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ARTICLE CONTEST WINNER: Under German Guidence
The winner of our first article contest takes the chance to breakdown Germany's position within Ukraine, and the influence that the country has for future action in the state. Also, read more about the current relationship of Russia and the EU in light of their involvement in the Ukrainian Crisis. (24/9/2015) Zainab Hachlaf |
Is it possible to deter terrorists willing to use a nuclear device?
Ms Muibu analyses the risk of the mass-casualty and/or mass-disruption through effects of nuclear terrorism. Read more in this great article if it is an underestimated risk as well as the require of international coordination and cooperation in order to deter effectively. (23/8/2015) Daisy Muibu |
Perspectives on Global Security and Conventional Military Capability
An analysis of nuclear weapons and their effect on the geopolitical decision making process. The (in)equality of power distribution among these states which are possessing this disastrous weapons is reflected in this article. From our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute. (27/5/2015) Nasurullah Brohi |
Pak-China Strategic and Economic Cooperation:
Challenges & Opportunities for the Region
Learn about the plans between China and Pakistan to increase cooperation, from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(18/5/2015) Nasurullah Brohi
Challenges & Opportunities for the Region
Learn about the plans between China and Pakistan to increase cooperation, from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(18/5/2015) Nasurullah Brohi
Nuclear Powers & the Politics of Non-Proliferation
Take a look at an in depth analysis of the nuclear non-proliferation debate and how it affects South Asia and beyond, from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(11/5/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
Take a look at an in depth analysis of the nuclear non-proliferation debate and how it affects South Asia and beyond, from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(11/5/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
Analyzing China's Role in Afghan Peace Process
An analysis of China's possible involvement in Afghanistan peace talks from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(31/3/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
An analysis of China's possible involvement in Afghanistan peace talks from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(31/3/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
The Ruble Crisis and Future of the World
Find out more about the economic status of Russia from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(6/3/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
Find out more about the economic status of Russia from our guest writer, Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute
(6/3/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
Promoting a New Sense of Supremacy in South Asia
Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute, discusses the possible emergence of an arms race in South Asia due to international pressures and influence.
(26/2/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
Nasurullah Brohi, with Strategic Vision Institute, discusses the possible emergence of an arms race in South Asia due to international pressures and influence.
(26/2/2015)
Nasurullah Brohi
It was not an ‘Off Year’ Election
Martin Healey's award-winning speech about Aristotle, elections and Audis.
(22/11/2014)
Martin Healey
Martin Healey's award-winning speech about Aristotle, elections and Audis.
(22/11/2014)
Martin Healey
The rise of European far-right parties and its
incentives
The recent European elections led to major changes in the political landscape. This article takes a deeper look in the far-right parties and their success.
(18/06/2014)
Hayden Liu
The recent European elections led to major changes in the political landscape. This article takes a deeper look in the far-right parties and their success.
(18/06/2014)
Hayden Liu
US-CHINA Cyber Espionage
The United States has just made an unprecedented move by bringing up criminal charges against five Chinese military hackers this past week. (06/06/2014)
Daisy Muibu
The United States has just made an unprecedented move by bringing up criminal charges against five Chinese military hackers this past week. (06/06/2014)
Daisy Muibu
King Juan Carlos of Spain abdicates
A short history of Juan Carlos' time as King and the prospects of future development.
(04/06/2014)
Genís Panisello
A short history of Juan Carlos' time as King and the prospects of future development.
(04/06/2014)
Genís Panisello
Somalization of Libya
A look at Somalia, Libya: similarities, differences and prospects
(04/06/2014)
Olariche
A look at Somalia, Libya: similarities, differences and prospects
(04/06/2014)
Olariche
The European Union under internal attack
A review of last week's elections and their implications.
(31/05/2014)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
A review of last week's elections and their implications.
(31/05/2014)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Review: CAS Trip to Lo ndon
The Current Affairs Society sent a delegation to London to meet with politicians and learn about the UK-EU relationship.
(29/05/2014)
Koch, Schmidt, Steuerer, How, Healey
The Current Affairs Society sent a delegation to London to meet with politicians and learn about the UK-EU relationship.
