Bo’s Purge an Opportunity for China’s Modernizers
The ouster of Chongqing party chief Bo Xilai gives Premier Wen Jiabao and his allies a chance to sideline hardliners.
Iran Denounces US-Afghan Strategic Partnership
The Iranians see America’s military presence in the region as part of an effort to encircle them.
After Local Elections, Italians Seek Room for Stimulus
The parties that support Mario Monti lose support in local elections. Italians are tired of austerity.
America’s King Coal Hopes to Reign in China
Environmental regulations and a boom in natural gas are destroying the oil industry.
Israel Challenges Egypt Over Sinai Security Chaos
Israel had to defend its citizens while avoiding the collapse of the peace treaty with Egypt.
BRICS Expansion Could Produce G20 Minus Seven
Including other rising powers in the bloc could further dilute the BRIC’s usefulness.
Europe’s New Power Couple May Not Be That Powerful
The German and Italian leaders share an appreciation of market reforms but disagree on monetary policy.
Labour: America Shows Fiscal Stimulus Works
The British shadow chancellor urged more deficit spending because it’s supposedly been such a success in America.
Obama, Romney Tied in Election Swing States
Neither candidate has taken a clear lead in the states that will decide the election.
Europe’s Age of Austerity Drawing to a Close?
Elections in France and Greece could thwart Europe’s emphasis on fiscal consolidation.
Why There Can’t Be Quiet in the South China Sea
Lack of clarity on borders and disagreements within China make it difficult to cool things down.
No Good Ways Out of Afghanistan
Air and land routes out of the country are either insufficient or troublesome.
North Korea Ready for Third Nuclear Test
Kim Jong-un failed to pay Beijing the reverence it has become accustomed to.
Afghanistan Partnership Leaves Many Doubts
President Obama and the American people are ready to get out of Afghanistan.
Sarkozy’s Final Pitch: “We Don’t Want Socialism”
The French president calls his challenger’s economic plan one of “crazy overspending.”