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Introduction
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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October 30, 2006
Development
The Surging Vietnamese Economy
Vietnam’s economy is booming as the World Trade Organization prepares to welcome the communist country as a full member after eleven years of accession negotiations.
August 14, 2006
United States
Hugo Chavez’s World Tour
In a recent world tour—stops included Belarus, Russia, and Iran—Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez attempted to expand his influence beyond Latin America and capitalize on the leverage afforded by his …
December 10, 2008
Vietnam
Vietnam’s Economic Hiccups
Vietnam’s stock market has plunged and its economic growth has dwindled since 2006, when it was seen as a model for emerging country growth. The country’s experience highlights the problems confronti…
March 20, 2019
Vietnam
The Evolution of U.S.–Vietnam Ties
Once locked in war, Vietnam and the United States have built mature ties rooted in mutual economic and security interests.
May 29, 2007
Iraq
A National ID Program for Iraq?
Some U.S. analysts recommend a national ID database with biometric cards to identify insurgents in Iraq, but the proposal faces resistance from the U.S. military.