What can Ben Franklin’s warning to 13 rebellious colonies teach us about global cooperation today?
Who Is a Globalist?
For all the talk about globalization and the global economy, we ask: Who is a globalist?
Data Privacy: When Angela Merkel Leads From Behind
How the German Chancellor turns big political crises into major reforms. After the NSA scandal, it’s data privacy.
Japan — Viewed from Above
Abenomics is widely hoped to provide an economic turnaround for Japan. But is the prime minister focusing on the right issues?
It’s Not a Conspiracy, Mr. Erdogan!
Does it make sense for Turkey’s Prime Minister to attack financial markets? They have actually been his country’s friend.
Syria, Iran and American Forgetfulness
Which nation is the key enabler of Iran’s steady rise in the Middle East?
Erdogan’s Fundamental Miscalculation
Why do the AK Party’s own followers have doubts about Erdogan’s path for Turkey’s future?
Obama’s Cardinal Sin
Why is the U.S. president so keen on excelling by doing his very own opposition’s bidding? Is it because he is a non-politician and utter elitist?
German Diplomacy and French Intransigence
Have German politicians finally learned the art of diplomacy?

























