There are much better terms to describe previously colonized countries. “The Global South” is the most common replacement today. It recognizes that many countries share a history of being colonized and exploited, without suggesting one is better than another. It is not a perfect term either — not every country in the Southern Hemisphere fits perfectly into the mold, but it is a significant improvement.

The problem is not that accurate maps do not exist. The issue is that Western institutions have been slow to adopt them. 

Very frequently, we hear Africa described in the news as poor or underdeveloped. This view is misleading and overlooks a deeper reality. The continent is incredibly rich in resources such as oil, diamonds,...

If I could improve an existing international organization, I would reform the United Nations Security Council. Currently, the five permanent members  — the United States, Russia, China, France and the...