Agence France-PresseJanuary 29, 2009 A new “Buy American” push in President Barack Obama’s economic stimulus plan is sparking protests about protectionism from US businesses and trading partners. more
Reuters January 29, 2009 Russia’s reported decision to halt the deployment of missiles on the Baltic Sea has exposed Polish and Czech security concerns as Washington starts to review U.S. plans for a missile shield in central Europe. more
Spiegel Online January 29, 2009 The European Union on Wednesday unveiled its far-reaching negotiating platform ahead of this year’s effort to find a successor agreement to the Kyoto Protocol. more
Associated Press January 28, 2009 Hoping for a fresh start with Europe, the Obama administration is sending a more high-powered delegation, led by Vice President Joe Biden, to Germany for an annual talkfest on foreign and defense policy. more
Reuters January 28, 2009 NATO countries expressed concern Wednesday about reports that Russia plans to set up bases in Russian-backed breakaway territories in Georgia, a NATO spokesman said. more