Rocco Caldero
Born in Brazil to Spanish parents, Rocco Caldero lived most of his life between Florianópolis and Madrid and studied Sciences of Communication in La Coruña.
Political Winds Shift Ahead of South Africa’s Elections
As South Africa's May 29 election nears, a Social Research Foundation survey reveals considerable changes in the political scene.
The African National Congress (ANC), long...
Mali’s Junta Suspends Party Activities Amid Calls for Democracy
In a decisive move, the Malian military junta has indefinitely suspended all political party activities and associations with political inclinations.
This decision was announced through...
Shifting Regional Headquarters: Southeast Asia’s New Dynamics
Multinational corporations are increasingly choosing Southeast Asia for their regional headquarters.
They are moving beyond Singapore to explore cost-effective and strategically advantageous locations like Malaysia...
Malaysia Invests in Port Klang to Compete with Singapore’s Maritime Dominance
Malaysia's Port Klang, along the pivotal Malacca Strait, embarks on a transformative journey to double its handling capacity.
Westports invests 39.6 billion ringgit to boost...
Africa’s Robust Economic Outlook for 2024
In 2024, Africa's economy is set for a significant rebound, demonstrating resilience amid past global challenges and the pandemic.
Expectations point to the continent eclipsing...
Historic Summit Reinforces U.S.-Japan Alliance
U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida are poised to significantly enhance U.S.-Japan relations.
They plan to do so with over 70...
China and Russia Forge Stronger Bonds Against Western Pressure
Recently, China and Russia have taken significant steps to strengthen their strategic partnership, highlighting an increasingly solid alliance amidst rising tensions with Western nations.
At...
Spain Tightens Golden Visa in European Crackdown
Spain plans to revise its Golden Visa program, echoing actions taken by other European nations like Portugal, Ireland, Greece, and Malta.
These countries have either...
Heatwaves in Africa: A Growing Climate Threat
In April 2024, Mali experienced a record heatwave with temperatures hitting 48.5°C (119.3°F), the highest April temperature in Africa.
This event is not isolated but...
Shift at Myanmar’s Border: A Blow to Military Control
In an unexpected turn, Myanmar's military regime officials began evacuating Myawaddy, a key town on the Thai border.
This marks a notable setback since the...
Zimbabwe Launches Gold-Backed ZiG Currency in Economic Revamp
On April 8, 2024, Zimbabwe transitions to the gold-backed ZiG currency, moving away from the depreciating ZWL.
This initiative, led by Central Bank Governor John...
Angola Eyes 2.8% Economic Growth Balancing a 2.5% Decline in Oil Production
The World Bank projects Angola's economy to grow by 2.8% this year, a significant increase from last year's 0.8%.
This growth is driven by the...
Record Highs in U.S. Border Migrant Encounters
In fiscal year 2023, US border authorities recorded over 3.2 million interactions with migrants, surpassing previous years' totals.
These encounters have risen from 2.7 million...
The Shift in US Office Spaces: A Historic High in Vacancies
In 2023, the US office market hit a historic vacancy rate of 19.6%, the highest since Moody's Analytics began tracking in the late '70s.
This...