World Affairs Council of Dallas/Fort Worth

The Turkish economy outpaces the rest of the world but will domestic tensions threaten its future growth? Turkey’s economy grew an annual 10.3 percent in the second quarter of 2010, matching China’s economy as the fastest growing in the world. However, controversial government policies, media censorship and intensifying conflict with the Kurdistan Workers' Party are causing fissures among the Turkish people. What does the future hold for Turkey?

Despite the global recession, many emerging countries are experiencing unprecedented growth. China, India and Brazil top this list and are attracting foreign investment as their expanding middle classes look for new ways to spend their incomes.

Why should we be good? What exactly is dharma? With flair, wit and effortless erudition that have made him a bestselling author around the world, Gurcharan Das talks about his own personal search for a more meaningful life.

As the drug war rages on in Mexico, author Ed Vulliamy provides a first-hand look at conditions along the U.S.-Mexico border and people affected by the violence.

C.J. Chivers, senior writer for The New York Times and author of The Gun: The AK-47 and the Evolution of War, speaks to a Council audience about his soon-to-be-released book and the history of the AK-47.

In March, the GAVI Alliance signed a deal with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the governments of five countries - Italy, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Norway - and pharmaceutical companies to supply low-cost pneumonia vaccines for babies in Africa.

The year 2011 will be significant for the United States in Iraq, with all combat troops scheduled to depart the country by December 31. Even so, according to Ambassador Ryan Crocker, the United States must have the “strategic patience to remain engaged” in Iraq for the long term.

As many Latin American countries commemorate the 200-year anniversary of their independence, the region has much to celebrate. The majority of the area’s economies have strengthened in recent times, demonstrating resilience during the global recession because of sound macroeconomic policies and increased foreign investment.

Nearly two years after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, the World Affairs Council and The Economist will examine key questions about the policies and leaders of the global economic recovery

Karl Rathjen, M.D. speaks about his experiences working in Haiti during the second week following the earthquake and share his perspective on the impact of relief efforts.