Archive
March 9, 2011
March 09, 2011
Power of Languages
Chinese has the potential to become the next global language. Its rise has also made it an effective soft power tool.
March 09, 2011
Decision Time in Afghanistan
Arab world unrest shouldn’t distract from the looming abyss of the Afghan War. The US should welcome a Turkish move to engage the Taliban.
March 09, 2011
A Borneo Tea Party
A tea party deep in Borneo offers a temporary alternative to forming a political party for three Malaysian states.
March 09, 2011
How Much Does School Matter?
China’s leaders see education as the key to creative success. But can schools really inculcate creativity?
March 09, 2011
Sonia Gandhi’s Stock Rises
Sonia Gandhi took a tough line over DMK threats to leave the UPA government. It seems to have paid off.
March 09, 2011
Japan’s Crisis Opportunity
Arab world unrest has prompted countries to again question their dependency on oil. Japan could cash in.
March 09, 2011
Did India Shift Nuclear Posture?
Do comments by Indian National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon mark a shift to a first use nuclear posture?
March 09, 2011
Charlie Sheen 'Is Not Filial'
A satirical take on Charlie Sheen’s dispute with producers offers some relief from a stale East vs West debate.