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As more information about the Chilean quake comes to light, the growing consensus is that the damage is worse than originally predicted. Still, as was seen in Haiti, the devastation could have been much further reaching.
The Infrastructurist credits reinforced concrete columns, for the limited death toll. Anne Applebaum predicts an efficient recovery. And Matt Yglesias praises the role of government in times of crisis.
Less happily, The New York Times has reported on how rosier predictions about the quake’s aftermath may have been misplaced.
The dream of affordable automobile transportation is unleashed in India. The Tata Nano sells for $2,500.00
Can India’s highways, not to mention its environment, handle what is to come of this? Read about it here.
As if the cyclone was not damaging enough, Myanmar’s military government denies their citizens help by dragging their feet in allowing foreigners access to deliver aid. Read the latest here.
Global warming is creating havoc in Bangladesh. Read about it here.
The training wheels are off, and India is stepping up to be a global player. Read an enlightening breakdown of India’s foreign policy here.
Watch this fascinating short film here.
This excellent article is a must read. Find the CFR’s Elizabeth Economy article here.
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