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To compete globally, BRICS nations need reputation, not imitation

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by Ahmed E. Souaiaia*  BRICS nations The economic, political, and social rise of the Western block of nations was founded on the single most enduring currency: reputation. Reputation, the source of credibility and trust, is the real asset that allows the U.S. to project its stature around the world. BRICS nations cannot rise to prominence Read more

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Delimiting a New World Order: Religion, Globalism, and the Syrian Crisis

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Sovereignty, Legitimacy and the Responsibility to Protect:  Who is responsible and who is legitimate in Syria? by Ahmed E. Souaiaia* Syria and the New Middle East Western leaders’ conflicting statements underscore the unease about change in the Arab world. Unless one believes that diplomats speak unscripted, an earlier statementby U.S. secretary of State, John Kerry Read more

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