(29/05/2014)
Koch, Schmidt, Steuerer, How, Healey
China: The Bear got Greedy!
China's stance on the Russian annexation of Crimea
(08/05/2014)
Hootan Hadavandhani
China's stance on the Russian annexation of Crimea
(08/05/2014)
Hootan Hadavandhani
The Road To Popular Authoritarianism
Take a look at the state of affairs in China and what Corruption, Jean Jaques Russeau and Michelle Obama have to do with it.
(16/04/2014)
Hayden Liu
Take a look at the state of affairs in China and what Corruption, Jean Jaques Russeau and Michelle Obama have to do with it.
(16/04/2014)
Hayden Liu
Case Study: The Stolen Generation
Gain an insight about treatment of Aboriginal Australians and the healing process of an entire country.
(09/04/2014)
Teresa Healey
Gain an insight about treatment of Aboriginal Australians and the healing process of an entire country.
(09/04/2014)
Teresa Healey
Real life
story: Religious discrimination in Germany
Read the story to find out about HSRW student Harpreet Singh who was forced to leave his job because he wore a turban
(02/04/2014)
Laura Mackay
Read the story to find out about HSRW student Harpreet Singh who was forced to leave his job because he wore a turban
(02/04/2014)
Laura Mackay
Who does the most science?
An overview and a forecast of the developments in the scientific world.
(26/03/2014)
Christine Parry
An overview and a forecast of the developments in the scientific world.
(26/03/2014)
Christine Parry
Challenges Cyber Warfare poses to laws of armed
conflict: Reaffirming International Humanitarian Law
Ever since Cyber Warfare emerged, the international community has been slow to react. Read more to find about the special importance of these new weapons.
(19/03/2014)
Daisy Muibu
Ever since Cyber Warfare emerged, the international community has been slow to react. Read more to find about the special importance of these new weapons.
(19/03/2014)
Daisy Muibu
Venezuela: Protest Brief
A quick look into the protests currently underway in Venezuela.
(12/03/2014)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
A quick look into the protests currently underway in Venezuela.
(12/03/2014)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
Interview: Viktor Wall - What we can expect from Ukraine
An Interview with HSRW student and Maidan protester Viktor Wall about the future of Ukraine.
(09/03/2014)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
An Interview with HSRW student and Maidan protester Viktor Wall about the future of Ukraine.
(09/03/2014)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Essay: What We Do to Men
An Essay about men's issues and the social challenges they face alongside women
(05/03/2014)
Eden Beck
An Essay about men's issues and the social challenges they face alongside women
(05/03/2014)
Eden Beck
Essay: Why did the UN die?
An esssay by our new guest writer Olariche about the future of global governance.
(26/02/2014)
Olariche
An esssay by our new guest writer Olariche about the future of global governance.
(26/02/2014)
Olariche
South Sudan: Road to enduring peace only through resolving
ethnic tensions
An overview of South Sudan's problems and possible solutions
(18/02/2014)
Daisy Muibu
An overview of South Sudan's problems and possible solutions
(18/02/2014)
Daisy Muibu
Creation Re-Created
Christine Parry on the latest Stem cell research breakthrough.
(10/02/2014)
Christine Parry
Christine Parry on the latest Stem cell research breakthrough.
(10/02/2014)
Christine Parry
Case Study: Counter-Terrorism in Kenya’s
Foreign Policy: the influential role of the United States
Find out about the threat terrorism poses to Kenya, the role the United States play in combatting it, and what Kenya might do in the future in terms of security policy.
(29/01/2014)
Daisy M. Muibu
Find out about the threat terrorism poses to Kenya, the role the United States play in combatting it, and what Kenya might do in the future in terms of security policy.
(29/01/2014)
Daisy M. Muibu
Case Study: Nuclear Diplomacy: U.S.-North Korea
Ever since the end of the cold war, one country has become the focus of non-proliferation efforts: North Korea. Read this article to take a deep dive into the topic!
(22/01/2014)
Daisy M. Muibu
Ever since the end of the cold war, one country has become the focus of non-proliferation efforts: North Korea. Read this article to take a deep dive into the topic!
(22/01/2014)
Daisy M. Muibu
The Future is …
Virtually here?
