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On Sunday, voters in Romania will head to the polls for the second time in just six months to elect a new president. This repeat election follows a tumultuous political landscape and a significant decision made by Romania's constitutional court last December, which annulled the previous vote due to alleged campaign irregularities. The central figure in this heated debate is Călin Georgescu, a candidate who unexpectedly topped the first round of the November election. As a 62-year-old engineer and professor, Georgescu…

Somalia: The Federal Government Must Respect the Constitution, Says Northeastern State BOSASO, Somalia - The sun rose over Bosaso, casting long shadows that mimicked the growing divide between Northeastern State and the Somali federal government. The regional leader, Said Abdullahi Deni, stood firm, echoing a sentiment that resonates across the arid lands of Northeastern State: until honest dialogue is embraced, their stance on sovereignty will remain unchanged. In his voice, a blend of resilience and hope.…

FILE - Inside the Parliament House in Mogadishu, Somali Federal Parliament members gather. Parliament plays a pivotal role in promoting good governance, accountability, and democratic ideals in Somalia.  Introduction When envisioning good governance, images of democracy, the rule of law, and visionary leadership come to mind. The term “governance” takes its roots from ancient Greek ideas, picked up from Latin origins meaning “to steer,” and passed along by the French. John Locke, back in the 17th century, dished out…