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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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December 26, 2013
Defense and Security
Ten Americans Who Died in 2013 Who Shaped U.S. Foreign Policy
As 2013 comes to a close, here are ten influential U.S. foreign policy figures who passed away this year.
December 8, 2014
Global
Ten Elections to Watch in 2015
Numerous countries will hold elections in 2015. Here are ten to watch.
December 16, 2013
Global
Ten Historical Anniversaries of Note in 2014
As 2013 comes to a close, here are ten notable historical anniversaries to mark in 2014.
November 1, 2005
China
Balance of payments math for the Economist (and some thoughts on Chinese banks)
The Economist - byline Bejing, Hong Kong, Shanghai.The quote: "No country can sustainably invest more than it saves ..."As most of you know, I generally agree with that sentiment, though it is certai…
October 20, 2004
Capital Flows
The IMF staff report on Iraq is a goldmine
I don’t expect many journalists will delve into it, but the IMF staff report on Iraq is a fountain of information. My favorite number: in 2004, the amount Iraq will spend importing (yes, importing) …