Geopolitical Diary

On European Austerity, an Admission of Mistakes?

Several European institutions and countries appear ready to admit austerity has not worked as intended, but it is not clear that they will be able or willing to change course.

Jun 10, 2013 | 21:12 GMT

Danube Flooding and the Importance of Rivers

Control of navigable rivers can increase a country's potential for economic and political power, but there are drawbacks.

Jun 6, 2013 | 20:26 GMT

The Unlikelihood of an EU-China Trade War

Despite occasional disputes, strong overall levels of trade between Europe and China will prevent a major break in relations.

Jun 5, 2013 | 20:09 GMT

Tiananmen and the Party's Legitimacy Problem

Even 24 years later, the Communist Party of China finds the Tiananmen incident poses a thorny challenge to its legitimacy.

Jun 4, 2013 | 22:34 GMT

Xi, Obama and the Trans-Pacific Partnership

The presidents of China and the United States are scheduled to meet, but national interests may upset efforts to improve relations.

Jun 4, 2013 | 01:29 GMT

Syria and Lebanon's 'Party of Satan'

The Syrian crisis has reduced Arab and Sunni Arab perception of Hezbollah to that of a detested sectarian outfit.

May 30, 2013 | 21:11 GMT

The End of Russia's Latest Liberalization Phase

Vladimir Putin has found a way to accomplish the Kremlin's economic goals for the country without opening the economy up.

May 29, 2013 | 18:54 GMT

A Bad Week for Brussels

Three separate developments highlight Brussels' ever-declining clout as the center of European decision-making.

May 28, 2013 | 20:28 GMT

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