Some recent self-immolations do not share characteristics with typical acts of protest.

The launch caught many observers off guard.

Russia may try to use its piped natural gas advantage to counter Qatar's dominance of liquefied natural gas exports.

The recent political undercurrent will continue to undermine Japan's postwar establishment.

This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the upcoming week.

Projecting stability could make or break the Party.

To preserve its control, the Communist Party must present itself as an institution struggling to reform.

This is an internal Stratfor document listing significant meetings and events for the next week.

Beijing faces deeper issues than it has in the past.

Tokyo sees an economic opportunity in the strategically important country.