“Libyan National Army” retake oil facilities, as national government urges UN to block “illegal” sales
The “Libyan National Army”, whose forces are loyal to General Khalifa Haftar and the Tobruk-based Libyan House of Representatives, has recaptured the oil facilities in Ra’s Lanuf and Sidra.
Afghanistan ceasefire
In an unprecedented move, both the Afghan government and the Taliban have declared temporary ceasefires during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr holiday that marks the end of Ramadan. The Afghan government first declared its intent to cease offensive operations from June 12th until the end of Ramadan last week, presumably as part of President Ghani’s attempts to build on his peace initiative unveiled earlier this year.
Afghanistan open for business – IN Magazine
David Frend, barrister and consultant for Proelium Law has been featured in this month IN magazine and has given 7 tips for setting up a new venture in Afghanistan.
Organisational culture in a foreign country – Part 1
In part 1 of our 2-part series, we explore how understanding the different variables that constitute a foreign Country’s culture will help assist business success. It’s not about where business is done so much as it is about how it’s done!
Doing Business in the Badlands – Part 1
In the first of our 3-part series, we look at the risks – and the rewards – of doing business in high-risk and volatile jurisdictions. Conducting business in Complex Environments and High-Risk Jurisdictions is risky but could be advantageous if well managed, and professionally advised.
What next for the Iran nuclear deal?
The unilateral withdrawal of the US from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action last week was not entirely unexpected, but is no less shocking for having actually happened.
Tehrik-i-Taliban presence in Afghanistan confirmed
While the traffic in fighters from Pakistan into Afghanistan is a long established issue in the relationship between the two nations, a recent US strike indicates that there is also a reverse flow of traffic, that of fighters crossing from Afghanistan, which they are using as a safe haven into Pakistan.
MANAGING YOUR BOSS – Part 1
An essential factor in achieving results, innovating, taking your company and career forward is knowing how to manage your Boss. Artifice, flattery and manipulation should not play a part, but they provide clues to aspects of managing one’s Boss.
Haftar’s illness sparks succession battle in eastern Libya
After more than a week of speculation, it has been confirmed that General Khalifa Haftar, commander of the Libyan National Army and the House of Representatives in Tobruk, is still alive, after being airlifted to Paris for medical treatment.
Turkish army’s anti-PKK operations to extend to Iraq
On Sunday March 25th, President Tayyip Erdogan announced that the Turkish armed forces were undertaking operations in Sinjar District, in Iraq’s north western Nineveh Governorate.
