Oil Dependence Puts Mexico’s Energy Security at Risk
Mexico is losing sight of other natural riches that could improve its energy independence.
Ireland’s Left Benefits from Growing Austerity Fatigue
Sinn Féin is on the rise as the Irish prepare for a referendum on what it calls Europe’s “austerity treaty.”
Iraq Warns Turkey Over Kurdistan Pipeline Deal
Baghdad opposes Kurdish plans to trade oil and gas. Turkey welcomes them.
German Politicians, Public Strongly Against Eurobonds
Merkel insists that it “makes no sense” to jointly issue sovereign bonds in the eurozone.
Dempsey Considering “Military Option” in Syria
He cautioned against it three months ago.
Shafik Seeks to Claim Mantle of Egypt’s Revolution
A former Mubarak minister is secular voters’ only hope of preventing an Islamist takeover.
French Army to End Afghanistan Operations
New president François Hollande’s promises to withdraw his troops from Afghanistan.
Panetta: “Plans” Ready to Stop Iran’s Nuclear Program
The defense chief confirms plans have been drawn up to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
China’s Reformers Close Ranks, Bo’s Legacy Endures
President Hu Jintao insists that Bo Xilai’s ousting was an “isolated case,” but start ideological differences certainly remain.
Serbia’s Nikolić Sees “Uncertain” Path to Joining Europe
The nationalist leader made his first foreign trip as president to Moscow.
A Precedent-Setting Sale in the Taiwan Straits
If lawmakers agree that Taiwan’s situation is dire, arms sales could bring its capabilities on par with China’s.
In Egypt, “The Revolution Has Ended”
Islamists and a former member of Mubarak’s regime compete for the presidency.
American Drone Strikes Increase, Yemen on the Brink
Yemeni forces are taking to the fight to Al Qaeda, backed up by American drones.
British Recession Deepens, Pressure on Coalition Mounts
Conservatives cannot keep hiding behind their Liberal Democratic coalition partners.
Turkmenistan Finally Puts the “T” in TAPI
Many obstacles remain to the construction of an India-Turkmenistan gas pipeline.