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. 

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

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

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

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

Each Friday, I look at what the presidential contenders are saying about foreign policy. This Week: China’s effort to solve its economic woes by doubling down on exports is creating a policy challeng…

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

More than a mere automobile, the sport utility vehicle (SUV) in Nigeria is rich in social meaning.

In assessing Chad’s upcoming elections, the junta’s actions should speak louder than their words.    

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