Feb. 2, 2008 23:33

Illegal International Trade

Posted by NancyOta under [General ]
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This article discusses a major drug interception off the coast of Liberia. It is interesting because, at a national, regional, and international level, there are multiple measures in place to prevent this type of illegal international trade and yet it is still pervasive. See http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/em/fr/-/2/hi/africa/7222809.stm .
 

Feb. 2, 2008 23:30

Impact of Iranian Economy on Its Politics

Posted by NancyOta under [International Politics ]
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This article presents the interrelation between the economic and political situations in Iran, whch is especially important to consider given the recently enacted UN economic sanctions against Iran. See http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/03/africa/03iran.php .