List of Djibouti articles
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Fisherman near Dubai DP World Djibouti container port
The UAE Faces Pushback on African Investments
Abu Dhabi is investing heavily in ports and land across the continent, but it’s facing public backlash and competition from Beijing.
![A man holds a flag bearing the logo of the Wagner Group as supporters of Niger's coup gather in the capital of Niamey on Aug. 26.]()
A man holds a flag bearing the logo of the Wagner Group as supporters of Niger's coup gather in the capital of Niamey on Aug. 26.
Wagner’s African Hosts Regret Letting Them In
Libyans, among others, are sick of the Russian mercenaries.
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A Chinese container ship is unloaded in the port of Hamburg, Germany, on Oct. 26, 2022.
How China Uses Shipping for Surveillance and Control
Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts.
![A Somali mother and child walk through the Kobe refugee camp near the Ethiopian-Somali border on July 19, 2011.]()
A Somali mother and child walk through the Kobe refugee camp near the Ethiopian-Somali border on July 19, 2011.
Climate Threats Are Multiplying in the Horn of Africa
In a long overdue step, the U.N. Security Council may finally address climate security.
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A Chinese aircraft carrier sails.
Beijing Eyes New Military Bases Across the Indo-Pacific
Tanzania, Cambodia, and the UAE are on China’s wish list—and now Kiribati, within striking distance of Hawaii.
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Local fishermen’s boats moor at Berbera port, in the breakaway territory of Somaliland, on July 21, 2018. (Mustafa Saeed/AFP/Getty Images)
For Somaliland and Djibouti, Will New Friends Bring Benefits?
Interest in the Horn of Africa from foreign powers has always been a double-edged sword.
![U.S. Army Brig. Gen. William Zana, left, greets then-U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on March 9, 2018. (Jonathan Ernst/AFP/Getty Images)]()
U.S. Army Brig. Gen. William Zana, left, greets then-U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, on March 9, 2018. (Jonathan Ernst/AFP/Getty Images)
U.S. Developing Supply Route Along Dangerous Stretch From Djibouti to Somalia
The project is part of a broader military entrenchment in Africa.
![People's Liberation Army personnel attending the opening ceremony of China's new military base in Djibouti. (STR/AFP/Getty Images)]()
People's Liberation Army personnel attending the opening ceremony of China's new military base in Djibouti. (STR/AFP/Getty Images)
Will Djibouti Become Latest Country to Fall Into China’s Debt Trap?
The African country houses a key U.S. military base, making it a particular concern for Washington.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Oct. 25, 2017. (Lintao Zhang/Getty Images)
Xi’s Long March on American Democracy
The United States can’t sit back and watch as China quietly colonizes the West.
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Washington’s Closest Ally on the Horn of Africa Has a Terrible Human Rights Record
Tiny Djibouti is a key U.S. ally in the “war on terror.” But that doesn’t mean Washington should stay silent on its abuses.
![Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir stands on a pick-up truck during a campaign rally for the upcoming presidential elections in El-Fasher, in North Darfur, on April 8, 2015. Sudanese go to the polls on April 13 in legislative and presidential elections widely expected to return Omar al-Bashir to power for another five years. AFP PHOTO / ASHRAF SHAZLY (Photo credit should read ASHRAF SHAZLY/AFP/Getty Images)]()
Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir stands on a pick-up truck during a campaign rally for the upcoming presidential elections in El-Fasher, in North Darfur, on April 8, 2015. Sudanese go to the polls on April 13 in legislative and presidential elections widely expected to return Omar al-Bashir to power for another five years. AFP PHOTO / ASHRAF SHAZLY (Photo credit should read ASHRAF SHAZLY/AFP/Getty Images)
Exclusive: The International Criminal Court Really Wishes Djibouti Had Arrested an Accused War Criminal
American diplomats stayed away form Bashir, State Dept. claims.
![Chinese sailors stand onboard a frigate berthed in Shanghai on September 22, 2011. The Chinese navy is playing a key role in Beijing's move to become a major global military power, as demonstrated by the recent release of the first Chinese aircraft carrier. AFP PHOTO/GUILLAUME KLEIN (Photo credit should read GUILLAUME KLEIN/AFP/Getty Images)]()
Chinese sailors stand onboard a frigate berthed in Shanghai on September 22, 2011. The Chinese navy is playing a key role in Beijing's move to become a major global military power, as demonstrated by the recent release of the first Chinese aircraft carrier. AFP PHOTO/GUILLAUME KLEIN (Photo credit should read GUILLAUME KLEIN/AFP/Getty Images)
China Setting up Shop Next to Key U.S. Drone Base in Africa
Beijing making significant investments in Djibouti’s port facilities
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Meet America’s China-Cozying, Rights-Abusing Ally in the Horn of Africa
The United States is ignoring Djibouti's human rights abuses and a growing ties with China to fly drones in Africa.
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The UAE Faces Pushback on African Investments
Abu Dhabi is investing heavily in ports and land across the continent, but it’s facing public backlash and competition from Beijing.
Wagner’s African Hosts Regret Letting Them In
Libyans, among others, are sick of the Russian mercenaries.
How China Uses Shipping for Surveillance and Control
Beijing’s global maritime operations double as intelligence-gathering outposts.
Climate Threats Are Multiplying in the Horn of Africa
In a long overdue step, the U.N. Security Council may finally address climate security.
Beijing Eyes New Military Bases Across the Indo-Pacific
Tanzania, Cambodia, and the UAE are on China’s wish list—and now Kiribati, within striking distance of Hawaii.
For Somaliland and Djibouti, Will New Friends Bring Benefits?
Interest in the Horn of Africa from foreign powers has always been a double-edged sword.
U.S. Developing Supply Route Along Dangerous Stretch From Djibouti to Somalia
The project is part of a broader military entrenchment in Africa.
Will Djibouti Become Latest Country to Fall Into China’s Debt Trap?
The African country houses a key U.S. military base, making it a particular concern for Washington.
Xi’s Long March on American Democracy
The United States can’t sit back and watch as China quietly colonizes the West.
Washington’s Closest Ally on the Horn of Africa Has a Terrible Human Rights Record
Tiny Djibouti is a key U.S. ally in the “war on terror.” But that doesn’t mean Washington should stay silent on its abuses.
Exclusive: The International Criminal Court Really Wishes Djibouti Had Arrested an Accused War Criminal
American diplomats stayed away form Bashir, State Dept. claims.
China Setting up Shop Next to Key U.S. Drone Base in Africa
Beijing making significant investments in Djibouti’s port facilities
Meet America’s China-Cozying, Rights-Abusing Ally in the Horn of Africa
The United States is ignoring Djibouti's human rights abuses and a growing ties with China to fly drones in Africa.
