The Dichotomy of Women’s Rights in Nepal’s New Constitution

After seven long years at the drafting table, Nepal finally adopted a new constitution earlier in October 2015. In 2006, this small Himalayan country made a bold move by overthrowing its centuries old monarchy and adopting democratic governance. Ever since, a new constitutional document has been in the works. It was initially anticipated that this […]

Civil War in Yemen

Civil War in Yemen

Yemen is located on the Bab al-Mandab strait that connects the Gulf of Aden with the Red Sea. The location is of strategic importance since a large part of global shipping passes through this strait, which lies on the southern side of Yemen. On the north side, Yemen shares an extended border with Saudi Arabia […]