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Exclusive: Former Iraqi president picked to lead UN Refugee Agency

By Colum Lynch 12 December 2025

Barham Salih's appointment breaks the tradition of European leadership of the world's premier refugee outfit.

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Can the US-Africa trade program AGOA be resurrected?

11 December 2025

AGOA expired Sept. 30, but the House Ways and Means Committee approved a three-year extension on Wednesday. The bill still faces some hurdles, but there is hope for the trade program that has garnered bipartisan support.

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The top global development employers in Haiti in 2025

11 December 2025

Devex takes a look at the top global development employers in Haiti, based on who has been hiring in 2025.

The Future of Global Health

Rapid US health deals spark concerns over lack of public consultation

10 December 2025

Many are concerned that the State Department is signing these agreements with countries too fast and without public participation.

Global Development

A look at Kenya’s new deals with the US, and the latest on food aid cuts

10 December 2025

For the latest episode of our podcast series, Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Sara Jerving and Ayenat Mersie to discuss this week’s top global development stories.

Career

10 resolutions to kick-start your job search in the new year

10 December 2025

From setting daily goals to nurturing meaningful connections and focusing on transferable skills that can be applied to new roles or sectors, here are 10 resolutions to help you start your job search afresh in the new year.

Global health

Child deaths rise in historic reversal, Gates Foundation reveals

10 December 2025

An estimated 4.8 million children are expected to die before their 5th birthday this year — 200,000 more than last year. The increase comes amid steep cuts to global health funding.

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