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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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October 8, 2021
Trade
The Truth About Tariffs
Tariffs have been applied over the years to protect homegrown industries and target competitors who are seen as using unfair trade practices. They impose costs on both importers and exporters and had been in decline until the recent U.S.-China trade war.
July 16, 2007
Arms Industries and Trade
Russia’s Beef with Regional Arms Control
Russia has suspended its participation in a treaty on conventional arms and voiced opposition to a missile shield in its backyard. Is a new era of mutual hostility in the making?
June 28, 2007
Russia
Russia’s Soviet Past Still Haunts Relations with West
President Vladimir Putin continues to downplay atrocities by Stalin. Some see Russia’s refusal to come to grips with its Soviet past haunting relations with the West.
March 22, 2007
Nigeria
Security in Nigeria
Backgrounder: Ongoing sectarian troubles and corruption threaten Nigeria’s future security.
August 8, 2018
Nigeria
Nigeria’s Battle With Boko Haram
Boko Haram, known for mass kidnappings, bombings, and other acts of terrorism, remains an enduring threat to northern Nigeria and the Lake Chad Basin.
