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20 Sep 2012
US-Iranian Relations: A Decade down the Line
Stringent economic and political sanctions notwithstanding, the United States continues to be frustrated in its attempts to curtail Iran's nuclear program. Pursuing strategic missile defense, Sam Rajiv argues, is no solution either – it will merely complicate global and regional security. More on «US-Iranian Relations: A Decade down the Line»

23 Aug 2012
The EU's Growing Global Counter-Terrorism Role
Since 2001, argues Alex Mackenzie, the European Union (EU) has become increasingly assertive in its attempts to combat internal and external sources of terrorism. As its initiatives in South Asia and West Africa demonstrate, the EU’s activities expand well beyond its partnership with the United States. More on «The EU's Growing Global Counter-Terrorism Role»
20 Aug 2012
The Message Behind Secretary Clinton's Trip to Mongolia
On a recent visit to Mongolia, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton applauded the nation’s efforts to link economic modernization to democratic reforms. But as Alicia Campi reveals, her message was viewed in some quarters – most notably China – as highly critical of distinctly "Asian" approaches to economic development. More on «The Message Behind Secretary Clinton's Trip to Mongolia»

19 Jul 2012
Colombia's Intelligence: Putting the Country at Risk?
Over the past decade, the Colombian state has misused a run-down intelligence system in a bid to control an ever-evasive security environment plagued by organized crime, drug trafficking and political corruption. More on «Colombia's Intelligence: Putting the Country at Risk?»
18 Jul 2012
Brazil's Stability is Success
Brazil's savvy economic reforms have resulted in broad-based growth that mitigates the impact of international economic fluctuations, argues CFR's Shannon O’Neil. More on «Brazil's Stability is Success»
12 Jul 2012
The Transformation of El Salvador's Gangs into Political Actors
El Salvador's novel approach to dealing with its gang problems may provide a blueprint for other Central American countries to follow. However, as the gangs regroup and become involved in 'legal' activities, the benefits may prove to be short-lived. More on «The Transformation of El Salvador's Gangs into Political Actors »
11 Jul 2012
Every Nation For Itself
The commitment to global leadership by key international players may be eroding due to a growing lack of will, resources and durable alliances. More on «Every Nation For Itself»
9 Jul 2012
How the Trans-Pacific Partnership Will Change Canada
Canada's inclusion into the Trans-Pacific Partnership will boost Ottawa's bargaining power on trade and security issues, or so argues Christopher Sands. More on «How the Trans-Pacific Partnership Will Change Canada»

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