In this remarkable debut, a range of characters rich in practical intelligence demonstrate the importance of influence.

ECONOMIST: Fiction from Pakistan

If the intelligence is sound, then the practical side of seizing these weapons stockpiles, and destroying the long range missiles, might not be insurmountable.

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As to whether the words will lead to practical co-operation, Mexican officials say they are getting more help with intelligence on the drug gangs from their American counterparts.

ECONOMIST: Mexico and the United States