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Daily Memo: EU Reforms, the Mexican Economy, Turkey’s Balancing Act

Germany and France propose talks on the future of the EU, and Mexico prepares for a tough road ahead.

Israel and the Emerging Crisis of the Secular and the Religious

Elections normally don’t interest us at Geopolitical Futures. The passage of personalities who preside over the realities of a nation does not usually affect...

Daily Memo: Democracy in Hong Kong, Attacks in Yemen, Leaks in China

Hong Kongers head to the polls while China tries to discredit another embarrassing exposé.

The Revolution in Military Affairs

The concept is becoming relevant once again.

Natural Gas Cooperation in the Eastern Med

Regional states have formed a coordination forum.

Daily Memo: South Korea and Japan, the US in the South China Sea, Israel in Chaos

South Korea stalls on pulling out of an agreement with Japan, and the U.S. conducts freedom of navigation operations in disputed waters.

The Winners and Losers in the 2020 EU Budget

EU members are split over contributions and spending.

Daily Memo: Iran Protests Fade, NATO Members Talk, Hong Kong’s Status Uncertain

Iran appears to have shut down protests over a fuel price hike, and Germany proposes more talk to mend fences in NATO.

Daily Memo: Poland’s Economic Plans, India’s Economic Woes, Estonia’s Defense Concerns

India and Poland take different approaches to bad economic news.

North Korea Would Like Your Attention

Pyongyang has set a deadline. Does it really mean anything?

What We’re Reading: The Bin Ladens and the Bees

Weekly reviews of what's on our bookshelves.

Daily Memo: Pakistan and Iran, the US and South Korea, Russia and Turkey

Pakistan's army chief meets with the Iranian president, and the U.S. walks out on talks with South Korea.

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