Ian Fletcher, Adjunct Fellow of the US Business & Industry Council, recently reviewed The Maxims of Politics: “Mullikin does it again! In this hard-hitting, insightful, and practical book, the author shows why he is one of the most interesting analysts of our political scene today. This book will be of interest to both political professionals [...]
What can we expect to happen next after the breakdown in Copenhagen? Considering that no deadline was put in place to reach an international accord, it seems safe to say that such an agreement is easily several years away, particularly in light of the great differences that exist on the major issues, like binding emission [...]
The U.N. Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen ended early this morning with delegates voting to “take note” of an agreement brokered by the U.S. that essentially establishes a system for third party verification of emissions and aid to developing countries. The final agreement did not establish binding emission reduction targets or even set a timeline [...]
The site of the Copenhagen Climate negotiations – a conference center called Bella Center – is situated between busy roads and rail tracks south of town and surprisingly isolated from the heart of the city. Like the short leash they have given protesters here, security is paramount at the Bella Center. Your only chance to [...]
It’s about the money. Yesterday the International Herald Tribune reported that the African Union, fearing that they may be forced to return to Africa with no cash in their pockets, has returned to talks at Copenhagen with a new proposal.