#Economic Challenges

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Gen Z Grapples with Challenges to the Traditional American Dream

Facing soaring housing costs, unstable job markets, and climate uncertainty, many in Gen Z still aspire to the classic American Dream but doubt its attainability. Their hopes are reshaping amid economic and social upheaval.

By Eleanor Vance • June 11, 2025 6 MIN READ

Gen Z Grapples with Challenges to the Traditional American Dream

Lee Jae-myung, South Korea’s newly inaugurated president, celebrates with his wife Kim Hye-kyeong at a post-election rally in Seoul.

South Korea Welcomes New President Amid Hope and Concern

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South Korea’s Incoming President Faces a Nation Deeply Divided Amid Global Uncertainty

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For decades, Japan has relied on debt-fueled spending to confront the country’s economic challenges.

Japan Faces Spending Constraints Amidst Soaring Public Debt

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Romania Faces a Critical Crossroads as Far-Right Candidate Leads Presidential Race

Romania's upcoming presidential runoff highlights a troubling surge of far-right politics amid persistent economic struggles, with nationalist George Simion poised to win amid widespread dissatisfaction with the status quo.

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Understanding the Dual Realities of China: What the U.S. Must Grasp

China presents a dual economic image: a technological powerhouse poised for global leadership and a struggling economy facing deep structural challenges. Recognizing both is vital for U.S. policy.

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Understanding the Dual Realities of China: Innovation and Economic Struggles

China presents a complex picture: a technological innovator rising on the global stage alongside an economy facing significant challenges. Grasping both sides is essential for informed U.S. policy.

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Zakir Khan reads a newspaper at a stand in Islamabad owned by Nazaman Abbasi. The headline highlights diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between India and Pakistan.

Despite Fiery Rhetoric, Pakistanis Long for Peace Over War

As tensions rise along the India-Pakistan border, ordinary Pakistanis face economic hardship and political disillusionment, hoping to avoid the devastation of conflict.

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