The Beirut Blast Shakes the Middle East

The pent-up Lebanese anger against Syria could reshape the Middle East and its ties with the West
Rami G. Khouri
February 18, 2005

Bush to Europe: Let's Move On

Europe, too, is ready to work with Bush on some issues but differences and doubts persist
Shada Islam
February 23, 2005

Despite Rhetoric Trans-Atlantic Alliance is Alive and Well

Behind the jabs over Iraq, the United States and Europe share remarkably common goals
Mohammed Ayoob
February 14, 2005

Millions of Indians Await Benefits of Globalization

To realize the promise, politicians have to compete on the reform agenda – not against it
Jessica Einhorn
February 25, 2005

Putin's Wary Reconciliation

Russia faces stiff challenges in repairing relations with US and Ukraine
Liliana Proskuryakova
January 24, 2005

Iraqi Elections: Not Yet Historic

Only hard work by the elected assembly and occupation forces can transform the vote into a truly historic event
Rami G. Khouri
February 2, 2005

Why Chinese-Japanese Economic Relations Are Improving

China’s exports rely on parts from Japan; Japan’s firms rely on Asian expansion plans
Richard Katz
January 9, 2014

US and Iran Face Common Enemies in Mideast Strife

Can the two nations work together to end extremism?
Thomas Erdbrink
January 7, 2014

Japan Minister Follows Abe to War Shrine, Pouring Salt on Wound for China

The visits erode regional trust and respect
January 3, 2014

The Great War’s Ominous Echoes

The start of the 20th century was an era of rapid globalization, too
Margaret MacMillan
December 30, 2013

Rethinking Foreign Aid

The most sustainable programs are public and trust locals
Paul Farmer
December 25, 2013