A quick glance at a new technology that might change the world of gaming, communication and even pilots' training
(15/01/2014)
Christine Parry - UCL London
A quick glance at a new technology that might change the world of gaming, communication and even pilots' training
(15/01/2014)
Christine Parry - UCL London
Interview: Dangerous Afghanistan -
A Safe Backyard for Pakistan
An Interview with Student Owais Tokhi who was forced to leave his own country.
(08/01/2014)
M. Siede, A. Neumeier and J. Oczenasek
A Safe Backyard for Pakistan
An Interview with Student Owais Tokhi who was forced to leave his own country.
(08/01/2014)
M. Siede, A. Neumeier and J. Oczenasek
South Sudan – heading
into a new civil war?
South Sudan could be sinking in a conflict of political power play and ethnic tensions. Since last Sunday the country has seen much violence and gun fights.
(19/12/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
South Sudan could be sinking in a conflict of political power play and ethnic tensions. Since last Sunday the country has seen much violence and gun fights.
(19/12/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Is
mental instability the main culprit of school shootings?
Mental health overlooked and underfunded by the United States government
(19/12/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
Mental health overlooked and underfunded by the United States government
(19/12/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
Japan's
relations with ASEAN
Another quest for balance in Asia
(19/12/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
Another quest for balance in Asia
(19/12/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
On
your mark, get set...Go!
Holden announces plans to close down manufacturing in Australia
(19/12/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
Holden announces plans to close down manufacturing in Australia
(19/12/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
"I do" then "I don't"
Dozens of homosexual couples forced to withdraw marriage vows after a high court decision in Australia on Thursday.
(16/12/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
Dozens of homosexual couples forced to withdraw marriage vows after a high court decision in Australia on Thursday.
(16/12/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
Marijuana goes legal in Uruguay
State would be responsible to regulate drug market
(16/12/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
State would be responsible to regulate drug market
(16/12/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
The Melos Dilemma of
Kyrgyzstan
With the foreseeable closure of Manas Air Base by the end of 2014, the Kyrgyzstan government needs to find a way to survive among superpowers.
(12/12/2013)
Hayden Liu - Central Asia
With the foreseeable closure of Manas Air Base by the end of 2014, the Kyrgyzstan government needs to find a way to survive among superpowers.
(12/12/2013)
Hayden Liu - Central Asia
Nobel prize winners
A summary of 2013’s major scientific breakthroughs
(12/12/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
A summary of 2013’s major scientific breakthroughs
(12/12/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
Police strikes in
Argentina, one dies and more than 100 get hurt
Waves of violence reveal deeper problems
(09/12/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
Waves of violence reveal deeper problems
(09/12/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
What if a world state was not too far away?
A reflection on the emergence of China and the consequences of this on the geopolitical order
(09/12/2013)
Daniel How - East Asia
A reflection on the emergence of China and the consequences of this on the geopolitical order
(09/12/2013)
Daniel How - East Asia
ObamaCare,
the facts and opinions
Many people question if ObamaCare is all it set out to be
(21/11/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
Many people question if ObamaCare is all it set out to be
(21/11/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
Counterbalancing
China?
Two weeks ago Nguyễn Phú Trọng, the head of the Vietnamese Communist Party travelled to India to meet the Indian PM Manmohan Singh and President Pranab Mukherjee. Easily overlooked, yet of significance.
05/12/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
Two weeks ago Nguyễn Phú Trọng, the head of the Vietnamese Communist Party travelled to India to meet the Indian PM Manmohan Singh and President Pranab Mukherjee. Easily overlooked, yet of significance.
05/12/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
The most current case of
the Brezhnev doctrine
During the last week´s conference held to EU and Ukraine in Vilnius, the Union failed to reach an accession agreement with the Ukrainian government.
(02/12/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
During the last week´s conference held to EU and Ukraine in Vilnius, the Union failed to reach an accession agreement with the Ukrainian government.
(02/12/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
The Latest on Climate
Change
The recent Climate Conference in Warsaw is widely regarded as a waste of time. But was it really?
(28/11/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
The recent Climate Conference in Warsaw is widely regarded as a waste of time. But was it really?
