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STRATFOR video analysis produced each day.

dispatch11.19.2009
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Belgian Prime Minister Herman Van Rompuy and European Trade Commissioner Catherine Ashton on Nov. 19
Video Dispatch: Europe Chooses a President
November 20, 2009 0114 GMT
European leaders have named a permanent European Council president and foreign minister — filling two new positions established under the Lisbon Treaty. Russia has welcomed the changes, but whether the new structure will help Moscow meet regional policy goals remains an open question. [more]
dispatch11.18.2009
Video Dispatch: The Sound and the Substance of Obama's Asia Trip
November 18, 2009 2300 GMT
With Beijing in his rearview mirror, U.S. President Barack Obama turns toward Seoul — continuing a mission to shore up relations with East Asia during his first term. [more]
dispatch11.17.2009
Video Dispatch: An Iranian Role in Yemen's Rebellion
November 17, 2009 2151 GMT
A long-standing rebellion in Yemen has surged to the fore once again, drawing in neighboring Saudi Arabia. Iran is exploiting the conflict for strategic reasons, connected to the international debate over Tehran’s nuclear program. [more]
dispatch11.16.2009
Video Dispatch: In China, the Currency Debate Continues
November 16, 2009 2247 GMT
The United States continues to push for a revaluation of China's currency, as President Barack Obama makes his first visit -- but analyst Jennifer Richmond says to expect a "go-slow" approach from Beijing. [more]
dispatch11.13.2009
Agenda: With George Friedman
November 14, 2009 0033 GMT
STRATFOR founder George Friedman discusses the outlook for U.S.-Russian relations, as Presidents Barack Obama and Dmitri Medvedev prepare to meet in Singapore. Also, a look at the week ahead. [more]
dispatch11.12.2009
Video Dispatch: Reforming Russia's Economy
November 13, 2009 0024 GMT
STRATFOR CEO George Friedman discusses the implications of the Kremlin's plans -- disclosed by Russian President Dmitri Medvedev in the annual State of the State address -- to let inefficient state-owned companies fail. [more]
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