Monday, January 12, 2026, 13:10 (GMT+7)

From the August Revolution to National Day, 2 September - an irreversible tide of justice

From the August Revolution to National Day, 2 September - an irreversible tide of justice

Friday, August 29, 2025, 14:23 (GMT+7)
Following the path opened by the August Revolution, we must continue to foster the will of self-reliance and self-strengthening, kindle the aspiration for development, make the very best use of every opportunity and resolutely fend off risks. Under the Party’s leadership, with the entire people and the entire army united as one, we shall write new glorious pages of history and lead the country steadily into an era of prosperity, happiness, affluence and strength.

The foudation of Mali – Burkina Faso – Niger Federation and influence on regional security

The foudation of Mali – Burkina Faso – Niger Federation and influence on regional security

Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 16:21 (GMT+7)
Whether the foundation of AES will bring about much-needed security for economic development and people’s better life in the three countries and the Federation as expected or is only a domino effect remains an unanswered question.

Wave of coups in Africa - causes and consequences

Wave of coups in Africa - causes and consequences

Friday, November 17, 2023, 08:11 (GMT+7)
The two overthrows in Niger and Gabon also continued a dangerous wave of coups in Africa with many serious consequences. First of all, mutinies have weakened democratic institutions on the continent. Many civilian governments, including many elected leaders, have been overthrown by military forces, leading to political and social unrest. Coups also erode people's trust in institutions leading to increased conflict and violence, especially between groups supporting and opposing the interim government. This further complicates the already weak security situation and deepens divisions in the society.

A full-blown crisis in Libya

A full-blown crisis in Libya

Friday, May 27, 2022, 08:02 (GMT+7)
After over 10 years of regime change, deep division, factions in the armed forces, police, the state institutions etc. have become an ingrained disease of this North African country. It might take ages for this economic potential country to heal the consequences of the “Arab Spring” and establish peace and stability.

Rejecting achievements of the August Revolution of 1945: An increasingly old-fashioned allegation

Rejecting achievements of the August Revolution of 1945: An increasingly old-fashioned allegation

Saturday, September 11, 2021, 15:50 (GMT+7)
Fruits of the August Revolution of 1945 not only resulted from utmost efforts of our people and Party but were also recognised by the international community and even governments of our former foes. Still, there are old-fashioned allegations denying our achievements

Geopolitical impacts caused by the recent wars in Iraq

Geopolitical impacts caused by the recent wars in Iraq

Thursday, October 16, 2014, 10:55 (GMT+7)
The world, in past June, saw one more war in Iraq which started with massive offensive operations by the jihad organisation called “Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant” (ISIL) that rocked the Iraqi government. This is the third war taking place in Iraq within more than two decades, all of them cause considerable geopolitical impacts

Ten major global military and defence events in 2025
In 2025, the world continued to witness intense strategic competition among major powers, an increasing tendency to address issues through escalation and the use of force, along with prolonged and expanding military conflicts in many regions. Nevertheless, peace, cooperation, and development remain the major trends and shared goals. To provide a comprehensive overview, the National Defence Journal compiles and presents ten major military and defence events worldwide in 2025