Endgame for the Euro?

Levy Economics Institute

This 17-page US policy brief argues that major restructuring is vital to the continuation of the Eurozone

Ageing Posted: 2010-09-02

Equity and Excellence: Liberating the NHS

Department of Health UK

This 61-page White Paper sets out the UK Government's long-term vision for the future of the National Health Service

Health Posted: 2010-09-02

Twin States in East Asia: Japan-ROK Relations in a New Era

AJISS

A Japanese article examining the likely future relationship between Japan and South Korea

Foreign Policy , Regional Posted: 2010-09-01

Russia's Far East and Japan: Obstacles to Cooperation

JISS

A Japanese article describing the prerequisites for the development of a two-way economic relationship between Japan and Rusia

Globalisation & International Trade , Regional Posted: 2010-09-01

Kuwait: Signs of Renewal

IISS

An article commenting on Kuwaiti stagnation since the Iraqi invasion

Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-09-01

Balkan Crime Jeopardises EU Accession Hopes

IISS

A commentary asserting that recent evidence of the depth and scale of criminal and corrupt activities have bolstered the arguments of those who believe that these countries have a long way to go before they can accede to the EU, and that any attempt to accelerate their accession would be mistaken

European Union , Corruption Posted: 2010-09-01

The Dynamics of Spending and Absorption of Aid: Panel Data Analysis

IDE

This 44-page Japanese discussion paper studies the spending and absorption of aid in PRGF-supported programs, verifies whether the use of aid is programmed to be smoothed over time, and analyzes how considerations about macroeconomic stability influence the programmed use of aid

International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-31

How Has Financial Deepening Affected Poverty Reduction in India? Empirical Analysis Using State-Level Panel Data　

IDE

This 38-page Japanese discussion paper examines empirically whether financial deepening has contributed to poverty reduction in India

Poverty & Hunger , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-08-31

Arabs vs. the Abdullah Plan

"Middle East Quarterly"

A 10-page US article analyzing the inter-Arab context in which the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative was adopted and the degree of its continued relevance

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Regional Posted: 2010-08-31

Direct Palestinian-Israeli Negotiations: The Looming Risks of a Necessary Step

Brookings

A US article assessing the prospects for the direct Palestinian-Israeli negotiations

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Regional Posted: 2010-08-31

United States Gives Itself High Marks on Human Rights, but What Comes Next?

Brookings

A US commentary on an assessment of its human rights record submitted to the UN Human Rights Council as part of the UN’s newest human rights mechanism

Human Rights Posted: 2010-08-31

HEAT: A Hands-on Energy Adaptation Toolkit

World Bank

This toolkit is designed to lead policymakers through an assessment of climate vulnerabilities and adaptation options in a country's energy sector

Climate Change & Environment , Energy Posted: 2010-08-31

The Economic Consequences of "Brain Drain" of the Best and Brightest: Microeconomic Evidence from Five Countries

IZA

This 45-page discussion paper presents the results of surveys which tracked academic high-achievers from five countries to wherever they moved in the world in order to directly measure at the micro level the channels through which high-skilled emigration affects the sending country

Immigration & Refugees , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-08-30

Migration and Culture

IZA

This 30-page discussion paper is concerned with how culture manifests itself in the migration process for three groups of actors: the migrants, those remaining in the sending areas, and people already living in the recipient locations

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-08-30

Are Older Workers Worthy of Their Pay? An Empirical Investigation of Age-Productivity and Age-Wage Nexuses

IZA

A 23-page discussion paper comparing age-wage and age-productivity profiles

Ageing , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2010-08-30

Making the Right Turn: A Guide About Improving Transition Outcomes for Youth Involved in the Juvenile Corrections System

National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability for Youth

This 71-page US report has been developed to assist professionals in the workforce development system in gaining a better understanding of the needs of youth involved, or at risk of being involved in the juvenile corrections system

Families, Children & Youth , Crime, Law & Order Posted: 2010-08-28

America Leaves Iraq: A Strategic Appraisal

IDSA

An Indian commentary assessing the future prospects of Iraq as well as the strategic lessons learnt by the United States during its seven-year involvement in the country

