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High stakes for investors in Iraq electionEarlier this decade, private equity firms rushed into Iraq as the US military headed out. But security deteriorated and economic legislation lingers.
Support wanes for Colombia's Santos, despite GDP growthPresident Santos has fostered a strong economy, but his lagging popularity can be tied to national protests in the farming sector and drawn-out peace talks with FARC rebels.
Security tops agenda for Obama's Philippines visitAs part of his four-country tour of Asia, Obama will visit the Philippines Monday. He's expected to highlight the importance of security cooperation and the Philippines' strategic role in the region.
Diplomatic fallout thwarts Gaza telecoms rolloutFaltering peace talks with Israel delayed a Palestinian company's plan to launch a second cellular service, including a 3-G network, in Gaza.
Good Reads: From Afghan interpreters, to Internet battles, to submarine historyThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes the challenge of winning Iraqis and Afghans asylum in the US, how a broadband monopoly came to be, an essay by an Israeli sniper, new ancient evidence of human activity, and the evolution of the submarine.
Rebels in South Sudan state massacre hundreds, hit oil industryConflict in South Sudan is worsening as rebels successfully take over a key oil production area. The violence threatens to delay the government's plans to restart oil production in the area.
Refugee crisis threatens to topple Jordan's economyWith a long history of accepting refugees, Jordan has opened its doors to more than half a million Syrians fleeing the conflict. But the aid is not flowing in to pay the costs and keep Jordan's economy afloat.
Macedonia's Gruevski looks set for double election win, but...After winning the first round of balloting Sunday, Prime Minister Gruevski's ally looks set to win Macedonia's presidency April 27 鈥� the same day as parliamentary elections, which Gruevski's party is also expected to win.
How Easter, V-E day may affect Ukraine crisisIf Russia decides to invade eastern Ukraine, the timing may depend on the calendar.
Economic fallout for Israel if peace talks break downIsrael has business reasons for keeping talks with Palestinians going, even if a framework agreement looks out of reach.
Good Reads: From Japan鈥檚 new stance, to women in science, to floating citiesThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes how Crimea is prompting a geopolitical shift in Japan, efforts by Bill Gates to solve world problems, how to get girls to become computer scientists, and a classic essay on baseball.
Costa Rica's likely next president eyes small firmsPresidential candidate Sol铆s is expected to win the election after ruling party candidate Araya dropped out last month. Sol铆s seeks to boost medium- and small-scale enterprise in Costa Rica.
Good Reads: From life-changing wells, to women who live as men, to acoustic wondersThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes the impact of drinking wells in Uganda, why an American reporter resigned from RT, Albanian mountain women who live as men, the continuing plight of bluefin tuna, and acoustic wonders.- Egypt Brotherhood verdict another blow to businessAn Egyptian court sentenced 529 alleged members of the Muslim Brotherhood to death last month, and reactions from investors, businesses, and tourists aren't looking good for Egypt's economy.
- After Kenya bombing and killing, concerns about instabilityInvestors in East Africa鈥檚 largest economy are used to the possibility of terror attacks, but a recent bombing in Nairobi's business district and others highlight Kenyan's continued struggle with security.
Despite protests in Taiwan, trade deal with China likely to proceedWhile President Ma Ying-jeou鈥檚 efforts to deepen ties between Taiwan and mainland China are contentious, protests also聽highlight public discontent with his domestic policies.
Venezuela's Maduro tries to assert his control, but unrest simmersVenezuela has implemented a new currency exchange, recognized huge debts owed to foreign airlines, and ousted an opposition congresswoman, sketching a picture of a government in control.
Good Reads: From Joe Biden's next steps, to a Fox News challenger, to backpack nukesThis week's roundup of Good Reads includes Joe Biden's political aspirations, Newsmax.com as a rising conservative media voice, Adam Lanza's father's search for closure, nuclear weapons carried in backpacks, and a study of fraternity life on college campuses.- Big oil, regional giants win contracts in MyanmarThe announcement of winners of rights to offshore oil and natural gas blocks followed months of anticipation as isolated Myanmar opened its doors to the global energy industry.
Optimism abounds as Iran warms up to WestAlready, businesses in Iran are pre-positioning themselves for the opportunities that could line up after a possible lifting of sanctions if an agreement is met on its nuclear program.