(28/11/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
Can Rwanda serve as an example for the
world?
While Europe is still discussing a ban on plastic bags this threat for our environment has already been eliminated in the East-African country of Rwanda.
(25/11/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
While Europe is still discussing a ban on plastic bags this threat for our environment has already been eliminated in the East-African country of Rwanda.
(25/11/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Brazilian supreme court sends corrupts to jail
Does the arrest of Brazilian politicians indicate any change for the future or it will remain as an isolated case?
(25/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
Does the arrest of Brazilian politicians indicate any change for the future or it will remain as an isolated case?
(25/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America
Expansionist China?
A quick review of Chinese policy regarding the Diaoyu Islands
(25/11/2013)
Daniel How - East Asia
A quick review of Chinese policy regarding the Diaoyu Islands
(25/11/2013)
Daniel How - East Asia
The
Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement draft has been released
Intellectual property laws, health and freedom of speech at stake from the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement
(21/11/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
Intellectual property laws, health and freedom of speech at stake from the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement
(21/11/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Correspondent
The South China Sea: What's all the fuss about?
Find out more about this disputed area of the world.
(21/11/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
Find out more about this disputed area of the world.
(21/11/2013)
Manuel Schmidt - South-East Asia
Trouble next door
Indonesia cuts ties with Australia over phone tapping scandal
(21/11/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
Indonesia cuts ties with Australia over phone tapping scandal
(21/11/2013)
Laura Mackay - Asia, Australia, Oceania
The Overstretched States of America – Hegemony in Decline?
A new development might hint at declining hegemonic power of the United States.
(18/11/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
A new development might hint at declining hegemonic power of the United States.
(18/11/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
Peace talk rounds move forward between
Colombia´s government and FARC
In a milestone agreement, country can even accept political participation of the group
(11/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
In a milestone agreement, country can even accept political participation of the group
(11/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
SPD will the final say about a big coalition
Read the article to find out about the last steps in the formation of the new German government.
(18/11/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Read the article to find out about the last steps in the formation of the new German government.
(18/11/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Are Vaccine Refusal
Rates Endangering World Health?
With rising vaccine exemption rates, will we see the return of diseases long since eliminated from developed countries?
(14/11/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
With rising vaccine exemption rates, will we see the return of diseases long since eliminated from developed countries?
(14/11/2013)
Christine Parry - UCL London
Brazil and Germany release a draft resolution
on internet privacy
Countries claim the extension of international privacy rights to the internet and other electronic means.
(11/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Countries claim the extension of international privacy rights to the internet and other electronic means.
(11/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Elections in Madacascar
Four years after the coupe d’état in the island country the state might see a runoff between two presidential candidates.
(04/11/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Four years after the coupe d’état in the island country the state might see a runoff between two presidential candidates.
(04/11/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Chileans enter November between ‘Neo-liberalism’
and ‘Socialism’
Former president Michelle Bachellet, with her new socialist agenda, is the favorite to win this year´s election.
(04/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Former president Michelle Bachellet, with her new socialist agenda, is the favorite to win this year´s election.
(04/11/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Threats and choices
If we take a closer look we will find out that there are quite many commonalities between the years of the Concert of Europe and the current development of the EU.
(04/11/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
If we take a closer look we will find out that there are quite many commonalities between the years of the Concert of Europe and the current development of the EU.
(04/11/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
United
States National Security Agency spies on allies
Intelligence officials say damage has been done.
(31/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
Intelligence officials say damage has been done.
(31/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
China
is Going to Invade Taiwan in 2020!?!
Can and/or will China invade Taiwan in the coming decade?
Read the article to find out!
(29/10/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
Can and/or will China invade Taiwan in the coming decade?
Read the article to find out!
(29/10/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
Legislative elections
in Argentina have great chances of imposing a defeat to Cristina Kirchner
Read the article to find about the possible consequences of this Sundays' elections and how they might change the power in Argentinian politics.
(29/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Read the article to find about the possible consequences of this Sundays' elections and how they might change the power in Argentinian politics.
(29/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Canada signs major
free-trade deal with EU
Largely unnoticed by the European population, Canada and the EU agreed on a free-trade agreement last Friday.
