The murder of Marielle Franco reveals the interdependencies between the Brazilian political system and organized crime. In the Interview with sociologist Daniel Hirata we find out more about the militias in Rio de Janeiro and their links to the government.

Questions remain in Brazil after former President Jair Bolsonaro's supporters stormed the federal government's buildings on January 8.

The 18th G20 Leaders’ Summit, under India’s Presidency, achieved a surprising consensus with the New Delhi Declaration despite global tensions. India’s "omni-alignment" diplomacy played a crucial role in this diplomatic success. The key question remains: how well do the G20’s decisions address the urgent issues facing people and the planet?