Germany

“A common civilization is no guarantee of harmony; a different civilization is no guarantee of conflict or war.”

When China sneezes, the world could really catch a cold. How will deficit countries respond to this new reality?

Europe accounts for a fraction of Taiwan’s defense import needs. Expect things to stay that way.

Ahmadinejad’s offer to return to talks over Iran’s nuclear programme may not be sincere. But accepting it may be the least bad option.