Thai Coup Alienates US Giving China New Opening

The US pressures Thai generals to plan elections, despite rocky transition and royal succession
Shawn W. Crispin
March 5, 2015

Economic Interests Attract China to Russia

China pursues a non-alliance policy, in no way obliged to follow Russia on confrontation with the West
Wang Yiwei
February 3, 2015

French Warships in Doldrums

As France shelves contract with Russia for two warships, allies could help find new ports for Mistrals
Andreas Kuersten
January 1, 2015

An Afghan Dilemma for China and India

For regional prosperity, Afghan President Ghani expects China, India, Pakistan to help smooth transition
Harsh V. Pant
December 4, 2014

Afro-Optimism: Has the Pendulum Swung Too Far?

Rising Africa’s leaders and citizens must keep focus on education, jobs, elimination of corruption and inequality
Raila Odinga
December 2, 2014

Government Approval Not Enough, Businesses Need Social License

In era of globalized awareness, best business, government practices demand local consent and social license
John Morrison
October 21, 2014