Is Donald Trump trying to resurrect the times of “Big Oil” – now via the U.S. State Department?
Istanbul Bombings: Kurds and Erdogan Playing Political Football
The Besiktas bombing raises important questions about counter-terrorism strategy and truth telling in Turkey.
The Clintons: A Swan Song
Why did Bill and Hilary Clinton actually achieve so little, despite a quarter century atop American politics? A. They just like talking. B. Can’t deliver. C. System won’t let them.
Rethinking the Future of Asia: Moving Beyond U.S. Dominance
Asia needs to discover a bridge between multipolarity and multilateralism. India could play an important role as a “bridge power.”
Donald Trump, King of the US, and Rama X, New King of Thailand
Thailand and the US are in the process of adjusting to controversial new leaders. Look out for the amazing parallels.
Ukraine’s “Success Trap”
Within five to ten years, Ukraine will be a largely renewed country with less corruption and stronger rule of law than today. But Putin & Co. remain a big risk factor.
Carrier “International” Gets Trumped: Global Ramifications
Is Donald Trump’s special deal for the Carrier plant in Indiana the beginning of the unraveling of the U.S.-led wave of globalization?
François Fillon and the EU
The potential future French President’s views on the EU, while still emerging, are a matter of global interest.
Why Italy’s Political Leaders Fail So Often
Italy keeps investing itself in false hopes. No political leader can provide magic fixes.
America’s Home-Made Raw Deal for Workers
Successive U.S. administrations have said the right things on helping workers deal with globalization, but not acted.























