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Of Brazilian discontent, the World Cup, and presidential elections

Of Brazilian discontent, the World Cup, and presidential elections

A Brazilian analyst looks at the urban protests and deep pessimism in the country and what is fueling it.

The fallout and fallacy of Russia sanctions

The fallout and fallacy of Russia sanctions

So far the sanctions have been less impactful than anyone expected, but that could change with little or no warning, writes Mark.

ASEAN’s South China Sea conundrum

ASEAN’s South China Sea conundrum

Why China will rally to keep the bilateral disputes with US allies Vietnam and Philippines out of ASEAN, writes a Chinese foreign policy expert.

The Chinese-Russian ‘Power of Siberia’ … thanks to EU, US foot-in-mouth

The Chinese-Russian ‘Power of Siberia’ … thanks to EU, US foot-in-mouth

The West’s hostile attitudes toward both China and Russia helped push Beijing and Moscow closer to finalize the gas deal, writes Babich.

An Anti-Congress Wave in India Propels the Hindu Right to Power

An Anti-Congress Wave in India Propels the Hindu Right to Power

If Modi does deliver on the campaign rhetoric of good governance, the BJP could be in power for a long time, says Prashad.

Liberalizing China’s one-child policy

Liberalizing China’s one-child policy

China's low birth rate has already created serious social problems such as labor shortage and delayed retirement, argues Prof. Guangzong.

South Africa votes for “The Good Story”

South Africa votes for “The Good Story”

The ANC's history and connection to the anti-apartheid struggle saw them home, writes Dr. Hornsby.

In Egypt-US Relations, Counterterrorism Trumps Human Rights

In Egypt-US Relations, Counterterrorism Trumps Human Rights

There are troubling signs of the return of Mubarak-era authoritarianism in Egypt, says Prof. Aziz.

US Pivot to Asia or to Cold War 2.0?

US Pivot to Asia or to Cold War 2.0?

The escalating rivalry between US and China poses serious risks to regional security, writes a Chinese government advisor.

Central Bankers’ Spat

Central Bankers’ Spat

Future policy makers need to finally abandon neoliberal policies and replace them with more egalitarian ones, writes Prof. Desai.