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International efforts, such as the Paris Agreement, aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But experts say countries aren’t doing enough to limit dangerous global warming.
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July 20, 2006
Lebanon
Lebanon’s Weak Government
As Israeli air strikes decimate Lebanon, the elected government in Beirut is weak, divided, and seems powerless to control Hezbollah, whose attack on an Israeli convoy July 12 started the conflict.
August 31, 2006
Iraq
Iraq’s Meddlesome Neighbors
As American influence in Iraq wanes, Arab, Turkish, and Iranian influence over Baghdad will invariably rise.
November 9, 2007
Global
Nation Branding Explained
Countries increasingly employ public relations firms and the techniques of brand marketing to build cohesive images for their nation.
November 19, 2008
China
Financial Crisis May Worsen Poverty in China, India
The global financial crisis threatens to hamper poverty alleviation efforts in India and China, responsible for lifting the largest numbers of the world’s poor out of extreme poverty. Political or s…
May 14, 2014
South China Sea
South China Sea Tensions
As the United States pivots to Asia, disputes over territories in the South China Sea have escalated tensions and threatened regional stability.
