The temporary drop in crude oil prices which began some months ago is due to a combination of factors affecting supply and demand. However, the trend is rising to the point that there seems to be a greater prospect of a “third oil shock.” Several factors currently moderate the rise in crude oil prices. After strong variations, the crude « Brent » of the North Sea, which is the benchmark on cash

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In light of developments in emerging countries, particularly in China and India, a subject which has been widely reported, I would like to address a so-called US-China G2. The concept of G2 proposed a kind of co-piloting of world affairs by the current superpower, the United States, and the rising power, China. I think we should separate the myth and reality within this issue by going over the realities G2

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I would like to briefly share with you some views about consular protection within the European Union, particularly in the wake of the Lisbon treaty. It is not a core issue for today’s Dialogue, but I personally think that it is a good focus to understand where we are and where we could be. My assessment will be quite practical, based on the experience collected in the Crisis management Department

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