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After Nearly 50 Years, Burmese Leader Comes To Washington

Steve Inskeep — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:09:00 +0000

It's been a while since the last visit by a head of state from Myanmar. The last time was 47 years ago, when the country was still known as Burma. As President Thein Sein arrives at the White House Monday, some will hail him as a reformer who set his country on the path to democracy. Others may protest his arrival, as excessive recognition for a head of state that has presided over continuing human rights abuses.

Politics In The News

Steve Inskeep — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:21:00 +0000

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Again and again, President Obama's administration tries to pivot attention toward East Asia. Administration officials believe China and its neighbors are where the economic future lies.

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U.S. Point Man On Syria Meets With Rebels Inside Syria

Steve Inskeep — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:45:00 +0000

Ambassador Robert Ford crossed into northern Syria on Wednesday. The secret visit was confirmed by Syrian activists at the media office at the Bab al-Salama crossing on the Turkish frontier.

Violence Mutes Campaigning Ahead Of Pakistani Elections

Steve Inskeep — Wed, 08 May 2013 10:08:00 +0000

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Pakistan has seen its share of wild political events over the years: military coups, uprisings against dictators, even the occasional flash of democracy. But that vital and troubled U.S.

Italian Government Update

Steve Inskeep — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:34:00 +0000

Eight weeks after an exceptionally tight election, Italy still has no government. While the deadlock may be broken this week, the battle has wounded Italy's political establishment.