The End of the U.S. Ethanol Tariff

What will be the geopolitical impact of the elimination of the U.S. tariff on imported ethanol?

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The International Outlook for 2012

2011 witnessed enormous global developments. What lies ahead in 2012?

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Dateline India: The Fishmongers of South Delhi

In India, the daily interchange between fishmonger and buyer is one way to overcome basic social differences.

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Mohamed Bouazizi: The Spark that Ignited the Arab Spring

How did a humble Tunisian fruit vendor unleash a tide of protest throughout the Arab world?

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East Africa: Left Behind

Why have fertility rates in East Africa bucked the global trend — and what does this mean for the region’s future?

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Santa Claus as a Symbol of the Global Economy

Santa is a long-term, sustainable exporter operating a global business in many different markets.

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The Globalist’s Top Books of 2011

What were the most intriguing books featured on The Globalist Bookshelf in 2011?

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The Globalist’s Person of the Year: Vaclav Havel

How did the former Czech president view Eastern Europe’s role in the world?

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Francis Fukuyama on the Americas

What are the biggest challenges confronting Latin America and the United States?

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U.S. Dollar Decline as a National Strategy?

Is relying on a weak dollar really a promising economic strategy? Why would it not work as advertised?

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