THE ISIS TERRORISM THREAT: REACTIONS FROM THE ASIA-PACIFIC
Staff Writer Angela Luh discusses Japan and China’s counterterrorism efforts and how countries in the region have reacted to growing unrest in the Middle East.
THE FALLACY OF QATAR'S TERROR LINKS
Staff Writer Sultan Al-Khulaifi discusses and refutes the allegations that Qatar has been funding jihadist groups
MEXICAN ENERGY REFORMS BRING BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES
Staff Writer Evan Carlo discusses the potential economic impact of the Mexican energy reform laws on both Mexico and the United States.
A WEB OF LIES: ARGENTINE PRESIDENT ACCUSED OF COVER-UP
Staff Writer Michael Roderick discusses the alleged corruption and conspiracy in the wake of the murder of Argentine prosecutor Alberto Nisman.
THE ISLAMIC STATE'S INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH
Staff Writer Marvin Andrade discusses ISIS's international reach.
ISRAEL'S NATION-STATE BILL DIVIDES THE KNESSET AND THE COUNTRY
Staff Writer Alex Shkurko discusses the various versions of Israel's controversial nation-state bill, and the political implications of the passage of such legislation.
OIL PRICE WAR STIRS FEUD WITHIN OPEC
Staff Writer Kristopher Klein discusses the recent drop in oil prices as a result of policies from the United States and OPEC.
"THE INTERVIEW" CONTROVERSIES: ITS ROLE IN U.S.-NORTH KOREAN RELATIONS
Staff Writer Emily Deng reviews the controversial comedy “The Interview,” how it was received in North Korea and what it means for freedom of speech.
IS BRICS THE NEW "GAME OF THRONES" FOR INDIA AND CHINA ?
China Focus Contributing Writer Amrita Jash discusses the competition between India and China for control of BRICS.
BEAR MARKET FOR RUBLE REVEALS STRUCTURAL PROBLEMS FOR RUSSIAN ECONOMY
Staff Writer Evan Carlo explores the structural causes of the recent collapse in the ruble's value and what changes may help Russia's long term economic prospects.
THE PECULIAR CASE OF KHORASAN: MORE DANGEROUS THAN ISIS?
Staff Writer Omkar Mahajan discusses the emergence of a new terrorist group, Khorasan, that may pose a greater threat to national and international security than ISIS.
POLITICAL COMPROMISE OR CORPORATE OVERREACH: ANALYZING THE TRANS-PACIFIC PARTNERSHIP
Staff Writer Michael Roderick discusses the potential Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement which will be considered by Congress this session.
ON CLIMATE, THE UNITED STATES AND CHINA ACT INTERNATIONALLY BUT THINK DOMESTICALLY
Staff Writer Kristopher Klein analyzes the United States-China emissions agreement as well as the motives and intentions of both countries' leaders.
THE CULTURAL IMPEDIMENTS TO ABE'S "WOMENOMICS"
Staff Writer Andrew Muse-Fisher discusses the cultural and economic factors that make increasing the role of women in the Japanese workforce an uphill climb.
SCIENCE MATTERS: FACT-CHECKING KEYSTONE XL
The Science Matters blog takes a closer look at the issues surrounding the proposed Keystone XL pipeline. By Senior Editor David Dannecker
WHAT WILL BECOME OF GROWING ENERGY TRADE BETWEEN RUSSIA AND CHINA?
Staff Writer Angela Luh looks at the future of energy trade between China and Russia in light of the 2014 Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit.
"NUKE" THE CARTELS: SHOULD WE UNLEASH OUR ULTIMATE WEAPON ON MEXICO'S DRUG CARTELS?
Staff Writer Evan Carlo discusses the impact that drug legalization in the United States could have on drug cartels in Mexico and whether it is a viable policy option in combating cartel violence.