(29/10/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
Largely unnoticed by the European population, Canada and the EU agreed on a free-trade agreement last Friday.
(29/10/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
A Science Shutdown
Read this article by Christine Parry from University College of London to find out how the US government affects the world of science.
(27/10/2013)
Christine Parry
Read this article by Christine Parry from University College of London to find out how the US government affects the world of science.
(27/10/2013)
Christine Parry
Portugal and Angola: Trading Places
Angola’s President announces turning point in relationship with Portugal, the former colonial power. Read the article to find out about the current situation.
(21/10/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Angola’s President announces turning point in relationship with Portugal, the former colonial power. Read the article to find out about the current situation.
(21/10/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Brazils
Oil Corporation relies on auction to end year with positive balance
The biggest state company of Brazil, the oil corporate Petrobras relies on an auction that will take place on Monday to end the year with a positive balance, after several problems arose in the past few years. (21/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
The biggest state company of Brazil, the oil corporate Petrobras relies on an auction that will take place on Monday to end the year with a positive balance, after several problems arose in the past few years. (21/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Turkey
Process Report 2013: An overview on the obstacles to accession
For years, there has been a debate about an accession of Turkey to the EU. Read the article to find out about the latest state of affairs.
(21/10/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
For years, there has been a debate about an accession of Turkey to the EU. Read the article to find out about the latest state of affairs.
(21/10/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Government shutdown ends, default averted
The debt ceiling remains a difficult topic in US politics. Read the article to find about how the debt ceiling affects students in the US
(17/10/2013 Update: 20/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
The debt ceiling remains a difficult topic in US politics. Read the article to find about how the debt ceiling affects students in the US
(17/10/2013 Update: 20/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
China - the Good the Bad or the Ugly
So what is going on in China? Are they our friends, our enemies or the irritating neighbour in our rapidly shrinking global community? (14/10/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
So what is going on in China? Are they our friends, our enemies or the irritating neighbour in our rapidly shrinking global community? (14/10/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
Do Brazilians really need Cuban doctors?
Brazil has a public health care system, so every citizen has the right to be seen by a doctor whenever he or she needs one. The situation, however, is not like this. (14/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Brazil has a public health care system, so every citizen has the right to be seen by a doctor whenever he or she needs one. The situation, however, is not like this. (14/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Why I should be allowed to vote for Congress
US domestic politics have always had a big influence worldwide.
Read more for a closer look at how the government shutdown affects the rest of the world.
(14/10/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America
US domestic politics have always had a big influence worldwide.
Read more for a closer look at how the government shutdown affects the rest of the world.
(14/10/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America
Westgate Shootings – The Aftermath
Three weeks after the beginning of the Mall Siege in Nairobi, Kenya it is time to examine the consequences and reactions to the shootings. (08/10/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Three weeks after the beginning of the Mall Siege in Nairobi, Kenya it is time to examine the consequences and reactions to the shootings. (08/10/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
'Anti-Yankee'
Policy Returns to Venezuela
When Nicolás Maduro was elected President of Venezuela people thought that the country's policy might change. Now, six month after the election it seems that it's Chavez all over again. (8/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
When Nicolás Maduro was elected President of Venezuela people thought that the country's policy might change. Now, six month after the election it seems that it's Chavez all over again. (8/10/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
The project
of a common EU army
The EU has recently revived its ambitions towards having a European army that could provide the continent with more security and a better organized force for the future. Is this the militarization of the EU or just a prudent project? (8/10/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
The EU has recently revived its ambitions towards having a European army that could provide the continent with more security and a better organized force for the future. Is this the militarization of the EU or just a prudent project? (8/10/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
United States government shuts down
The republican congress did not agree with the Affordable Care Act;
A new health insurance plan under President Barack Obama, a democrat. Congress threatened that if Obama did not repeal this act, they would not pass a budget on time. (03/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
The republican congress did not agree with the Affordable Care Act;
A new health insurance plan under President Barack Obama, a democrat. Congress threatened that if Obama did not repeal this act, they would not pass a budget on time. (03/10/2013)
Taylor Hooper - USA Domestic Affairs Correspondent
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization – the New Axis of Evil?
