Democrats Want More Borrowing, No Cuts
Democrats accuse Republicans of holding the financial credibility of the United States hostage.
Careful Balancing Act for Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia seeks an American presence to balance against China but does not want to antagonize it either.
Greece Edging Closer to Default, Eurozone Exit
Leaving the currency union wouldn’t make things easier for them, but Greeks are increasingly likely to try.
Ukraine Urges Europe Not to Draw “Iron Curtain” Around It
Ukraine hopes to increase its domestic gas production in order wean itself of Russian influence.
Time for Compromise on Trans Caspian Pipeline
Wikistrat analysts say the time is ripe for an energy deal between Europe and Russia on Caspian Sea exports.
Far Left Risks Greece’s Expulsion from Eurozone
Leftists’ refusal to meet the conditions of Greece’s bailouts puts its future in the euro at risk.
Gulf States Delay Plans for Closer Arabian Union
Wary of Saudi domination, the smaller nations in the Gulf Cooperation Council delay plans for closer political integration.
House of Lords Reform Threatens to Split Coalition
Liberal Democrats want an elected second chamber. Conservatives are critical of reform.
Expanded Coalition Gives Netanyahu More Leeway
The prime minister has an opportunity to show more flexibility toward the Palestinians.
Merkel, Rehn Warn Against “Debt Fueled” Growth
The German chancellor and Europe’s top economic official caution against more borrowing.
Beyond the Reset: Reverse “Nixon Goes to China”
Ensconcing Russia in the West would enable America to balance against China’s rise.
UK Independence Party Appeals to Right-Wing Voters
The Euroskeptic party’s support is growing. It might finally break through nationally.
Greece Fails to Put Together New Government
Talks to form a new coalition collapse less than a week after elections.
Democrats Try to Frame Election as Vote on Equality
Barack Obama’s party knows it cannot win on the economy, so it’s changing the conversation.
ASEAN Takes Step to Enhance Economic Integration
The countries of East and Southeast Asia try to shield their economies from the problems in the West.