G8 Leaders Prepare to Team Up on Germany’s Merkel
Other industrialized nations have grown weary of austerity. The German chancellor finds herself without allies at Camp David.
Analysis
Greek Euro Exit Would Prompt Geopolitical Realignment
Abandoned by Europe, Greece may be tempted to deepen its ties with Israel and Russia.
South Sudan Wants More Money from Beijing
The government in Juba complains that Chinese promises of aid aren’t being kept.
Careful Balancing Act for Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia seeks an American presence to balance against China but does not want to antagonize it either.
Greece Edging Closer to Default, Eurozone Exit
Leaving the currency union wouldn’t make things easier for them, but Greeks are increasingly likely to try.
Ukraine Urges Europe Not to Draw “Iron Curtain” Around It
Ukraine hopes to increase its domestic gas production in order wean itself of Russian influence.
Time for Compromise on Trans Caspian Pipeline
Wikistrat analysts say the time is ripe for an energy deal between Europe and Russia on Caspian Sea exports.
Far Left Risks Greece’s Expulsion from Eurozone
Leftists’ refusal to meet the conditions of Greece’s bailouts puts its future in the euro at risk.
Gulf States Delay Plans for Closer Arabian Union
Wary of Saudi domination, the smaller nations in the Gulf Cooperation Council delay plans for closer political integration.
House of Lords Reform Threatens to Split Coalition
Liberal Democrats want an elected second chamber. Conservatives are critical of reform.
Expanded Coalition Gives Netanyahu More Leeway
The prime minister has an opportunity to show more flexibility toward the Palestinians.
UK Independence Party Appeals to Right-Wing Voters
The Euroskeptic party’s support is growing. It might finally break through nationally.
Democrats Try to Frame Election as Vote on Equality
Barack Obama’s party knows it cannot win on the economy, so it’s changing the conversation.
Bo’s Purge an Opportunity for China’s Modernizers
The ouster of Chongqing party chief Bo Xilai gives Premier Wen Jiabao and his allies a chance to sideline hardliners.
After Local Elections, Italians Seek Room for Stimulus
The parties that support Mario Monti lose support in local elections. Italians are tired of austerity.