Despite receiving a threatening letter from anti-regime elements, foreign workers in Bahrain are unlikely to leave.

The potential for a police strike during Carnival is testing Brazil's readiness for the World Cup and Olympics.

Russia's resurgence into its periphery is entering a new phase as Vladimir Putin is set to reassume the presidency.

A deal that will keep a Russian military base open in Tajikistan is vital to Russia's interests.

Protests have led to political change, but a new Romanian government will find itself restricted by economic realities.

Ahead of presidential elections in both countries, tensions between Russia and the United States are escalating.

Authorities seized cash from Veracruz state government employees, which may presage a dirty election season.

Jakarta needs to cut fuel subsidies in order to attract foreign investment, but this could threaten social stability.

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

The Venezuelan government unveiled new measures to pressure banks and companies into funding its populist initiatives.