Strategic Dialogue: Kosovo
February 29, 2008 | Was the United States too hasty in recognizing the new state of Kosovo? Ian Williams and Stephen Zunes have different takes.
Articles by Ian Williams
A New Kosovo
February 19, 2008 | Kosovo has declared its independence from Serbia. But there are still a few obstacles in the path of statehood.
Support Taiwan’s Democracy
October 31, 2007 | The United States should not abandon Taiwan at its time of need, argues Ian William.
Ban Ki Whom?
June 27, 2007 | Ban Ki Moon's first six months as UN Secretary General have registered on the low decibel end of the scale.
Taiwan’s Independence
December 20, 2006 | China wants Taiwan, Taiwan wants independence, and Ian Williams wants you to know why Taipei has a more compelling argument than Beijing.
Spirit of Christmas Pastand Future
December 15, 2006 | Ian Williams explains why rum is the true global spirit, with its warm beating heart in the Caribbean.
Reform or Counterrevolution at the UN?
August 7, 2006 | The glass of UN reform is more than half full, despite the best efforts of the United States and John Bolton.
Bush and Bremer Blinked
October 2, 2005 | The meeting between the UN, the Coalition, and the Iraqi Governing Council on 19 January suggests that the harsh realities of an election year in the U.S. may be making elections more feasible in Iraq.
Blair’s Pyrrhic Victories
October 2, 2005 | On the face of it, Tony Blair had an almost Clintonesque week as he walked away from two separate train wrecks seemingly unhurt.
Tear Down That Wall, Mr. Sharon
October 1, 2005 | The International Court of Justices advisory opinion on the legal consequences of the Israeli Wall in the Occupied Territories is a triumphant vindication of the Palestinian decision to get their case heard there, and of their long term strategy of underlining and restating their legal rights.