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Obama and the European Union

April 27, 2016 Keeping the EU together is in the United States’ interest, but it doesn’t have the means or ability to do so.

Venezuela’s Political Crisis Unfolds

April 27, 2016 The country is in gridlock, while the opposition attempts to oust the president.

A Major German Exporter Struggles

April 26, 2016 Daimler’s first-quarter report might be a harbinger of bad news for the EU.

Saudi Arabia’s Risky Reform Project

April 26, 2016 The Saudis may be taking on too much change too fast.

North Korea, Nukes and Sanity

April 25, 2016 There is rationality behind the North Koreans’ nuclear program.

National Security with Chinese Characteristics

April 25, 2016 The government’s counterespionage efforts are meant to send a message to the Chinese public.

Journey’s End: Summarizing Central Europe

April 22, 2016 The EU doesn’t understand, Russia looms large, and the U.S. presidential race spells the beginning of the end.

Journey to Europe: Welcome to Czechia

April 21, 2016 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, 2016 The people are still determining the lives they want to lead and the way the government should rule.

Oil Prices and Social Unrest in Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela

April 20, 2016 The countries most dependent on oil revenue have experienced social unrest due to plummeting prices.

Journey to Europe: Visiting Romania

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

The Geopolitics of Sanctions

April 19, 2016 Imposing economic pressures is a tactic governments use to pursue goals, but shifting interests ultimately shape negotiations.

 

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