Peña’s Election No Repudiation of Mexico’s Democracy
The Institutional Revolutionary Party’s return to power should not disconcert Mexicans.
Colombia’s Santos Urges American Engagement
The president says “there will be great results” if the United States return to Latin America.
Republican McCain Urges Obama to “Lead” in Syria
The Republican senator argues the United States should spearhead efforts to remove Assad.
Did China Win the Day in Navy Standoff?
China and the Philippines appear to have diffused a crisis in the South China Sea.
Britain, Japan Initiate Bilateral Defense Relations
Britain becomes the first nation after the United States to maintain military relations with Japan.
Kim Jong-un Is Indispensable to North Korean Regime
The regime needs the third Kim to maintain its legitimacy.
Preconditions Not a Hopeful Sign for Nuclear Talks
To keep Iran sitting at the negotiating table, the Security Council must be willing to loosen its demands.
Chinese-Philippine Standoff in South China Sea
The Philippines dispatch more ships to a disputed shoal where they attempted to arrest Chinese fishermen.
Relations with Iran Key to Solving Afghanistan
Iranian mischief in Afghanistan is defensive. It needs to change to end the war successfully.
Putin’s Port Project to Divert Russia Urals Oil to Baltic
Shifting oil transports away from Belarus and Ukraine will afford Russia greater control over costs and delivery.
Japan Ready to Shoot Down North Korean Missile
Tokyo has activated its early warning radar system in anticipation of a satellite launch.
Singh, Zardari Discuss Kashmir, Terrorist Dispute
Although they made no concrete progress, at least the leaders of India and Pakistan are talking.
Europe 2020: Merchandising By Any Other Name
Europe 2020 is not so much a strategy as it is an escape forward; a passing of the hot potato.
Kofi Annan’s Mission Impossible in Syria
International support for his peace plan is just as important for Kofi Annan as the plan itself.
Argentina’s Claim to Falklands a Travesty
Britain can relinquish the Falklands when a majority of Argentinians returns to Spain.
