Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers March 30 to April 5. 

The highlights from Kishida Fumio's busy week in Washington.

Adolescence is one of the most formative periods in a girl’s life.

As the Myanmar military faces a record level of defections, its control of the country looks increasingly tenuous.

American lawmakers look increasingly willing to ban the popular app TikTok due to its parent company’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party.

Nigeria needs a change of direction, not a change of government.  

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party has performed well in Pakistan’s election despite the electoral deck being stacked against it.

India has one of the world’s largest youth populations. This trend is an asset as long as young people can receive an education and develop their skills.

Election day in Pakistan was marred by internet blackouts and suspended mobile phone service.