short readsSep 27, 2013 Child labor is declining but still common in sub-Saharan Africa, Asia The International Labor Organization estimates there are 168 million child laborers worldwide, a third fewer than in 2000.
short readsSep 25, 2013 The Middle East has the dimmest view of the United Nations A median of 56% in seven Middle Eastern and North African countries had an unfavorable view of the United Nations.
short readsSep 23, 2013 Sentencing of former party boss Bo Xilai puts focus on China corruption concerns The case of Bo Xilai, sentenced last weekend to life imprisonment, highlights an increasing central issue in Chinese politics: political corruption.
short readsSep 23, 2013 Global public opinion of Iran remains decidedly negative A median of 20% across 39 countries have a favorable view of Iran