International Affairs Proposed India Nuclear Deal Strains Relations With Pakistan by Michael Coleman Pakistani leaders were understandably dismayed when President Bush offered rival India a historical pact to share U.S. civilian nuclear technology. Politics Democratic Republic of Congo Prepares for Historic Elections by Larry Luxner Free, multiparty elections are finally coming to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which despite its name, has never been much of a democracy. Diplomacy Belarus Ambassador Defends Controversial Election Victory by Anna Gawel Belarusian Ambassador Mikhail Khvostov staunchly defends his president’s controversial election victory and the subsequent arrest of hundreds of protesters. Business U.S. Labor Dispute Lands at Doorstep of Malaysian Embassy in Washington by Michael Coleman A U.S. labor protest that began in Ohio has found its way to the doors of the Malaysian Embassy in Washington, D.C. Summer Getaways Mid-Atlantic Resort Destinations Offer Variety of Summer Vacation Options by Alan B. Nichols Ocean City, the Outer Banks and the Hamptons offer Washingtonians a wide range of nearby vacation options in picturesque coastal settings.

Cover Profile: Colombia Colombia Taps Former President to Head Embassy in Washington by Larry Luxner Occasionally, the Washington ambassador of a country goes on to become its president—but what about the other way around? That’s the unusual case with Colombia’s Andrés Pastrana Arango. People of World Influence SAIS Dean Looks for Ways to Improve Leadership, Academics and Philanthropy by John Shaw Jessica P. Einhorn is the first graduate of the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies to serve as dean of the prestigious institution. International Affairs Horn of Africa Faces Famine Amid ‘Crisis in Governance’ by Sanjay Talwani Beyond the current drought plaguing the Horn of Africa, major fundamental changes are needed if the region is to escape its spiral of famine and poverty. Also see: Multiple Crises Challenge Continent of Africa Medical Special Section Four times a year, The Washington Diplomat publishes a special section focusing on Medical issues. The May section features articles on the deadliest of gynecological cancers, ovarian cancer and why rates for tuberculosis are up for certain groups of people. Education:Podcasting Phenomenon of Podcasting Helping Students of All Ages by Carolyn Cosmos Podcasting is an Internet tool that is being eagerly ado pted by information providers of all kinds, including educators and students worldwide. Education: Protocol and Etiquette Protocol School of Washington Teaches Fine Points of Faux Pas by David Tobenkin Protocol and etiquette officers rely on quick reaction to avert a major faux pas—and the Protocol School of Washington is where they can sharpen their craft. Check out the arts section for the latest in museum exhibits,dance, theater and much more.