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Asia
China's negative image and we scrutinise the stuffy wardrobe of its president, Hu Jintao.
Dream team
Who would Monocle appoint to the US Cabinet? From CEOs to hip hop moguls, we’ve found a team of talented people who could change America’s image around the world.
Defence
Iraq's military shopping list, Israel's luxury blowholes, plus a global army update.
Americas
The Brazilian president's choice of transport, crimefighting in El Salvador and why brows are furrowed over a new three-wheeler in the US.
Capital idea
Founded 32 years ago, Nigerian capital Abuja was a utopian dream marred by corruption. Today, as cranes return, its new minister is attempting to forge a truly African city.
Africa/Middle East
A postcard from Mauritania, which has just had its fifth coup since the 1970s; the rise of Lebanon's Green Party and boar-hunting, Algerian style.
Oceania
Australia tackles tax evasion on Vanuatu, New Zealand uses music to fight antisocial behaviour and the tiny state of Timor-Leste gets its own airline.
Europe
Four young countries hold autumn elections, Finland's celebrity priests cause consternation, and Italy's drivers have a death wish.
Born days
In the second of a monthly series of international street profiles, we hotfoot it to Carrer del Rec, in Barcelona’s El Born district, for mid-century furniture, cocktails and the best burgers in town.
Heartland of gold
This month, we visit Kansas City, Missouri, where companies and start-ups are investing in America’s heartland. Low prices are luring new residents, but can the city overcome its small-town attitudes?
