Tag: International Institute for Strategic Studies

• Saturday, September 29th 2012 - 09:53 UTC

  Falklands’ lawmaker anticipates cracks in Argentina’s blockade of the Islands

  

  Lawmaker Jan Check is “cautiously optimistic” about the future of the Falkland Islands despite Argentina’s blockade and attempts to wreck the Islands economy, but if development continues to thrive, some neighbours will think twice before continuing to support the aggressive policy of President Cristina Fernandez towards the disputed South Atlantic Islands.

• Wednesday, May 11th 2011 - 08:10 UTC

  IISS: cross-border sanctuaries have been key for the survival of Colombia’s FARC

  

  The ability of Colombia’s largest insurgent group, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia – People’s Army (FARC), to rely on cross-border sanctuaries has long been key to its survival, according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

• Saturday, May 15th 2010 - 04:04 UTC

  Russia Ratifies Interest in Latam; Plans for Nuclear Power and Military Sales

  

  Russia is planning to strengthen its relations with 61 countries worldwide, including Chile. It is exploring options in Latin America for the development of nuclear power and military sales, a document from its ministry of foreign affairs stated this week.