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Understanding Peace Talks

Jan. 23, 2017 Few formal peace negotiations actually lead to peace.

China’s Limits in the Indo-Pacific

Jan. 20, 2017 Taking stock of competition between India, China and the U.S. in the Indian Ocean.

Something’s Got to Give in Venezuela

Jan. 19, 2017 The government will reach a breaking point this year.

Duterte and the Philippines: No Pivot to China Just Yet

Jan. 19, 2017 Beijing is courting the Philippines president, but the U.S. has the upper hand.

NATO and the United States

Jan. 18, 2017 The president-elect has pointed out a reality many choose to ignore.

Russia’s View of Afghanistan and the Taliban

Jan. 18, 2017 Improving relations with the Taliban gives Moscow the ability to increase its bargaining position in dealings with Washington.

China’s Corporate Debt Struggles Continue

Jan. 17, 2017 Beijing wants to solve its corporate debt problem using free market principles.

Russian Blackmail and Donald Trump

Jan. 16, 2017 Was a memo by former MI6 operative Christopher Steele cover for something deeper?

Europe: The Process of Change Continues

Jan. 16, 2017 How will the Continent deal with its biggest challenges in 2017?

The Lira’s Fall and Turkey’s Rise

Jan. 13, 2017 The country’s currency struggle is a bump in the road.

One Belt, One Road, No Dice

Jan. 12, 2017 China’s ambitious infrastructure plans have a long way to go to become a game-changer.

The Real Goal Behind India’s Economic Reforms

Jan. 12, 2017 The prime minister’s decision to demonetize India’s currency is as much about centralizing power as economic reform.

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