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

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

Cancun: A Battle for Life

Developing countries must defend their interests at the upcoming round of trade talks.
Yanuar Nugroho
July 16, 2003

Workers Falling Behind in Mexico

Wages have dropped but remain too high to compete with other developing countries.
Mary Jordan
July 15, 2003

Xenophobia has no place in Thailand

Animosity towards migrants is blinding citizens to their contribution to Thailand.
Pravit Rojanaphruk
July 16, 2003

U.S. May Cut Aid Over Court Immunity

About 35 nations could lose funds
Peter Slevin
July 1, 2003

Delay by UN on Rebuking North Korea is Urged

While others want delay, the US increases pressure on the UN Security Council to condemn North Korea.
Felicity Barringer
July 3, 2003