APEC Summit reflections on China’s impressive policy and reform path.
Angela Merkel and German Leadership in Foreign Policy
Evidence of German foreign policy leadership – on the UK, Russia and beyond.
For Whom the Wall Fell?
How are the former Soviet Union and other Central and Eastern European nations faring?
Global Truths on Putin’s Tirades
Russia’s president constantly undermines his own case on the global stage.
Capturing Traditional Life in Russia
Two elderly sisters embody a sometimes forgotten but not abandoned traditional style of living in Russia.
Chelsea and Beyond: How the Rich Will Destroy Soccer
The excess of capital pouring into professional soccer will inevitably bring about its demise.
Russia: Really Part of Europe?
Most of Russia’s land lies in the East, but most of its people live in the West.
Oil as a WMO: The West’s Weapon of Mass Obedience?
Will lower oil prices drive Saudi Arabia and Russia to pursue sensible reforms at home at long last?
Ukraine: Survival as a Human Right
Ahead of a decisive winter, Ukraine faces a difficult battle without strong support from the West.

























