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William H. Overholt

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William H. Overholt is a senior fellow at the Fung Global Institute and the Harvard University Asia Center.

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China’s Xi Factor

China’s Xi Factor

Dec 16, 2013 William H. Overholt traces the origins of Xi Jinping's rise to power in China.

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China’s New Reforms in Theory and Practice
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China’s New Reforms in Theory and Practice

Nov 15, 2013 William H. Overholt examines the economic and political implications of the Chinese authorities' latest market-oriented changes.

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Is Peace with the Taliban Possible?
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Is Peace with the Taliban Possible?

Amin Saikal says current American efforts to reach a political settlement in Afghanistan have worrying historical parallels.

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The Power of Cash for Refugees
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The Power of Cash for Refugees

David Beasley touts the many benefits of innovative assistance programs like Turkey's Emergency Social Safety Net.

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Whither Central Banking?
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Whither Central Banking?

Lawrence H. Summers & Anna Stansbury

In an environment of secular stagnation in the developed economies, central bankers’ ingenuity in loosening monetary policy is exactly what is not needed. What is needed are admissions of impotence, in order to spur efforts by governments to promote demand through fiscal policies and other means.

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The Unsustainability of Inequality
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The Unsustainability of Inequality

James K. Galbraith

By treating inequality exclusively as a microeconomic issue, economists have been missing the point for decades. There is ample evidence to show that income disparities within countries have more to do with global financial forces than with local labor-market conditions.

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Why the Middle East Is Betting on China
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Why the Middle East Is Betting on China

Galip Dalay says that deepening bilateral relationships reflect a desire for economic development without political reform.

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Turkish Democracy Is Down, But Not Out
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Turkish Democracy Is Down, But Not Out

Javier Solana says reports of the possible death of a key strategic relationship are almost certainly exaggerated.

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Will Democracy Die Last?
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Will Democracy Die Last?

Dominique Moisi calls reports of the triumph of authoritarianism and populism over liberal ideals premature.

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The Anatomy of the Coming Recession
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The Anatomy of the Coming Recession

Nouriel Roubini identifies three negative supply shocks that could sap business and consumer confidence in the coming months.

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