Andrew Mueller
Defence
Kosovo wants its own army, India wants to build its own weapons and the countries considering joining Nato.
Written authority
Ismail Kadare battled autocracy throughout his 60-year career to become a world-renowned author and Man Booker prizewinner. Monocle headed to Paris to meet Albania’s celebrated literary hero.
Africa/Middle East
The view from Gaza, a less than democratic election in Algeria and analysis on South Africa.
Africa/Middle East
The "new mod" style of Iranian prime minister Hassan Rouhani, and the Democratic Republic of Congo army's first ever victory.
Americas
San José's new flight, Montréal's crumbling bridge and El Salvador's election. Plus, an interview with the US housing secretary on rebuilding with resilience after Hurricane Sandy in the Americas.
Oceania
The tasks that await Australia's new PM, new urban projects for Auckland, why we might be hearing more from Tonga's King Tupou, plus a round-up of elections.
The eagle rebranded
Albania’s new prime minister has a daunting job. With high unemployment and endemic corruption, the nation is ready for change – and the somewhat eccentric Edi Rama is ready to step up.
Asia
"Resource diplomacy" in Japan, getting Mao for your money in China and why Singapore is looking north.
Africa/Middle East
The flight path from Nairobi to Guangzhou and Lebanon's tourism troubles.
