In this edition of the Global Risk Bulletin, we explore the implications of North Korean troop deployments to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, assess the impact of renewed anti-government unrest in Georgia, and analyse the escalating political tensions in Mozambique in the wake of October’s presidential elections.
World news in brief
A roundup of key political violence developments globally. Read the article
Out of the shadows: North Korea steps up its role in the Russia-Ukraine war
The deployment of thousands of North Korean soldiers to the Russia-Ukraine conflict marks a significant development in the war, likely influencing the battlefield dynamics and carrying wider geopolitical implications for the Korean Peninsula. Read the article
Unrest in Georgia: What fuelled the surge in mass protests?
Although post-election protests by opposition activists initially subsided, the ruling Georgian Dream's decision to suspend EU accession talks reignited mass demonstrations. Read the article
Tipping point: Political violence and unrest in Mozambique
The violent unrest that followed Mozambique’s October presidential election signals a substantive shift in the country’s political environment, and rising dissatisfaction with the longstanding status quo. Read the article
