Topic: Mauritania
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China 'buying out' Africa: Top 5 destinations of Chinese money
On a quest to secure raw materials and energy resources to support the exponential growth of its economy, China has become the fastest-growing investor in Africa. Here are the top five destinations of Chinese capital, in order of estimated Chinese investment.
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In Pictures: Space photos of the day 07/19
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In Pictures: Space photos of the day 07/15
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In Pictures: Insect swarms
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Bombing suggests Al Qaeda remains a threat in Algeria
Counterterrorism efforts by the Algerian government and the US are failing to stem terrorism in the region.
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How much of a threat is Al Qaeda in North Africa?
Despite Algerian insurgents' stated intentions to strike in Europe, some officials remain skeptical that an attack outside Africa is possible.
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Briefing: Lessons from past food crises
World leaders gather in Rome Tuesday for a UN food crisis conference. What does history teach about how to handle such shortages?
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Rise in food prices sparks unrest
Sub-Saharan Africa has been particularly hard hit by the rising global food costs.
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Ex-slave works to free others from West African tradition
Boubacar Messaoude is Mauritania's leading antislavery activist
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China's human rights rating upgraded by U.S. State Dept.
It takes the country off the list of worst human rights offenders but still notes serious concerns.
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