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Food Security: Countries Stress Peace is Needed to Fight Hunger
May 14, 2016
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infoZine
In a declaration adopted by the FAO Regional Conference for the Near East that ended in Rome today, country representatives stressed "the need for stability…
Mozambique: Mozambique Wrestles with Drought, Debt, Conflict
May 14, 2016
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Anita Powell, Voice of America
Two years ago, the nation of Mozambique was riding high after a peaceful presidential election, the promise of offshore natural gas wealth, and what looked…
Water Wars: Known Unknowns in the South China Sea
May 13, 2016
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Chris Mirasola
The USS William Lawrence conducted a Freedom of Navigation Operation (FONOP) within 12 nautical miles of Fiery Cross Reef on Tuesday, May 10th. Chinese-controlled Fiery…
How Climate Change is Driving Nigeria's Herdsmen Conflict
May 13, 2016
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Chidi Oguamanam
Forging national unity has been a perennial challenge to Nigeria’s evolution as a country. Since independence from Britain 56 years ago, the country continues to…
When Climate Change Exacerbates Conflict, Women Pay the Price Says Mayesha Alam
May 13, 2016
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Sean Peoples, New Security Beat
Climate change has the potential to exacerbate conflict and political instability, and women will pay a steeper price than their male counterparts when it does,…
Colombia: To Fight Deforestation, Replanting Eco-Awareness in Colombia
May 13, 2016
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Eden Krsmanovic, City Paper Bogota
A recent report released by the Convention on Biological Diversity takes a critical look at the extent of the damage to Colombia’s native forests, and…
Iraq: Exclusive: Iraq Oil Projects Face Delays as Companies Resist Spending Cuts
May 13, 2016
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Ahmed Rasheed, Reuters
International oil firms have warned Iraq that projects to increase its crude output will be delayed if the government insists on drastic spending cuts this…
Iraq/Syria: How Sykes-Picot Is the Root of Syria, Iraq Sectarian Conflicts
May 13, 2016
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teleSUR
Days after taking over the second largest city in Iraq Mosul, Islamic State group leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi said “this blessed advance will not stop…
Armed Clashes Drive Growing Displacement in Western Colombia
May 13, 2016
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Nora Sturm, UNHCR
Armed clashes between illegal groups fighting for territory in western Colombia are driving a growing number of mostly Afro-Caribbean and indigenous peoples from their homes…
Iraq: Iraq to Stop Sunflower Seed Imports as Domestic Production Rises
May 12, 2016
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Bloomberg, Khalid Al Ansary
Iraq will stop importing sunflower oil next year as domestic production is rising under a government plan to boost supplies of food staples. The government…
Iraq: ISIS Sabotage Continues to Cause Outages in Iraqi Oil Fields
May 12, 2016
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James Burgess, Oilprice.com
Two wells at the Khabaz oilfield near Kirkuk, in northern Iraq, sabotaged by ISIS last week are still on fire, with production suspended and losses…
Afghanistan/Pakistan: Border Fencing Escalates Pakistan-Afghanistan Tension
May 12, 2016
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Al Jazeera
Tension at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border has escalated over the fencing of a 2km area at the Torkham crossing which was stopped by the Afghan forces.…
Cambodia: Project Coordinator
May 11, 2016
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Fauna & Flora International
Founded in 1903, Fauna & Flora International (FFI) is the world’s longest-established international conservation organisation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future for the…
Republic of the Congo: Park Director
May 11, 2016
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Wildlife Conservation Society
WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. WCS's goal is to conserve the world's largest…
Lao Peoples Democratic Republic: Integrated Conservation Resource Management
May 11, 2016
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Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit
The Hin Nam No National Protected Area (HNN NPA) has a unique karst landscape of outstanding importance for regional biodiversity. It is located in Bualapha…
Lebanon: Emergency Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Coordinator
May 11, 2016
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GVC
He or she will be providing technical assistance and supervision, day to day coordination, capacity building to national/international staff and donor compliance.
This position reports to…
Iraq/Kurdistan: Oil Politics: Iraqi Kurdish Official Calls for Country’s Split
May 11, 2016
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Paul McLeary, Foreign Policy
Just hours after the Islamic State hit multiple sites in Shiite neighborhoods across Baghdad, killing over 90 civilians, the governor of Kirkuk province in the…
Food Security: Hunger, a Matter of Global Security
May 11, 2016
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Enrique Yeves, Inter Press Service
Desperate, frustrated, and with little hope for the future, on 17h December 2010, the Tunisian Mohamed Bouazizi doused himself in petrol and set himself alight.…
Daesh (IS) and Criminal Syndicates after the Gold of Central Asia
May 10, 2016
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Douglas Green
Recent reports from various sides concerning the increasing lack of cash flow for Daesh (IS) in the Near East due to difficulties in its Turkish…
Conflict Minerals: Industry Collaboration, Consumer Pressure Key to Stopping 'Conflict Minerals' Trade
May 10, 2016
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James Hakner, University of Sussex
Responsible sourcing of raw minerals from conflict regions could be achieved if firms were to collaborate and if there was more pressure from consumers, a…
Conflict Minerals: To Stop Conflict Minerals, Make European Firms Establish Origin of Supply Chain - Expert
May 10, 2016
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Magdalena Mis, Thomson Reuters Foundation
European companies should be required by law to establish the origin of the minerals they use in their products to put an end to the…
Colombia: Can Colombia Be Landmine-Free in 5 Years?
May 10, 2016
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Jim Wyss, Miami Herald
A meeting of international mine experts in Bogotá will be held through Friday, after the United States, Norway and Colombia in February pledged to make…
Cambodia: Biodiversity Conservation Specialist
May 9, 2016
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Winrock International
Winrock International is recruiting a Biodiversity Conservation Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded project. This position will be based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The anticipated project…
Cambodia: Forestry and Community NRM Specialist
May 9, 2016
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Winrock International
Winrock International is recruiting a Forestry and Community Natural Resource Management Specialist for an anticipated USAID-funded project. This position will be based in Phnom Penh,…
Yemen: Food Security & Livelihoods Head of Department
May 9, 2016
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Action Contre La Faim
Action against Hunger is now recognised as one of the leading organisations in the fight against hunger worldwide. Under the supervision of the Country Director,…
South Sudan: Food Security and Livelihood Program Manager
May 9, 2016
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Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development
ACTED endeavors to respond to humanitarian crises and build resilience; promote inclusive and sustainable growth; co-construct effective governance and support the building of civil society…
DRC: Environment and Climate Change Technical Advisor
May 9, 2016
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ACDI/VOCA
ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking an experienced Environment and Climate Change Advisor for the upcoming USAID-funded Kivu Value Chain (Kivu VC) Project. The purpose of the…
Liberia: Land and Water Specialist
May 9, 2016
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Africa Rice Center
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) is seeking a highly qualified Land and water management specialist to be based at AfricaRice, Liberia. AfricaRice is one of…
Central Africa: Regional Technical Advisor
May 9, 2016
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Catholic Relief Services
The CRS Agricultural Livelihoods signature program area (SPA) has a 5-year strategic goal to provide a pathway to prosperity for 5 million rural households worldwide.…
Liberia: Chief of Party
May 9, 2016
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ACDI/VOCA
ACDI/VOCA is currently seeking a Chief of Party for a potential Title II Development Food Aid Program (DFAP). This multi-year, non-emergency program is integrated with…