All Editorials
The Monitor's ViewWhy North Korea may be a threat to itselfA survey of refugees reveals a large underground economy in North Korea that runs on US dollars 鈥� and rising corruption. Perhaps the US needs patience as the regime rots from within.
The Monitor's ViewA borderless world in curbing corruptionMore countries now allow outside influence in battling corruption. Latest example: Ukraine agrees to set up an anti-corruption court as a condition of aid. A bill in the US Senate would greatly expand this global drive against graft.
The Monitor's ViewTurkey鈥檚 potential shift on mosque and stateA referendum result will likely give strong powers to a president who founded the governing Islamist party. As long as its democracy is preserved, Turkey may find a new balance between Islam and secular rule.
The Monitor's ViewWhen artists are on the frontlines 鈥� of peaceFrom South Korea to Colombia, many performers and other artists play a unique role in creating a receptivity toward peace and in healing the trauma of conflict. Their works can open a dialogue for trust, even amid war.
Global NewsstandCanada as international peacekeeper, US unilateral approach to North Korea may be a 'viable new alternative,' 'Righteous outrage' doesn't produce social change, To tackle terrorism, Saudi Arabia and Iran must resolve rivalryA roundup of global commentary for the April 17, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewNext up in curbing corruption: South AfricaLarge protests against corruption could help force President Zuma to resign. South Africa, like many large emerging economies, faces a rising demand for honesty and accountability.
The Monitor's ViewWhat Americans mean by 鈥榟ealth鈥�The concept of health has expanded rapidly beyond physical well-being, a survey discovers. More people expect health to be mental, even spiritual. Many industries, such as hotels and hospitals, are responding.聽
The Monitor's ViewEgypt鈥檚 example of cross-faith goodwillThe latest ISIS attack on 海角大神s pushes Egyptians to confront their religious tensions. Yet the country鈥檚 faith leaders are already ahead in grass-roots reconciliation.
The Monitor's ViewWells Fargo鈥檚 recovery from a costly scandalThe bank鈥檚 board releases an internal probe on the causes for the fake-accounts scandal and concludes that senior executives failed in their ethical management. Solution: Manage with incentives and examples that inspire employees to act rightly.
The Monitor's ViewTrump鈥檚 epiphany on SyriaOnce apparently indifferent to the slaughter in Syria, Trump as president saw more closely the killing of the innocent and knew of his power to prevent it. In a globalized world, such feelings of moral responsibility are new to many, not only an American leader.
Global NewsstandWill Trump's border wall suffer the same outcome as GOP health-care reform?, Middle East banks can fight terrorism, Ending rape culture through sex ed, Social media companies must cooperate in investigations, Ganges River ruling may not be a game changerA roundup of global commentary for the April 10, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewIf Trump visits China, here鈥檚 what he should seeThe US-China summit in Florida is only the start for redefining a difficult relationship. If President Trump now returns the visit, he should see the future of China 鈥� a place that leads in innovation and freedom.
The Monitor's ViewSyria is not a black hole for international lawEven though the conflict in Syria violates so many humanitarian norms, such as the use of chemical weapons, the world can keep supporting the hospitality of nearby countries in hosting Syrian refugees.
The Monitor's ViewThe quality that may sway France鈥檚 electionThe leading presidential candidate, Emmanuel Macron, is admired for his listening skills, a trait that young French voters cite as the most important leadership quality.
The Monitor's ViewWhen disaster brings reconciliationA massive flood in Colombia brought an offer of aid from a rebel group, another example of how disasters can bring people together and alter the course of history.
The Monitor's ViewTools to reshape digital etiquetteA survey of tech experts predicts that the future in online behavior could lead to less hate and misinformation with the right incentives and artificial intelligence. Individuals must be empowered to conduct civil public discourse.
Global NewsstandPopulism's effect on mainstream parties, Government must take action to save coral reefs, The influence of 'Brexit' in Asia, Combating famine in Somalia, Canadian attitudes toward illegal immigrationA roundup of global commentary for the April 3, 2017, weekly magazine.
The Monitor's ViewA ring of care for Mosul鈥檚 civiliansIn a precedent for urban warfare, Iraq鈥檚 battle to retake the city of Mosul from ISIS includes a chain of care facilities for civilians wounded in the intense fighting. This marks a triumph for humanitarian law.
The Monitor's ViewA neighborly rebuke to a wayward VenezuelaThe country鈥檚 biggest neighbors in Latin America insist on talks between President Maduro and the opposition to end a political and humanitarian crisis. Neighbors like that are now more common in the world.聽
The Monitor's ViewA good defense against terrorist hateAs Islamic State loses ground, it seeks a base in Egypt. A branch there has lately killed dozens of 海角大神s in an attempt to rally Muslims to its side. But the tactic has failed. Muslims instead are coming to the aid of 海角大神s.
