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African National Congress (ANC):

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founded in 1912,
at first was focused on civil rights for black South Africans, later became a leading force against apartheid
began to evolve into the ruling party post-1994.

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Afrikaner:

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A South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers in the 17th century, associated with the development and enforcement of apartheid policies.

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Ali Jinnah:

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Founder of Pakistan and leader of the All-India Muslim League,
instrumental in the partition of India and the establishment of a separate Muslim state in 1947.

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Anwar al-Sadat:

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President of Egypt from 1970 to 1981,
known for initiating peace with Israel through the Camp David Accords and for economic reforms
assassinated for his policies.

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Apartheid:

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A system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa against Black people from 1948 to 1994, enforcing white minority rule.

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Arab League:

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regional organization of Arab countries established in 1945
promoted political, economic, and cultural cooperation among its members.

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Arab Nationalism:

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A political and cultural ideology emphasizing unity and independence of Arab peoples and nations from Western domination.

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ASEAN:

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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, established in 1967, promoting economic growth, regional stability, and political cooperation among member states.

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Augusto Pinochet:

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Military dictator of Chile from 1973 to 1990, known for economic reforms and widespread human rights abuses during his rule.

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Ayatollah Khomeini:

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Iranian religious leader and revolutionary
led the 1979 Iranian Revolution,
established the Islamic Republic of Iran.

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