Author: Alvin Buerck
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Climate Change and Energy Policy in North America
North America faces climate challenges but aims for net-zero emissions via diverse strategies in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
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U.S. Presidential Election
International stakes are high as Trump and Harris vie for the 47th presidency in a tight, unpredictable U.S. election.
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Facing Russia’s War Economy
Russia’s war economy has defied initial predictions of collapse following Western sanctions. Instead, Russia’s GDP has grown, and its military spending has increased to 6% of GDP. However, the economy faces challenges, including human capital flight, reliance on fluctuating energy prices, and possibly capital depreciation. The limits of sanctions highlight the need for the West…
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North American Trade Relations
The free trade agreements NAFTA and USMCA played relevant but overexaggerated roles in shaping North American economies.
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Palestinian Statehood
The American blockade of a UN vote on Palestinian statehood highlights different positions on the international stage.
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The Red Sea Crisis
Escalating tensions between the US and Iran-backed Houthi rebels led to military actions and disruptions in the Red Sea region.