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Economics International

Can a China-US investment treaty bring security to the Asia-Pacific?

While discussions surrounding a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) have focused on the potential for increased trade and investment, a BIT could also help alleviate security concerns and create lasting peace

Asia Pacific Politics

US-Vietnam economic ties to increase after historic visit

This July, the Secretary-General of the Vietnam Communist Party (VCP) made a five-day visit to the United States. A Joint Vision Statement was released during the visit, emphasizing enhanced economic and security

International Politics The Week Ahead

GRI’s Weekly Risk Outlook

Japanese PM Abe seeks assurances on defence and trade. US Fed to keep rates low but focus on dollar surge. India to deepen influence when Afghan president Ghani visits. ASEAN

North America Politics

What to expect from Obama’s AUMF request against ISIL

The White House submitted a draft joint resolution to Congress requesting a three-year authorization for the use of military force (AUMF) against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant

North America Politics

US-Cuba thaw has a long road ahead

President Obama’s decision to re-establish relations with Cuba this week will yield a short-term uptick in bilateral trade, but realization of long-term investment opportunities remain some ways off. Wednesday’s bombshell that