Challenges to American-Mexican Security Cooperation
Rick Perry’s remarks about American military intervention may have strained bilateral relations.
Iran, Russia Obstruct Azerbaijani Gas Exports
Iran and Russia try to hamper Azerbaijan’s gas exploitation in the Caspian Sea. Western powers are tempted to intervene.
New Debit Card Rules Detrimental to Low Incomes
Federal restrictions on the fees that banks can charge for debit card use hurting the people they meant to protect.
Top Republican: China Currency Bill “Dangerous”
House speaker John Boehner is reluctant to condemn China for manipulating its currency.
“Occupy Wall Street” Aimless But Dangerous
The protests that have swept Manhattan’s Financial District have no clear purpose except to rally against “the system.”
Britain’s Labour Party Living in the Past
Ed Miliband claims to represent “new politics” but his class rhetoric suggests otherwise.
Morocco, Saudi Arabia, Arab Spring Models
Morocco and Saudi Arabia may provide a model for other Arab monarchies to cope with civil unrest.
Turkey to Site NATO Missile Shield Radar
Despite domestic and Iranian opposition, the Turks agreed to host part of Europe’s missile defense shield.
Former Businessman Emerges as Republican Contender
A dark horse in the Republican primary contest emerges as a Tea Party favorite.
Radical Imam’s Death a Boost for Yemeni President
Will the killing of AQAP’s most effective propagandist give the embattled Yemeni president more time in the capital?
Rousseff’s Foreign Policy Follows in Lula’s Footsteps
The new president is likely to soldier on in the pragmatic fashion of her predecessor.
The Folly of a Financial Transaction Tax
A bank levy will fail to raise revenue but not before urging companies to move their trades out of Europe.
German Parliament Votes to Expand Euro Rescue Fund
After Austria and Finland, Germany ratifies the expansion of Europe’s bailout fund.
US Concede to Chinese Pressure, Cancel F-16 Sale
The United States watered down an arms deal with Taiwan in an attempt to appease China.
Huge Gasfield Discovered in North West England
Will the environmentalist lobby allow Britain to fully take advantage of its domestic gas reserves?