Obama, Romney Unfairly Berate “Unfair” Chinese Trade
Trade successes don’t seem to deter either candidate from chastising the Chinese.
Chinese Military Progress Can Worsen Sea Disputes
Chinese military modernization could undermine maritime conflict resolution efforts.
Iran Strike Could Destabilize Caucasus, Energy Transits
A strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities could have unintended consequences for the Caucasus.
Alliance Looks East: NATO’s Pacific Future
NATO’s future as an actor in Asia is a natural extension of its post Cold War evolution.
The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy of Mitt Romney’s Collapse
The Republican’s response to every campaign crisis only makes him less popular.
Jordan’s Quiet, Growing Role in Syria’s Uprising
Jordan is doing its part to shelter Syrian refugees and aid rebel army forces.
Afghanistan’s Karzai Dismisses Helmand Governor
Gulab Mangal is popular with Western forces but not an asset for Karzai post 2014.
Navy to Invite China to Pacific Rim Exercise
Joint American-Chinese naval exercises could defuse tension, but there are some risks.
Singh, Zardari Deserve Admiration for Détente
The leaders deserve praise for at least keeping India-Pakistan dialogue going.
Perception Gap Between North, South Europe Widening
While the Germans champion austerity, Southern Europeans have had enough already.
Republicans Alarmed by Romney’s China Policy
Party leaders are worried about the candidate’s promise to “crack down” on China.
Qatar, Saudi Arabia Not on Same Page in Syria
The Saudis are arming radical Salafists while Qatar is supporting the Muslim Brotherhood.
Netanyahu’s “Red Lines” Are Unacceptable
Defining limits for Iran’s nuclear program wouldn’t reduce the chance of war at all.
As China Rises, India Intensifies Ties with Maldives
The two South Asian nations pledge to increase cooperation in maritime security.
Jihadist Influx Exacerbates Sectarian Tension in Syria
The presence of foreign Islamist fighters is likely to heighten minority apprehension.