César Chelala

César Chelala is a global health consultant and contributing editor for The Globalist. [New York, United States]

Curbing Gang Violence in Central America

What should the United States be doing to rein in Central American gang violence?

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How Obesity Can Derail China’s Growth

What measures can China and other cultures take to stem the rising tide of obesity, particularly among children, in its population?

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Tobacco: The Opium War of the 21st Century?

Does the Chinese obsession with smoking have its roots in British trade policy?

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Meeting the Global Challenge of Children With Disabilities

Addressing the needs of children with disabilities is a sign of a compassionate and intelligent society.

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Will the Russian Empire Be Reborn?

As Russia’s middle class grows, will it demand greater political freedom and fair elections?

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Obama and Carter: Two U.S. Winners of the Nobel Peace Prize Compared

What are the differences between the last two U.S. Presidents to win the Nobel Peace Prize?

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World Military Spending — Mutually Assured Self-Destruction?

Is the leveling of world military spending in 2011 the start of a trend — or a temporary lull?

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Will China Grow Old Before It Grows Rich?

How will China support its rapidly aging population while sustaining economic growth?

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China, Oil and the South China Sea

Why is control of the South China Sea resources increasingly important to Southeast Asia’s economies?

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Leo Messi: Argentina’s Best Export Ever?

Why do doctors want to study the brain of Argentine soccer star Leo Messi?

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