An oil refinery construction project reveals how China is ingratiating itself with Zuma's probable successors.

Mexico's cartels continue to display bodies next to narcomantas.

Russia is trying to take advantage of Europe's financial upheaval wherever it can.

The reduction of subsidized foreign energy will leave Jordan vulnerable at a time of regional instability.

A proposed natural gas pipeline and tempered expectations have revitalized the Nabucco project.

Unrest in Lebanon indicates that a battle is under way for control of Syrian rebel supply routes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent appointments show a new emphasis on the economy, energy sector and regions.

A suicide bomber killed dozens of soldiers in Yemen on May 21.

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.