Gains in Afghanistan “Fragile and Reversible”
Progress in Afghanistan can be undermined as long as safe havens exist for insurgents across the border in Pakistan.
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How Turkey Could Ruin the Missile Shield
Now Obama has finally assured Moscow that the European missile shield isn’t aimed at them, Turkey threatens to spoil everything.
Obama’s New Deal To Israel
Israel gets $3 billion in fighter planes, while Washington gets ninety days to make something happen in the peace process.
America Starts Talking About Spending Cuts
Americans may need to brace for austerity, but lawmakers are reluctant to endorse deep spending cuts.
Pacific Leaders Promise to Boost Free Trade
Despite currency wars and trade imbalances, Asian leaders pledge to fight protectionism.
G20 Unable to Agree to Balancing of Trade
G20 leaders failed to reach agreement on balancing the world recovery in Seoul but did attest their commitment to cooperation.
Obama’s India Visit Overlooks Geopolitics
Obama’s India trip may have been a diplomatic success but there’s more to international relations than diplomacy.
In India, Then Onto Indonesia
The president’s Asia trip is an excellent opportunity to reassert America’s image and leadership in that part of the world.
Obama Calls for Closer Business Ties in India
The president says increasing commerce between India and the United States is a “win win” for both.
A Quick Reaction on the Midterms
A Republican majority in the House can both hurt and help Barack Obama’s foreign policy.
Putting America to Work Hasn’t Worked
In spite of billions of dollars in stimulus spending, American infrastructure hasn’t much improved while unemployment in construction remains high.
Obama’s Passage to India
President Obama has to alleviate uncertainty among India’s leadership about his commitment to greatening their role on the world stage.
Democrats Confounded by Voter Frustration
Americans are unable to “think clearly” in a recession, says President Barack Obama.
Why India Hasn’t Embraced Obama
Although the administration was initially welcomed in Delhi, its ambiguous commitment to Afghanistan and relations with China have caused concern.
Gone in Two Years?
President Obama is unpopular and could face difficulty if he seeks reelection in 2012.