Japan's Beneficent Potential

An East Asian Community led by Japan is integral to the success of the Asian economy
Makoto Taniguchi
June 14, 2005

"In Larger Freedom": Decision Time at the UN

To respond to today's threats, the organization must go through its most radical overhaul yet
Kofi Annan
May 31, 2005

China Hits Out at New US Textile Quota

Re-imposition of garment import restrictions stirs tempers in Beijing
Richard McGregor
May 16, 2005

Mood of Mistrust Shocks French Ruling Class

The French rejection of the EU constitution reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the current political leadership
Jon Henley
May 31, 2005

Arab Satellite Television and Democracy in the Arab World

Satellite television in the Middle East has become a vehicle for change and openness in Arab viewing society
S. Abdallah Schleifer
May 13, 2005