China, Europe Resolve Solar Panel Imports Dispute
China will be able to continue to sell its solar panels cheaply but won’t be allowed more than half a market share.
Europe
Coalition Could Stay in Power After Next British Election
Few Conservatives and Liberal Democrats would like it but they might not have much of a choice.
Portuguese President’s Political Intervention Useless
The president finally accepts a cabinet reshuffle that could have ended the crisis two weeks ago.
France’s Hollande Unlikely to Reform Pensions
The president can ill afford to alienate his own base by proposing sweeping changes to the nation’s pension system.
Cameron Urges Support for Moderate Syrian Rebels
Radical Islamists should not deter the West from backing rebels that want a democratic Syria.
Portuguese Party Talks Break Down After President’s Intervention
The ruling right-wing parties are unable to form a “national salvation” pact with the opposition Socialists.
American, British Army Chiefs Pessimistic About Syrian Rebels
America’s and Britain’s top military officials fear the tide in Syria’s civil war is shifting in the regime’s favor.
Britain Seen Backpedaling on Military Aid for Syrian Rebels
The UK has abandoned plans to arm the rebels fighting Bashar al-Assad.
American Forces No Longer in Europe to Defend Europe
A robust troop presence in Europe allows America to respond rapidly to threats on the continent’s periphery.
Italy’s Letta Signals Support for Britain’s European Reform Effort
The Italian prime minister agrees the EU needs to change.
Hollande, Rajoy Claim French, Spanish Economies Recovering
Leaders insist things are looking up, but neither the French nor the Spanish economy is ready to recover.
Scotland May Not Fare Better Outside United Kingdom
It is doubtful whether the Scottish economy would do better independently. Young Scotsmen seem to agree.
Outside NATO, Ukraine Could Be Valuable Security Partner
Ukraine’s armed forces can make significant contributions to international operations.
Portugal’s President Suggests Early Elections, Deepens Political Crisis
Rather than supporting a cabinet reshuffle, Aníbal Cavaco Silva urges a broader political agreement.
Britain’s Labour Considers Severing Ties with Unions
Ed Miliband’s reforms put £8 million in union contributions at risk.