While spiraling economic growth in India and China has lifted millions out of poverty, it has also fueled inequalities within their societies.

The African Growth and Opportunity Act has boosted U.S.-Africa trade and is viewed favorably by economists. But experts say African states must build trade capacity to benefit fully.

Considered an African success story, Botswana still struggles to end its dependence on diamond mining and develop a diversified economy.

The economic climate and border security concerns have thrust the question of immigration reform into the spotlight in the 2012 presidential campaign.