Iraq’s Shia Militias an Enduring Threat
Shī’ah militants could disturb Iraq’s fragile political constellation after America leaves.
Analysis
Indo-Maldives Relations Continue to Blossom
Strategic relations have survived political changes and continue to improve.
The Pacific Balance is Shifting in China’s Favor
Hard pressed to defend Taiwan, America must consider retaliatory options.
Singh Asserts Indian Leadership Again
Although he’s perceived as a weak leader at home, Manmohan Singh conducts India’s foreign policy adroitly.
How David Cameron Can Save the Eurozone
If the British leader throws his support behind German rules, France will be isolated.
A Tale of Two Italies
The European debt crisis has exacerbated the north-side divide that has characterized Italy since unification.
Rick Perry, Down Not Out
Despite his lackluster debate performances, the Texas governor is still very much a viable contender for the presidency.
The Hydro Power Boom That Will Power Africa
Africa’s economic prospects are getting brighter as countries work to boost their hydroelectric production.
Russia About to Join WTO, For What?
Will America allow Russia to join the World Trade Organization if it supports tougher sanctions against Iran?
China-Russia Rivalry Will Destroy SCO
The two greater powers of North Asia have no reason to play equals in the region’s cooperation organization.
North Korea Welcomes Great Power Rivalry
The peninsula could succumb to traditional greater power rivalry before democracy has a chance to emerge in the North.
Barack Obama’s Mahanian Approach to Australia
America’s first “Pacific” president would do well to read up on Alfred Mahan’s analysis of balance of power in Asia.
Arab States, West Keeping Boot on Assad’s Neck
Assad’s Syria is more isolated than it’s ever been but real change has got to come from within the country.
Good Morning Vietnam Indeed
The Southeast Asian country is emerging as the ultimate “un-China,” economically vibrant with a huge American diaspora.
Portugal’s Despondency Likely to Endure
Portugal’s economic prospects are dire because the nation’s political system isn’t prepared to reform.