Assad's future options

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Syria has transformed its image from that of a rogue state to a nation worthy of saving and improving. The government of Hafiz al-Assad remains dictatorial and ruthless in repressing internal enemies, yet has tilted sufficiently toward the West to win some understanding and patience. Hassad has made himself more acceptable and, in some ways, essential to the West without sacrificng an exit strategy. He has, however, also managed to convince his regional neighbors that he is still his own man. It is believed that he can continue this delicate balancing act in the short to medium term while keeping Syrian foreign policy options open.

National Defense, Syria

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Past problems hamper future progress for the Honduran Army

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The Honduran Armed Forces is facing several challenges as it submits to civilian authority. Aside from continued budgetary cuts, the military establishment sees its influence diminish with the transfer of internal security to civilian-controlled police in the near future. There are concerns that these challenges may throw Honduras to a military confrontation on the southern border over territorial disputes as espoused by some radical factions.

Honduras, Dept of Defense

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How inevitable is an Asian `missile race'?

Article Abstract:

The nuclear tests conducted by India and Pakistan in May 1998 brought about concerns about the inevitability of a regionally destabilising missile race between the two countries. In economic terms, neither India nor Pakistan have sufficient means to sustain a missiles race. In addition, the countries have declared that their respective nuclear weapons are intended for self-defense, not to mount a threat against another country.

Asia, Defense Programs NEC

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