies in an environmentally sound manner, leaving no one behind.