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Expo 40: Iran comes out to play
The former shah’s haven of hedonism, the island of Kish is being rediscovered as a place where the Islamic Republic can let its hair down (well, almost) and attract tourists.
Celtic tiger feat
After a disastrous recession, the erstwhile Celtic Tiger is licking its wounds. Lessons have been learnt by businesses willing to seize the opportunity for a rebirth, showing signs of economic recovery.
The leaders
Our heroes for the future, selected for their talents and problem-solving skills. During the recession, they have gone the extra mile to make the world a better place, giving us hope.
Environment Forecast
Chinese eco-cities, what the Pharoahs can teach us about climate change, and the battle between business and environmentalists over vast oil reserves in Canada.
Reach for the spy
As technology becomes more prevalent in the world of espionage, the idea of an undercover agent in a trench coat might seem old-fashioned. But the human touch is still very much in demand.
Politics Forecast
A look ahead at the year in politics, including the challenges facing Nicholas Sarkozy, some potential new EU members and the run-up to the US election.
Let’s talk about this
How do you persuade a Somali pirate to release his hostages or rebel kidnappers to let their abductees go? We meet the negotiators out to fix the world in 2011.
Danger zones
As 2011 approaches, storm clouds are gathering across international conflict zones. Monocle identifies the locations where things could kick off.
Urbanism Forecast
Cairo's new satellite cities, the migration from Mumbai to Bandra, and Asia's frantic competition to build the world's tallest skyscrapers.
The future starts here
Ten experts open their almanacs to explore the challenges of 2011 in the worlds of politics, banking, terrorism and defence.
