An Imperial Denial

If the United States were to accept its identity as an empire - and act accordingly - the entire world would benefit
Deepak Lal
January 6, 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

Letting Sudan Get Away with Murder

Debate over whether to call the mass murder in Darfur "genocide" is preventing efforts to bring those responsible to justice
Ben Kiernan
February 4, 2005

A Fiesta of Protest at Porto Alegre

The "Anti-Davos" offers welcome pressure on governments and corporations, but can it emerge as an effective dialogue partner?
Dominic Sachsenmaier
January 31, 2005

China's African Safari

Besides buying energy and commodities, China is also trying to win hearts and minds in a continent embittered by colonial experience
Paul Mooney
January 3, 2005

A Thaw in South Asia? – Part II

If the Indian subcontinent strengthens intra-regional ties, the Chinese economy may have a run for its money
Huma Fakhar
December 27, 2004
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Harvesting Poverty

Two hundred years later, a British blockade on French ports is still obstructing the sugar trade with the developing world.
August 11, 2003

A Muslim Missionary Group Draws New Scrutiny in US

But the Tablighi Jamaat, a community of Muslim proselytizers, abhors militant Muslim terrorist networks.
Susan Sachs
July 14, 2003

Triumph of Pragmatism

At India-China summit, leaders agree to work to settle boundary disputes and increase trade.
June 25, 2003

Bush, in Africa, Promises Aid but Offers No Troops for Liberia

First speech in Africa emphasizes America's role in a harsh history and a peaceful future.
Richard W. Stevenson
July 9, 2003

Recognition of Israel Not on the Cards: Musharraf

Pakistani President's visit to France illustrates complex nature of Islamabad's foreign policy
Salim Bokhari
July 3, 2003
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