An Election Crisis in Democratic Republic of Congo Could Mean War
As the regime of Joseph Kabila heads towards its last year in power, a neighboring head of state has just survived provoking a constitutional crisis in order to avoid stepping down. Does Burundi's constitutional seizure foreshadow an electoral crisis next year in its giant neighbor?
Analysis: What a Rehabilitated Iran Looks Like
There will be serious political, economic, and military repercussions should Iran be ‘rehabilitated’ back into international society.
Ratings Agencies Add to Sri Lanka’s Political Woes
The political and economic difficulties are piling up for Sri Lanka.
Syria: A Trap of Moscow’s Own Making
Although Russia has been a longstanding patron of the Syrian government, Moscow may soon find that its support for the beleaguered regime is a trap of its own making.
Debt Cancellation in Africa: Different Loan Paradigms, Different Development Outcomes
A case study examining French and Chinese infrastructure loans in Africa highlights that, though both are aimed at stimulating domestic production, only one produces a sustainable development outcome for the recipient.
Indonesia Faced with a Resurgence of Islamist Terrorism
Indonesia has enjoyed peace on the terrorism front since the days of Jemaah Islamiyah and its bloody campaign of the 1990s and 2000s. But that might be about to change.
Global Forecast: Brexit Edition
This week’s forecast covers the fallout from Britain’s surprise decision to leave the European Union.
The Baltic Republics: Burden or Blessing for NATO?
Revisiting the strategic rationale behind NATO’s expansion into the Baltic Republics.
A Fine Balance: China’s Need for Resources and Stability in the South China Sea
Does China’s policy towards the South China Sea represent a danger to regional stability and cooperation?
Backgrounder: Greek Elections
New Democracy has swept to power in the Greek elections. But will it be the same old story in austerity-plagued Athens?