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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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September 20, 2023
Sub-Saharan Africa
Africa’s ‘Leaders for Life’
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to many of the world’s longest-ruling heads of state. Pro-democracy advocates have at times successfully stopped presidents from extending their mandates, but the authorita…
February 8, 2006
United States
Risk-Based Homeland Security Spending
The Department of Homeland Security has changed the way it awards funds to cities. The question now is whether the new program will make America’s cities safer.
February 21, 2006
Defense and Security
The UAE purchase of American port facilities
A United Arab Emirates-owned company is set to take control of terminals in six major U.S. ports, raising questions about security.
October 18, 2005
Transnational Crime
Timeline: Famous Trials of World Leaders
This publication is now archived. IntroductionSince 1945, a slew of prominent world figures have been brought before various domestic and international courts and tribunals. Some have been convicted,…