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Policy Dynamics

“Brics” and “Brickbats”: Shaping the Next Phase of Economic Development

Posted on August 29, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/29/2013
Kenneth Maxwell looks at the corruption challenge facing the BRICs.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

The View from Beijing of Iran

Posted on August 27, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/27/2013
The PRC is a key global player in shaping the future of Iran.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Putin Renews Russia’s South Caucasus Offensive

Posted on August 26, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/26/2013
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently visited Baku.  
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

“Rethink” African Peacekeeping to Make it Viable

Posted on August 21, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/21/2013
A rethink is needed on peacekeeping in Africa if it is to remain a workable objective.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

Growing Up to Become a B-17 Co-Pilot

Posted on August 4, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/04/2013
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Is There a Future for Conventional Arms Control? The Challenge of Russian Military Exercises

Posted on August 4, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/04/2013
Does the conventional arms control process remain relevant in Europe?
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New

The Recent Russian-Chinese Naval Exercise: A New Phase for the Partnership?

Posted on July 31, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/31/2013
For the PRC, the exercise is part of its clear strategy of how it wishes to deal with Japan.
Posted in Con Ops, Policy Dynamics, What's New

The Pope Visits Brazil: Bad News Multiplied?

Posted on July 29, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/29/2013
The visit by the Pope to Brazil only highlighted the challenges facing the country.
Posted in Policy Dynamics, What's New
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