Carnegie Moscow Center
Iran’s new president has paved the way for improved relations with the West. Now, the West must determine whether Iran’s changed rhetoric signals the start of a new direction.
The situation in Ukraine remains extremely tense. Each day brings dramatic developments from the region and a marked deterioration in Russia’s relations with the United States and other Western governments.
Cultural diplomacy plays a central role in EU-China relations. However, a number of obstacles remain that inhibit the extent and effectiveness of cultural exchanges between Europe and China.
International support for democracy and human rights faces a serious challenge after its increased influence in the last decades.
The Carnegie Middle East Center hosted a workshop in Beirut to present and discuss the findings of an assessment of the Syrian Crisis on regional stability with a specific focus on Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey.
In April, Indians will head to the polls to elect their next government. The incoming government will assume office saddled with thorny economic issues that range from large deficits and high inflation to sputtering economic growth.
In a landmark step, Tunisia’s Islamic and secular political forces reached accord on a constitution that provides a foundation for Tunisia’s transition to democracy. But while progress has been made, the country still faces serious economic and political challenges ahead.
Myanmar’s neighbors and other nations have important roles to play in that country’s development, both from an economic and a political perspective.
This panel examined the current state of Myanmar’s economy and near-term development plans and prospects.
This panel outlined recent U.S. and Japanese foreign and trade policy vis-à-vis Myanmar.