Note: Going underground
Going underground. The success of BYD and China’s EV industry comes in part from their control over their supply
Note: History begins again
History begins again. February 24 will mark the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Last May, Ivan Krastev
The Soleimani gambit
What is Iran up to in the Middle East? Vali Nasr on the Islamic Republic’s strategy to come away as the Gaza war’s biggest winners.
Note: Putin’s dreams
Putin’s dreams. Last week, the U.S. television host Tucker Carlson, formerly of Fox News, interviewed Russia’s President
Ruler of all India
How is Narendra Modi transforming his country? Omair Ahmad on the rise and reach of Hindu nationalism.
Note: Days of rage
Days of rage. In October, after Israel began its military incursions into Gaza, Steven Cook explored the strategy and results
Pictures of Israel
What does the war in Gaza mean for the country at home and abroad? Natan Sachs on resilience, doubt, and the challenge of preventing the next October 7.
Note: Bridges to nowhere
Bridges to nowhere. On January 28, a court in Hong Kong declared the Chinese company Evergrande—not long ago the
Grappling with the giants
How will new regulation affect the course of AI? Daron Acemoglu on the challenges of trying to rein in a powerful and fast-moving tech industry.
Note: Under pressure
Under pressure. Since January 1, China’s main stock markets have been in sharp decline. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng