Noteworthy new reports from the Congressional Research Service that have not been made readily available to the public include the following.
“China-U.S. Relations: Current Issues and Implications for U.S. Policy,” updated October 1, 2007.
“North Korean Refugees in China and Human Rights Issues: International Response and U.S. Policy Options,” September 26, 2007.
“Saudi Arabia: Terrorist Financing Issues,” updated September 14, 2007.
“Terrorism in Southeast Asia,” September 11, 2007.
“Bangladesh: Background and U.S. Relations,” updated August 2, 2007.
“Cuba: Issues for the 110th Congress,” updated August 21, 2007.
“Presidential Directives: Background and Overview,” updated August 9, 2007.
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