Chinese Premier Talks the Talk, Urges Reform
Wen Jiabao criticized China’s ruling party for abusing its power and failing to root out corruption in the public sector.
The United Nations’ Obsession with Israel
Israel won’t care if the Palestinians attain recognition of statehood at the General Assembly.
George Will: Government by “Experts”
Columnist George Will lambastes the government knows best mentality that seems to define Barack Obama’s government.
Germany’s New Selfish Foreign Policy
The familiar postwar Atlantic order may be upset if Germany pursues a foreign policy that makes sense.
French Socialists Promise Growth, Fiscal Restraint
The left’s presidential candidates tried to convince voters that they will revive economic growth and reduce public expenditures.
The End of American Superpower Isn’t Nigh
The United States is still the world’s predominant economic and military power.
Israeli-Turkish Relations Deteriorate Despite UN Study
Once allies, the nations are at each other’s throats after an international report shared the blame for the flotilla raid.
Republican Hawks Critical of Tea Party Isolationism
Neoconservatives worry that the Republican Party could become isolationist again.
Europe Seeks to Counter Russian Influence in Caspian
European countries pursue a common energy policy in Central Asia on the eve of a major gas find in Azerbaijan.
Rick Perry’s Jobs Record Contested
Other Republican presidential hopefuls took aim at Rick Perry’s record as a jobs creator in Texas where he is governor.
Socialists May Return to Power in Denmark
Denmark’s ruling coalition of conservatives and liberals is likely to be unseated in favor of a left-wing government.
Social Security Comments Won’t Disqualify Perry
Comparing America’s public pension system to a “Ponzi scheme” doesn’t at all diminish the Texas governor’s election prospects.
Anxiety in Iraq Follows Announced US Withdrawal
Iraq is far from stable, yet the United States consider a complete withdrawal.
The Ambiguous War on Terror Continues
Ten years after the attacks of September 11, the War on Terror still rages. Can it ever be won?
Policy Divide Persists Among G7 Nations
Americans urge “unequivocal” support for troubled eurozone nations. Germany insists the priority is austerity.