Writers
China’s Empire of Debt
Chinese investment has rejuvenated some developing countries and left others locked in a spiral of unsustainable debt.
Kim-Moon Summit: Unexpected Harmony for the Two Koreas
The Kim-Moon summit was a positive first step, but any inter-Korean political reconciliation will be a long and fragile process.
Turkey’s Erdogan Calls for Early Elections
A nationalist resurgence and disorganized opposition have Erdogan rolling the dice on early elections. Will his gamble pay off?
Brazil Election: A Watershed Moment for Latin America’s Right
Brazil’s election upcoming general election is wide open, and its result could be make-or-break for the continent’s right-wing resurgence.
Yemen Civil War: Houthis Fire Missile at Saudi Oil Tanker
Houthi missile attacks against Saudi Arabia won’t do much damage, but they will propel the bloody Yemen civil war into news headlines the world over.
Water Crisis Deepens the Misery in Afghanistan Civil War
Water crisis and civil war continue to feed into one another in Afghanistan.
Guatemala’s Establishment Fights Back against UN-Backed Corruption Board
After a string of early victories, the future of the Commission Against Impunity for Corruption in Guatemala is very much in question.
Slovakia’s Political Crisis Escalates following Journalist’s Murder
The murder of Ján Kuciak has toppled several major figures in Slovakian politics. Will former prime minister Robert Fico be next?
Russia’s Political Theater Masks the Bigger Question: What Comes Next?
Though the result of the upcoming Russian election is effectively predetermined, the question of Vladimir Putin’s future remains an open one.
Italy: Still Part of the PIGS Club?
Has austerity and EU intervention forestalled the possibility of a Greece-like repeat in Italy, or merely delayed it?