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a security and financial regional organization similar in many ways to NATO or even the EU. The members include China, Russia, Uzbekistan Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. (28/09/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a security and financial regional organization similar in many ways to NATO or even the EU. The members include China, Russia, Uzbekistan Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. (28/09/2013)
Daniel How - Asia Pacific Correspondent
Mall siege as the climax to a series of attacks
The one event on the African continent which was most prominent in this week’s headlines and is sure to occupy International press in the weeks to come was without any doubt the shootings at Westgate Mall in Kenya’s capital Nairobi. (28/09/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
The one event on the African continent which was most prominent in this week’s headlines and is sure to occupy International press in the weeks to come was without any doubt the shootings at Westgate Mall in Kenya’s capital Nairobi. (28/09/2013)
K.V. Abbey - Africa Correspondent
Brazilian President's Speech at the UN and the NSA Scandal
Dilma Rousseff – president of Brazil demanded explanations from the United States. Recent news revealed that not only the most important national enterprise but also the personal communications of the president were being spied on by the US. (28/09/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Dilma Rousseff – president of Brazil demanded explanations from the United States. Recent news revealed that not only the most important national enterprise but also the personal communications of the president were being spied on by the US. (28/09/2013)
Daniel Courtouke - South America Correspondent
Southern Europe disappointed by German elections
Last Sunday German citizens made a clear choice in the election of the German parliament: Merkel will continue as German chancellor. The electoral campaign caused much attention from its beginning in Europe. How was the reaction in Southern Europe? (28/09/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Last Sunday German citizens made a clear choice in the election of the German parliament: Merkel will continue as German chancellor. The electoral campaign caused much attention from its beginning in Europe. How was the reaction in Southern Europe? (28/09/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
Are we currently experiencing the revival of American diplomacy?
In the past decade, American leaders often refused direct talks with their enemies – a policy with questionable results. The speeches of President Obama and President Rohani at the UN Assembly might give hints to change in doctrine. (28/09/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
In the past decade, American leaders often refused direct talks with their enemies – a policy with questionable results. The speeches of President Obama and President Rohani at the UN Assembly might give hints to change in doctrine. (28/09/2013)
Niklas Koch - North America Correspondent
Where is the European ship going to?
It is certain that the strength of something can be best measured in times of crisis. When a relationship, the crew of a ship, or even an economic union is able to cope with a situation that seems to be desperate, it endures and becomes nearly unbreakable. What will happen to the EU? (30/05/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
It is certain that the strength of something can be best measured in times of crisis. When a relationship, the crew of a ship, or even an economic union is able to cope with a situation that seems to be desperate, it endures and becomes nearly unbreakable. What will happen to the EU? (30/05/2013)
K. Wirthwein Vega - EU and Europe Correspondent
The Boston Bombing
The term ‘terrorism’ originates from the late 18th century, during France’s Reign of Terror, however it has probably become most commonly known since the 2001 September 11 Attacks, in which an extremist Islamic organization identified as al-Qaeda attacked the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., as well as an attempted attack on the United States Capitol... (06/05/2013)
E. Beck
The term ‘terrorism’ originates from the late 18th century, during France’s Reign of Terror, however it has probably become most commonly known since the 2001 September 11 Attacks, in which an extremist Islamic organization identified as al-Qaeda attacked the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., as well as an attempted attack on the United States Capitol... (06/05/2013)
E. Beck
Is the world facing a new threat?
When Bin Laden was still alive he gave ‘Terror’ a face and his presence provided the USA with an image of the enemy. This enabled the former US government to justify the so called ‘War on Terror’. Now that Bin Laden is gone and the ‘War on Terror’ seems to be coming to an end, the menace of terror remains very real, as the latest attacks have shown. (29/04/2013)
K. V. Abbey
When Bin Laden was still alive he gave ‘Terror’ a face and his presence provided the USA with an image of the enemy. This enabled the former US government to justify the so called ‘War on Terror’. Now that Bin Laden is gone and the ‘War on Terror’ seems to be coming to an end, the menace of terror remains very real, as the latest attacks have shown. (29/04/2013)
K. V. Abbey