Brazil’s Rousseff Poised to Undertake Reform Effort
Although the pace of regulatory reforms has stalled, there is reason to be optimistic about the president’s efforts.
Nick Ottens
Nick Ottens is a public affairs officer for the Dutch Animal Coalition and a board member for Liberal Green, the sustainability network of the Dutch liberal party VVD. He is a former political risk consultant and a former research manager for XPRIZE, where he designed prize competitions to incentivize breakthrough innovation in agriculture, food and health care. He has also worked as a journalist in Amsterdam, Barcelona and New York for EUobserver, NRC, Trouw, World Politics Review and Wynia’s Week, among others.
Ryan Criticizes Obama Budget, “Ducking Responsibility”
The Republican congressman says the president “isn’t even trying” to meet the nation’s fiscal challenges.
Sarkozy Promises “Strong France,” Calls Rival Liar
The conservative president launches his reelection bid with a promise to strengthen France.
American, British Weapons Still Pour Into Bahrain
The two Western powers have no reason to antagonize their Arab Sunni allies.
Cameron, Merkel Stand By Their Man Sarkozy
The British and German leaders seem to be hoping their French counterpart will win reelection.
France’s Dassault to Sell Fighters to Brazil, India
Two rising powers are likely to buy billions of dollars worth of fighter planes from France’s Dassault Aviation.
Santorum Steals Conservative Thunder from Gingrich
The former Pennsylvania senator emerges as the right-wing alternative to Mitt Romney.
France Aims to Erect Humanitarian Corridors in Syria
The French call for international action in order to allow food and medicine to reach civilians in Syria.
Obama Accuses Chinese of “Unfair Trade Practices”
The president calls for a “level playing field,” but both China and the United States are prone to protectionism.
Defense Chiefs Say Deeper Cuts “Unacceptable”
America’s top military officials warn lawmakers that deeper cuts will hollow out the force.
Iran Implicated in New Delhi Assassination Attempt
It wouldn’t seem to make sense for Iran to orchestrate an attack in the capital of one of the few allies it has left.
Obama Administration Says Time for Austerity Not Now
President Obama’s latest budget proposal necessitates a trillion dollars in borrowing to finance education and job programs.
German Minister Laments Greece’s Broken Promises
Greek promises on austerity are no longer enough to justify continued financial support.
Turkey Has One Big Problem in Neighbor Syria
Turkey can’t stand on the sidelines of the Arab spring but intervening in Syria is risky.
Newt Gingrich Wants to Intervene in Syria Too
The Republican presidential candidate said he was “amazed” that the administration had only just started to consider taking action.