Wounded Giants

December 30, 2011 0

French President Sarkozy’s request for Chinese money in support of the euro rescue symbolized three historic shifts in great power relations: the fragility and endangerment of the European project, the ascendance of China, and the beginning of the end of the American era. […]

Happy New Year?

December 22, 2011 0

With the global economy on unstable ground and little economic space remaining for additional policy support, world leaders must focus on preventing a catastrophe in Europe. […]

The Euro Contagion

December 13, 2011 0

Europe is trying to solve its economic problems through further fiscal integration and greater financial oversight, but fears are high that the steps taken thus far are not enough to stem the crisis. […]

Preparing for Eurogeddon

December 8, 2011 0

The United States must take urgent steps to help Europe resolve its debt crisis, while simultaneously preparing for the worst—the collapse of the both the euro and global financial system. […]

Where is the Global Trade Agenda Headed?

December 7, 2011 0

The eighth World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference in mid-December will be held at a time when the global trading system faces considerable challenges, including a deteriorating global economic environment and mounting trade tensions. […]

The Turkey Has Landed

December 1, 2011 0

After the failure of the U.S. “supercommittee”—which may mark the beginning of a multi year impasse—it is far from clear that Washington lawmakers will be able to address the country’s fiscal problems before the markets turn. […]