World
Left government possible in Spain, but social democrats divided
February 4, 2016After weeks of political wrangling saw no party win a majority, an arrangement to install a social democratic-led government now appears possible.
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Marking 30 years of economic reform, Vietnam moves ahead
February 1, 2016Three decades have passed since Vietnam first embarked on the process of economic opening and reform known as Doi Moi, or "Renovation."
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Iran elections: The illusion of democracy
February 1, 2016Iran's return to the international fold has been negotiated over a long period; it marks a change in relations with the U.S. and the EU.
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Explosions in Venezuelan capital, ultra-left blamed as tensions rise
January 28, 2016Four small explosive devices were detonated, three at a shopping mall and another near the Venezuelan National Assembly building.
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Peace finally possible in Colombia, justice less certain
January 27, 2016An agreement to end five decades of armed conflict between the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia and the government of that country now seems inevitable.
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