The Cheonan Attack: Torpedoing Chance of Peace?

North Korea’s ongoing provocations against South Korea put China in the middle
Scott Snyder
May 27, 2010

Diplomatic Pressure Narrows Iran’s Nuclear Options

More nations are wary about adding to nuclear weapons in the Middle East
Leonard S. Spector
May 25, 2010

Taming Globalization? Kebabs, Mini-Skirts and Meth – Part II

Facing economic crisis, politicians take refuge in food and sartorial patriotism
Ilaria Maria Sala
May 20, 2010

Taming Globalization? Kebabs, Mini-Skirts and Meth – Part I

Young Iranians oppose mullahs by embracing the good and bad of Western ways
Jamsheed K. Choksy and Carol E.B. Choksy
May 18, 2010

Emerging Green Technology Poses Threat of Trade Wars

Global rules for developing alternative energy could prevent waste and abuse
Bruce Stokes
May 14, 2010

Renminbi Revaluation Won't Trigger a Shopping Spree

As long as the state hogs land and resources, Chinese urge to save will prevail
Zhiwu Chen
May 12, 2010