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The Middle East: US Moves Out, China Moves in?
Ahead of Vali Nasr's June 17 discussion on the U.S. and China in the Middle East, what are the signs that China will step in to fill the void left by U.S. reluctance to engage further in the region?
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Peter Bergen Envisions the World After Osama
Arab Spring and Osama bin Laden's death threaten Al Qaeda, says veteran journalist and CNN analyst.
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Time Is Right For US Envoy to Burma
Suzanne DiMaggio, Asia Society's VP of Global Policy Programs, says every effort should be made to press for desperately needed reforms.
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Democracy and Strategic Rivalry in Central Asia
Experts explain how the 'great game' is alive and well with new players in this volatile, troubled region.
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Gareth Evans: Indonesia Relationship 'Catastrophic'
Veteran official deplores absence of engagement with one of Australia's largest neighbors.
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The Indian Ocean and the Future of American Power
Robert Kaplan sees the Indian Ocean region as central to US foreign policy in the 21st century.
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Clinton to Taliban: Dump al-Qaida or 'Face Consequences'
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton restates, clarifies US commitment in Afghanistan.
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Adm. Willard: North Korean Attack Could Come in 'Months, Not Years'
Four-star admiral cautions, however, that next North Korean attack could come in "months, not years."
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Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan and Pakistan: Where Are We Now?
A US Army Colonel and a Columbia University professor discuss the best ways to build stronger, safer countries.
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Counterinsurgency in Afghanistan and Pakistan: Where Are We Now?
A US Army Colonel and a Columbia University professor discuss the best ways to build stronger, safer countries.
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Missed Opportunities Thwart Progress on U.S.-Iran Relations
A panel of prominent experts discuss Iran and U.S.-Iran relations.
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