Obama v McCain: World views

As the US election enters a new stage, BBC correspondents from around the world assess the local view of a McCain/Obama battle - and look at the issues the future victor would have to face.

China

The future president faces a dilemma when dealing with China: is the country a friend, or a strategic competitor?

South Asia

How will the US president deal with the militants linked to al-Qaeda, in the lawless border lands between Pakistan and Afghanistan?

Russia

Russia traditionally favours a Republican president but that may not be the case in this election.

Britain

Westminster politicians seem relieved that the contenders are more prepared to listen to views from abroad.

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