The country's economic interests could threaten the unity of Mercosur.

The bloc will be more discerning as it chooses new members.

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

Laos' plans for the Mekong River have angered downriver countries Vietnam and Cambodia.

With exports to Europe declining, Moscow is expanding its export networks to Asia.

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

Ongoing fighting between Myanmar forces and ethnic groups threaten Chinese interests and influence in the region.

The government hopes an increased focus on ethanol will ease growing demand for gasoline.

Economic measures to remedy food scarcity will increase political pressure on the new government.

Moscow is using financial opportunities and energy projects to strengthen its influence in the region.