governance
Former Footballer Vega Announces FIFA Presidential Bid
Ramon Vega, former Swiss defender and Tottenham player, announced his candidacy for FIFA president against incumbent Gianni Infantino. Vega promises reform and restoration of institutional credibility.
Pakistan's Dual Nationality Ban for Central Bank Criticized
An opinion piece criticizes Pakistan's 2022 amendment to the State Bank Act that bars dual nationals from serving as SBP governor or on its Monetary Policy Committee. The author argues the restriction limits access to competent, internationally experienced leaders and is not applied to other civil service positions.
FIFA Allowed Ineligible DRC Goalkeeper in World Cup
FIFA officials determined a Democratic Republic of Congo goalkeeper lacked required documentation but permitted him to compete in the World Cup anyway. The lapse raises questions about FIFA's regulatory oversight.
Dutch Citizen Becomes Sudan Parallel Government Minister
Osama Said, a Sudanese-Dutch jurist, was appointed Justice Minister of Tasis, a controversial parallel government established by the paramilitare Rapid Support Forces in Sudan. The RSF is accused of genocide in the ongoing conflict.