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Fact or Fiction: Is Chinaā€™s Holding of US Debt a Source of Leverage?

Dec. 29, 2016 Beijing faces a number of constraints.

2016 Forecast Year-End Report Card

Dec. 22, 2016 As the year comes to an close, weĀ examine how our forecast for 2016 fared.

The Balance of Weakness in the Syrian Civil War

Dec. 15, 2016 We examine the three main actors that control territory in Syria.

Trump Turns the Tables on China

Dec. 8, 2016Ā China must have access to U.S. consumer markets, and Donald Trump knows it.

The Fallout from Saudi Arabiaā€™s Economic Downslide

Dec. 1, 2016Ā The kingdom could face challenges due to economic strains and plunging oil prices.

The Heart of the US-Mexico Borderland

Nov. 25, 2016Ā Looking at the evolution of Texas as a borderland reveals underlying tensions between the two countries.

Egypt as a Regional Non-Power

Nov. 16, 2016 Domestic political and economic problems have constrained the country’s influence overĀ other Arab states.

Trump and the Future of US Foreign Policy

Nov. 11, 2016Ā Will the new president change the U.S.ā€™ trajectory?

No Quick Fixes for South Koreaā€™s Economic Woes

Nov. 3, 2016Ā The countryā€™s export-driven economy is straining to adapt.

The Battle for Mosul: Current Tactics, Future Fallout

Oct. 27, 2016Ā The Islamic State faces the possibility of losing its largest stronghold in Iraq.

What to Expect from Brazilā€™s Economic Recovery

Oct. 20, 2016Ā The government is introducing reforms to attract investment.

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