Jacey Fortin

Fortin is a world politics reporter with a focus on Africa. She joined the International Business Times in February of 2012, and has previously worked as an editor and reporter for various publications including The Suit Magazine and The Glass Hammer. Fortin is from New Bedford, Mass. and received a B.A. from Northeastern University in Boston.

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The Takeover: China Goes To Middle East, Bringing Lots Of Cash
May 11 2013 11:03 AM

In search of resources and trade options, China has turned to the Middle East, including volatile areas where the West fears to do business.
Syrian Regime Has Used Chemical Weapons: Erdogan
May 09 2013 6:17 PM

Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan said Thursday that the Syrian regime has used chemical weapons, crossing Obama's red line.
Surprise! Africa’s Fastest-Growing Foreign Direct Investor Is Now... Africa
May 08 2013 6:16 AM

Foreign direct investment in Africa is ramping up, but forget China and the West. This growth is intra-continental.
Iranian Quds Forces Export Terrorism To Kenya And Beyond
May 07 2013 8:57 AM

Iranian Quds forces have grown more bold and attacked more places in recent years, from Kenya to Thailand to India.
A Continent Ready For Takeoff, But Only If African Airlines Get Fixed
May 04 2013 9:21 AM

Economic growth is on the upswing in Africa, but it will only continue if the drivers of commerce can take flight.
Dead Dissident Chea Vichea Rises In Cambodia
May 03 2013 8:21 PM

Cambodian union leader Chea Vichea was killed nine years ago. But, today, he's taking an unexpected new stand.
What Would Arming Syria's Rebels Look Like?
May 03 2013 9:04 AM

If U.S. officials decided to arm the Syrian rebels, what sorts of weapons and regulations would be involved?
New Video Shows Nelson Mandela’s Frailty, Outrages South Africans
April 30 2013 11:14 AM

Nelson Mandela looks frail in a new video posted by SABC, and some South Africans have directed their outrage at President Zuma.
Did Nigeria Just Purchase A Shady New Israeli Intelligence Technology System?
April 29 2013 1:24 PM

The system from Israeli firm Elbit could help fight terrorism and cybercrime. Or it could spy on ordinary citizens.
Russia Detains 140 Suspected Muslim Extremists
April 26 2013 1:51 PM

The detention of scores of suspected Muslim extremists in Russia isn't believed to be related to the recent Boston bombings.
For Serbia And Kosovo, Progress And A Pile Of Rocks
April 26 2013 5:44 AM

A preliminary deal among Serbia, Kosovo and the EU makes headway in the dispute over Kosovo sovereignty.
British Fears Of Romanian, Bulgarian Influx Seem Exaggerated
April 24 2013 5:43 AM

A new poll shows that Romanian and Bulgarian citizens aren't exactly banging down the doors to get into the U.K. in 2014, contrary to fears.