dispatch11.12.2009
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Russian President Dmitri Medvedev delivering the State of the State address on Nov. 12
Video Dispatch: Reforming Russia's Economy
November 13, 2009 0024 GMT
STRATFOR CEO George Friedman discusses the implications of the Kremlin's plans -- disclosed by Russian President Dmitri Medvedev in the annual State of the State address -- to let inefficient state-owned companies fail. [more]
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin (L) with Russian Emergency Situations Minister Sergei Shoigu on Sept. 21 in Moscow
Russia: A Domestic Battle - Fought Abroad
November 13, 2009 0034 GMT
Recent visits by Russian officials to Latin America have more to do with Kremlin politics than expanding Moscow's influence in the Western Hemisphere. [more]
French President Nicolas Sarkozy (L) shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Nov. 11
Israel, Syria: On Momentum Gained in Peace Negotiations
November 12, 2009 2226 GMT
As an Israeli message passes through French leadership to Syria, overtures between Israel and Syria are in play. [more]
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China Security Memo: Nov. 12, 2009
November 12, 2009 1923 GMT
Operating in China presents many challenges to foreign businesses. The China Security Memo tracks and analyzes key incidents throughout the country over the past week. (With STRATFOR Interactive map) [more]
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Situation Reports
Pakistan: Car Bomb Kills 4, Destroys Intelligence Agency Building
November 13, 2009 0343 GMT
A suicide car bomb killed at least four and wounded 20 when the Inter-Services Intelligence agency building in the city of Peshawar collapsed, Reuters reported Nov. 13 local time, citing witnesses and officials.
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U.S., Angola: Nations Meeting On Security, Energy
November 12, 2009 2351 GMT
Palestinian Territories: Commission Puts Off Elections
November 12, 2009 2340 GMT
U.S., Iran: Sanctions Extended For Another Year
November 12, 2009 2326 GMT
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The Hasan Case: Overt Clues and Tactical Challenges
November 11, 2009 1841 GMT
The Fort Hood shooting provides an excellent opportunity to examine the utility and limitations of national security investigations. [more]
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Twenty Years After the Fall
November 9, 2009 2040 GMT
The 20th anniversary of the Berlin Wall's fall provides a moment to consider the current state of Russia and the wider region. [more]
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And so, Obama's Trip to Asia Begins
November 13, 2009 0505 GMT
Obama departed for his weeklong visit to East Asia on Thursday, at a time when the region is undergoing significant changes. [more]
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