The Geopolitical Calendar is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

A peaceful transition is possible after the presidential election, but the risk of instability remains.

Egypt's presidential election will help the ruling military council contain the Muslim Brotherhood.

Budget compromise between the central and regional governments will have long-term fiscal consequences for Spain.

The strength of a newly united opposition movement in Georgia will be tested in October's parliamentary elections.

China's four largest state banks have reported a decline in lending since April.

Forcing Afghan security forces to the front lines sooner than planned could divide rather than unite them.

The frayed relationship between the two countries has ramifications for U.S. and Chinese efforts in the Pacific.

To capitalize on its coal-export potential, landlocked Botswana must first bring its coal shipments to port.

Lithuania, losing patience with current strategies, is seeking a new way to counter Russia's growing power in Belarus.