Politics
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Asia
Monocle talks to Japanese designers, architects and businessmen about what their country needs, post-election. Plus, a look at Hong Kong's pollution problem and Japan's approach to wealthy Chinese tourists.
Africa/Middle East
Somaliland pursues democracy despite its unrecognised status, Yemen's president claims a crime crackdown amid meltdown, and Gaza's schools reopen during a continued blockade of basic materials.
Americas
In our View from Washington, we look at one of Barack Obama's many dilemmas: whether to allow visitors from friendly countries to land on US soil without a visa.
Europe
The new leaders tasked with saving Eastern Europe from economic doom, the Swedish town that's delighted it's being dumped on, and why French holidaymakers might want to take out more travel insurance.
First lady
Bahrain’s Houda Ezra Ebrahim Nonoo has broken the diplomatic mould as a Jewish woman representing an Arab country. Relations with Iran and encouraging US investment in Bahrain occupy much of her time.
Soft focus
Since the fall of the Wall, Germany’s foreign office has become a master of gently promoting ‘Brand Germany’, with Berlin as the jewel in its decidely understated crown.
Expo 29: How I Govern
From Nagasaki to Washington, Monocle chronicles how a diverse group of presidents and mayors manage, from dealing with poverty and provincial wars to taking power naps and holding 'noodle' meetings.
Forecast 2010: Politics
Where will things kick off in 2010? Will anyone manage to make a new country in the new year? Or oust a tyrant? Or even manage to join the EU?
A better blueprint
Monocle’s 10 manifestos for the year ahead offer solutions for everything from urban renewal and education to soft power and healthcare, providing a blueprint for re-engaging communities and creating better cities.
Most unwanted
Monocle’s annual round-up of 20 people who we think deserve a bigger stage. We cover diverse professions, from shoe designers to politicians, because little life-affirming things matter too.
