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Journey to Europe: Welcome to Czechia

April 21, 2016Ā The Czech Republic’s latest metamorphosis won’t be able to save it from its geopolitical fate.

Journey to Europe: The Ongoing Romanian Revolution

April 20, 2016Ā The people are still determining the lives they want to lead and the way the government should rule.

Journey to Europe: Visiting Romania

April 19, 2016Ā Despite a lack of fanfare, the United States’ relationship with Romania has become quite strong.

Journey to Europe: The Perspective of the Apprentice

April 18, 2016Ā While attending a conference in Slovakia, our director of analysis reflects on the future.

A Grain of Salt for China’s Export Growth

April 15, 2016Ā Recently released data has been celebrated, despite explaining little about the Chinese economy.

Europe, Islam and Radical Secularism

April 14, 2016Ā Post-Enlightenment Europe has replaced its Christian values with secular ones.

Journey to Europe: Thinking About Gagarin

April 13, 2016 The Cold War space race was as much about competition as it was self-doubt.

Journey to Europe:Ā Preparation

April 12, 2016Ā Geopolitics dictates that history takes shape regardless of opinions or intentions.

France Confronts Germany on Defense

April 8, 2016Ā The two countries have diverging views on boosting their military efforts.

Lincoln, Brexit and Geopolitics

April 7, 2016Ā UnderstandingĀ a nation’s strategy requires an unbiased view of its objectives and constraints.

The Old Islamic State Versus the New

April 6, 2016Ā Outside of Syria and Iraq, the threat of IS is most potent in Saudi Arabia.

Erdoğan’s Not Mad, He’s Ruthless

April 5, 2016Ā The dynamics of the Turkish president’s visit to the U.S. underscore Turkey’s current geopolitical position.

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