The Scale of G20 Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Can the G20 summit help advance international cooperation on the environment?

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G20: How Many Countries Really?

The G20 summit will represent a fifth of the world’s governments.

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The G20 by Population

More than half of the global population is represented at the annual G20 summit.

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How to Manage Trump: Modeling Madness at the G-20

Imitation is the highest form of flattery. Trump is very predictable in one way: He laps up flattery – the more the better.

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed at the G-20 Summit

The Khashoggi murder crisis continues to ripple globally, far beyond U.S. domestic politics.

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German Politics: Advantage “Mini-Merkel”

Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer is widely seen as being close to Merkel. She seems to benefit from a little “Merkel nostalgia.”

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Iran etc.: Launch Sanctions and You Trigger Corruption

New U.S. Treasury investigation spotlights Russians, Syrians and Iranians.

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An Option for Nancy Pelosi: Designate a Successor

Democrats could resolve divisions over speakership by choosing both Pelosi and a successor now.

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Asia and the Overrated Gulf Countries

The Khashoggi crisis highlights why investment in Asia is more productive than in the Middle East.

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Philippines Vs. Political Dynasties

The Philippines badly needs a constitutional requirement for a law against political dynasties.

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