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Hugh White 3 hours ago Henry Kissinger: A man for the times Driven by a European-style statecraft, one of America’s most controversial figures shaped modern US foreign policy.
Stéphanie Fillion 3 hours ago Inside the tangled negotiations for a global plastic treaty Countries want to end plastic pollution by 2040 but haven’t yet found agreement on a path to the goal.
Neta Cynara Anggina 7 hours ago Indonesia: The high cost of high-speed rail A first for Southeast Asia is worth celebrating. But infrastructure spending still must prove itself effective.
Juan Battaleme 13 hours ago Argentina: From beggar to chooser Voters backed the promise of a functional economy with fewer restrictions, but the new administration will now need to convince the world.
Ian Satchwell 1 day ago Southeast Asia's minerals: Opportunity knocks Australia should make better use of its regional leadership in minerals technology, skills and governance.
Mark Pierce 1 day ago The Fix: Simple history is never simplistic Your weekly Interpreter feature about issues, resources and helpful distractions that might otherwise be missed.
Mark Beeson , Van Jackson 1 day ago Economic statecraft with American characteristics The United States keeps pitching Asia regional deals for economic arrangements that are not politically viable at home.
Ben Scott 2 days ago Hamas's position is stronger than many think Hamas has demonstrated surprising resilience and capability since its founding in 1987. It would be a mistake to believe it can be eliminated.
Achref Chibani 2 days ago The regional realignment on display at COP28 Middle East nations that built riches on fossil fuels are now presenting as friends for the Global South in an energy transition.