A drug corridor has formed from the African coast into Europe, coinciding with calls from French officials for expanded military powers.

The entities involved

• Africa →

  continent

  • A report examined tech companies in Nigeria and Egypt, finding that currency depreciation is forcing them to operate across African markets.03:46
  • Construction projects are reported to be growing across the Middle East and Africa.03:03
• Europe →

  terrestrial continent located in north-western Eurasia

  • Political instability affects the broader European context.05:52
  • UK political figures, including Andy Burnham, Mel Stride, Ed Davey, and Rachel Reeves, are discussing economic policy, including tax rises and growth partnerships with Europe.05:32