Malaysia and Thailand: Desperately Seeking Success in the Thai Deep South
Here's what's on the line for the Thai and Malaysian governments in new negotiations over the insurgency in Thailand's southern region.
Argentine Debt Lessons for Europe
A decade ago Argentina was in the midst of a severe economic crisis. The episode offers lessons for the Eurozone today, particularly Greece. There are more similarities than differences.
Are Pentagon contracts funding the Taliban?
A US military aid program that favors Afghan vendors is being used by the Taliban as an extortion racket to the tune of a projected $80 million in the last year.
Lithium OPEC: Viable or Volatile?
Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Brazil are exploring the idea of forming an OPEC-like cartel for the lithium industry, but there are geopolitical and domestic roadblocks involved that won’t easily be overcome.
Moldova’s Foreign Policy: Heading East?
Moldova’s foreign policy could swing toward Russia when pro-EU parties face angry voters in elections next spring.
The Importance of US LNG Exports to Europe
US LNG exports could be a key piece in the European Union’s energy security puzzle.
Ukraine Civil War: RIP Minsk II?
It’s getting harder to see how the Minsk II accords will ever be implemented. And that might suit the Ukrainian authorities just fine.
Backgrounder: Nigeria’s Energy Security Dilemma
Security and development deficiencies lurk behind many of the factors that are keeping Nigeria’s energy sector from realizing its considerable economic promise.
From Popular Representation to International Isolationism: AMLO’s First Seven Months in Power
If AMLO’s first seven months are any indication, it’s going to be a long six years for the Mexican people.
Moldova: Foreign Successes, Domestic Challenges
President Sandu’s pro-Europe foreign policy has made strides despite a challenging geopolitical environment, but political troubles are brewing on the home front.