And, within these militias, splinter groups have emerged, making life very complex and dangerous, especially in a place like Lagos, crammed as it is with migrants from all over the country.

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This can place Bolivia in a very dangerous situation that this tiny and disadvantaged nation that is still struggling to get access to the sea may not be able to afford in the long run.

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But the speech itself was very much on message, a warning that the world is a dangerous place.

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"Of course printing money is going to support asset prices, " but "it's very dangerous" and is not a substitute for trade, tax and regulatory reforms that make America an attractive place for job creation.

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