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Barack Obama
Should U.S. Scramble?
The idea that the U.S. can stand still as China rises is misplaced. Washington needs to show it can scramble.
NATO to Talk Afghanistan
Afghanistan is set to top the agenda at the NATO summit in Chicago this week. Is commitment wavering?
Why Obama Went to Afghanistan
Barack Obama’s visit to Afghanistan last week was seen as political. Actually, it was all about the Taliban.
Chen and the Real Trust Gap
The U.S. must avoid high-level interventions into China’s domestic politics. But human rights can’t be ignored.
Politics and Drones
The Obama administration has opened up a bit on the use of drones. But there’s a political element to doing so.
Two Cheers for Hu and Obama
The deal over the Chen Guangcheng case may have been messy. But despite criticism, it was a good result.
Why Pick a Fight With China?
China faces numerous challenges if it wants to maintain its rise. The U.S. should stop acting as if tensions – or worse – are inevitable.
The Blanks in the Afghan Deal
The strategic partnership agreement between the U.S. and Afghanistan was useful, but leaves many questions.
Election Year = No Iran Deal
There are increasing signs that a breakthrough over Iran’s nuclear program could be in reach. But don’t expect Barack Obama to clutch at it yet.
India in an Election Year
Judging from two big foreign policy speeches last week, the U.S. doesn’t quite know how to handle India ties.
Pivot Out, Rebalance In
Talk of a U.S. pivot toward the Asia-Pacific is being replaced with the idea of a rebalancing. Regardless, U.S. military strategy is taking on an interesting shape.
Obama and the Possible
Barack Obama’s surprise visit to Afghanistan highlighted his deft political skills in a presidential election year.