America’s King Coal Hopes to Reign in China
Environmental regulations and a boom in natural gas are destroying the oil industry.
Analysis
Israel Challenges Egypt Over Sinai Security Chaos
Israel had to defend its citizens while avoiding the collapse of the peace treaty with Egypt.
BRICS Expansion Could Produce G20 Minus Seven
Including other rising powers in the bloc could further dilute the BRIC’s usefulness.
Europe’s New Power Couple May Not Be That Powerful
The German and Italian leaders share an appreciation of market reforms but disagree on monetary policy.
Labour: America Shows Fiscal Stimulus Works
The British shadow chancellor urged more deficit spending because it’s supposedly been such a success in America.
Europe’s Age of Austerity Drawing to a Close?
Elections in France and Greece could thwart Europe’s emphasis on fiscal consolidation.
Why There Can’t Be Quiet in the South China Sea
Lack of clarity on borders and disagreements within China make it difficult to cool things down.
No Good Ways Out of Afghanistan
Air and land routes out of the country are either insufficient or troublesome.
Afghanistan Partnership Leaves Many Doubts
President Obama and the American people are ready to get out of Afghanistan.
Vietnam Key to Japan’s Southeast Asia Policy
Relations between Japan and Vietnam are reaching the level of strategic partnership.
Early Election Could Strengthen Netanyahu’s Mandate
The prime minister could run as the defender of Israel before having to deal with the aftermath of an attack.
South Sudan Wants China to Pick Sides in Dispute
South Sudan, a major Chinese oil trading partner, says Beijing’s foreign policy failing.
Shale Gas Search Divides Romania
Unconventional natural gas extraction could decrease Romania’s dependence on Russia.
Diplomatic Crisis Between Iraq, Turkey Deepening
Turkish relations with Iraq’s Kurds and Sunnis anger the Shī’ah government in Baghdad.
Germany Seeks Isolation of Ukraine
German president Joachim Gauck cancels a visit amid growing concern about Ukraine’s former prime minister.