Economy Key to Egyptian Transition
Without key reforms the opportunities of the revolution may be squandered.
21 Apr 11
Editorial Comment
Bosnia Needs Proper Dobrovoljačka Case Probe
Justice will never be done as long as Bosnian inaction and Serbian posturing continue.
11 Apr 11
Nigeria: Democracy Under Pressure
Electorate’s patience tested as parliamentary polls postponed, and postponed again.
6 Apr 11
Mazar Tragedy Tests Western Resolve
But it would be wrong for Mazar killings and other deadly protests to fuel calls for an international withdrawal from Afghanistan.
4 Apr 11
Kabila Has Little to Fear From DRC Opposition
While they have talked about rallying around a single leader to contest presidential elections later this year, squabbling has made consensus impossible.
31 Mar 11
Playing Politics With the ICC
The Security Council’s referral of Libya to the Hague court highlights the limitations of international justice.
8 Mar 11
Arab TV's Morality Tales Turned Upside Down
For decades Egyptian soap operas conditioned Arabs to be virtuous and stoic when all around them was corrupt – TV footage of the Egyptian uprising has changed all that.
17 Feb 11
Kazak Early Election Presented as Democratic Option
President Nazarbaev offers “lesson in democracy” by dropping plans to extend current term, but slips in an early election instead.
4 Feb 11
Kato Killing Must Serve as Catalyst for Change
US president has mourned murder of Ugandan Gay activist – Ugandan leaders should do the same.
2 Feb 11
Abyei Solution Key to South Sudan Stability
Disputed area of southern Sudan remains a potential flashpoint– but not because of its oil resources.
13 Jan 11
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