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Xi’s Strong Control Over a Weak Economy

June 16, 2016 The anti-corruption campaign expands to politicians’ families as the yuan takes a dip.

Facing Some Truths Behind the Florida Massacre

June 15, 2016 In confronting terrorism, the U.S. needs to decide whether it is at war and who the enemy is.

China’s Successors: The Manufacturing Migration

June 15, 2016 New countries are inheriting the role of the once-dominant basic manufacturing powerhouse.

The Trouble with Ending Wars

June 14, 2016 Today’s U.S. deployments in the Middle East look similar to those in 1972 Vietnam.

US Negotiators Race Against Time

June 13, 2016 The Obama administration wants to get an agreement on Ukraine before the November elections.

Central Asia: The Next Region to Unravel

June 10, 2016 The instability in Kazakhstan in recent weeks could spread throughout the region.

The US’ Distinct Approach to China and India

June 9, 2016 The two most populous nations have very different relationships with the United States.

Turkey’s Shifting Policy on Syria

June 8, 2016 Over the past few days, Ankara has seemed to relax its stance on Syrian Kurds.

The Future of the Islamic State and Its Caliphate

June 8, 2016 The Islamic State is under pressure in Iraq and Syria, but its opponents also face great challenges.

The Forgotten Legacy of the Six-Day War

June 7, 2016  Israel’s belief in its military invincibility might be its downfall.

Why Russia Is Boosting Defenses on Its Western Borders

June 6, 2016 As negotiations over Ukraine continue, Moscow is sending a message to the West.

Update on Major Forecasts

June 6, 2016 Developments in Germany, China and Kazakhstan indicate our forecast is on track.

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