Trump Defies China with $2.2 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan
The pace of arms sales to the democratic, self-governing island is increasing under the Trump administration.
China’s Economy Turning a Corner?
New retail, manufacturing, and industrial data suggest a tentative recovery for China’s economy, however real estate remains a concern.
Resurgent COVID-19 Looms over Asia’s Economic Recovery
Asia is expected to lead the way in a post-COVID global economic recovery, but a new upsurge in COVID-19 cases highlights how the region is not out of the woods yet.
Global Forecast (03-04-2019)
A dramatic end to the Trump-Kim summit, new stimulus in China, and Greece’s triumphant return to international bond markets.
New President, Old Policies in Iran
The deaths of Iran’s president and foreign minister may spur some internal debates, but don’t expect domestic and foreign policy to undergo any radical changes.
Rising to the Challenge of Stagnant US Wages
Change must be embraced if the United States is to adapt to the new normal of globalized wealth.
North Korea Nuclear Test Site Collapses, Risking Fallout
North Korea leader Kim Jong-un garnered universal praise when he announced a halt of nuclear tests. It turns out he never had a choice in the matter.
Backgrounder: The North Korea Threat
North Korea’s recent missile test underscores the growing threat posed by the “Hermit Kingdom” to East Asian security. In responding to it, the Trump administration only has bad options to pick from.
Russia’s Tough Talk on Arctic Sovereignty Must Be Taken Seriously
Littoral Arctic states like Canada must take heed of Moscow’s foregrounding of economics and sovereignty in its Arctic strategy, and prepare accordingly.
Interview: Dr. Parag Khanna on US Foreign Policy, Mideast Geopolitics, and Globalization
Geopoliticalmonitor.com sits down with Dr. Parag Khanna to discuss US foreign policy and the future of globalization.