New states in world politics
There have been several new states established in the world in recent years. Here are a few examples:
- South Sudan (2011): South Sudan gained independence from Sudan on July 9, 2011, after a long civil war.
- Kosovo (2008): Kosovo declared independence from Serbia on February 17, 2008, but its status is still disputed by some countries.
- Montenegro (2006): Montenegro declared independence from Serbia and Montenegro on June 3, 2006, and became the 192nd member of the United Nations.
- Timor-Leste (2002): Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, gained independence from Indonesia on May 20, 2002, after a long struggle for independence.
- Eritrea (1993): Eritrea gained independence from Ethiopia on May 24, 1993, after a 30-year struggle for independence.
- Namibia (1990): Namibia gained independence from South Africa on March 21, 1990, after a long struggle for independence led by the South West African People's Organization (SWAPO).
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992): Bosnia and Herzegovina declared independence from Yugoslavia on March 1, 1992, but its independence was recognized only after the end of the Bosnian War in 1995.
- Croatia (1991): Croatia declared independence from Yugoslavia on June 25, 1991, and its independence was recognized in 1992.
- Slovenia (1991): Slovenia declared independence from Yugoslavia on June 25, 1991, and its independence was recognized in 1992.
- Macedonia (1991): Macedonia declared independence from Yugoslavia on September 8, 1991, and its independence was recognized in 1993.
These are just a few examples of new states that have been established in recent years. There may be other states that have been established since then, and there may be other states that are currently seeking independence.