Geo-World: Conflict & Protest April 2020

Summary

COVID-19 remains in the spotlight. Many European countries, where new cases are declining, have started easing restrictions. In the US, new cases remain stable but the accusation exchange over the pandemic with China continues. The war in Libya and disputes related to Iran have intensified. The UK to initiate trade talks.

Key points

• Key points:
• New cases in many European countries are decreasing, but in some countries new cases are either stable or still increasing.
• The exchange of accusations over the pandemic between the US and China continued during the month.
• Geopolitical issues in the Middle East and North Africa are still tense despite the pandemic. The war in Libya continues and U.S.-Iran dispute is still alive in diplomatic arena.
• U.K. discusses trade deals with the EU and the US.

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