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Bush in Africa: A Continent Adrift

Posted on February 21, 2008
Previously filed under: Africa, Opinions and Editorials
The author analyzes the relations of the US with a handful of African nations. These countries play a critical role as possible pivot points for progress on the continent.
Keywords: Africa, conflict, security, development, policy

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Basra Fishermen Suffer Security Squeeze and Fuel Price Hike

Posted on May 8, 2007
Topics: Globalization, Energy and Oil
Countries: Iraq
Previously filed under: Europe and Middle East, General Globalization
Soaring fuel prices and increased security in Iraqi waters make it difficult for Basra fishermen to support their families.
Keywords: security, poverty, Fuel Prices

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Security and Prosperity in the 21st Century

Posted on November 19, 2003
Topics: Conflict and War
Countries: Iraq
Previously filed under: General Globalization
Former President Bill Clinton expresses his views on globalization at Yale University.
Keywords: terrorist, security, al qaeda

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Surplus Rice in Japan 'Could End Rice Crisis'

OneWorld Daily Headlines - Thu, 05/15/2008 - 23:44
Selling excess rice held in Japan and imported from the United States would incite a rapid drop in the global price of rice but requires immediate action from Tokyo and Washington, write former editor of The Rice Trader, Tom Slayton, and policy analyst, Peter Timmer.

Half in Ten

OneWorld Daily Headlines - Thu, 05/15/2008 - 23:44
Four prominent American social justice groups are launching a campaign to halve poverty in the United States in 10 years.

Myanmar Farmers May Miss Harvest

New York Times - Thu, 05/15/2008 - 21:34
The timing of Cyclone Nargis, which disrupted farmers as they were preparing to plant, could not have been worse.

In Departure, China Invites Outside Help

New York Times - Thu, 05/15/2008 - 23:43
China sought experts and equipment from Japan and Taiwan as President Hu Jintao visited the area affected by the earthquake.

The Caucus: Edwards to Endorse Obama

New York Times - Wed, 05/14/2008 - 15:38
The Obama campaign is hoping that John Edwards’s endorsement will be taken as the start of a coalescence around Mr. Obama as the nominee.

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