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-28

If India Tests? The Implications for the Indo-U.S. Civil-Nuclear Deal

IDSA

This 10-page Indian issue brief assesses the probable US response in the event of India resuming nuclear testing

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-28

The Sochi Summit: Fresh Moves on The Grand Eurasian Chessboard

IDSA

An 8-page Indian issue brief reporting on the regional implications of the second Sochi summit

Regional , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-28

Experimental Approaches in Migration Studies

World Bank

A 26-page research report into methods for identifying the impacts of potential migration for individuals or their families

Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-08-27

A Complex War in the Shadows

ORG

This 4-page UK briefing looks at recent developments in Afghanistan and the United States’ increasingly shadowy war against al-Qaida. It also examines the planned withdrawal of US combat forces from Iraq and the debate about the US withdrawal from Afghanistan due to start in July 2011

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-27

Comprehensive Responses to Gender Based Violence in Low-Resource Settings

Population Council

This 56-page report reviews the findings, lessons learned, and promising practices in the provision of comprehensive SGBV services in sub-Saharan Africa

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Human Rights Posted: 2010-08-26

Understanding Female Suicide Terrorism in Sri Lanka through a Constructivist Lens

CCC

A 25-page US paper arguing that three primary factors suggest a constructivist interpretation provides a more sufficient tool for understanding the use of female suicide bombers: 1) a number of institutional programs promoted discrimination, suppression and violence against Tamil society; 2) the LTTE organization was able to harness discontent and mobilize women as protectors of the Tamil nation; and 3), the above two factors were skillfully wrapped in a narrative of cultural liberation that outlined the necessity of female martyrdom

Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-26

The Perilous Slog of Asymmetric Warfare: A Better Way Forward in Afghanistan

CCC

This 26-page US paper explores the utility of special operations forces (SOF) in association with tribal engagement

Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-26

Renewing the Direct Negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians

INSS

An Israeli article assessing the prospects for success in the renewed direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Regional Posted: 2010-08-26

Kosovo and Serbia after the International Court of Justice Opinion

Crisis Group

This 36-page report looks at the real opportunity that Kosovo and Serbia currently have to resolve differences, establish bilateral relations and unblock their paths to greater European Union (EU) integration

Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2010-08-26

Mekong Tipping Point: Hydropower Dams, Human Security and Regional Stability

Stimson Center

This US paper describes how Mekong governments are making economic development decisions now that, if not soon reconsidered based on more careful study, will imperil food security and livelihoods, threaten domestic political stability, and put great stress on still distrustful regional relationships

Energy , Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-24

WMD, Drugs, and Criminal Gangs in Central America

Stimson Center, Stanley Foundation

A 26-page US project report illustrating the intimate nexus between human development and security in Central America

Crime, Law & Order , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-24

A European Voluntary Humanitarian Aid Corps

SWP

A 4-page German commentary urging the establishment of a European Voluntary Corps modelled after the US Peace Corps

Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , European Union Posted: 2010-08-24

Ending the Gaza Blockade: But How?

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on the need to end the Gaza blockade and the difficulties involved

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-24

Parliamentary Dawn

SWP

An 8-page German commentary examining the implications of the new self-confidence of the European Parliament

European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-24

Obama's New Climate Policy

SWP

This 47-page German paper discusses the opportunities and challenges presented by climate policy change in the US

Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-24

The International Court of Justice and future of Kosovo

FRIDE

A 5-page Spanish policy brief examining the possible outcomes of the ICJ’s decision on Kosovo's declaration of independence and analyses the possibilities of accession for Kosovo and Serbia without Serbia recognising its neighbour

Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2010-08-23

The Future of the Euro

CFR

A US article considering the Euro's future

European Union , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-08-23

Disaster Politics

CFR

A US article on the relationship of political systems to disaster mitigation

Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-23

Aggression in the Court

CFR

A US article discussing the issue of the ICC\'s jurisdiction over the crime of aggression

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Crime, Law & Order Posted: 2010-08-23

Ghosts of Crises Past

FIIA

A 24-page Finnish paper comparing Japan\\\'s response to global warming with its earlier response to the 1970s oil crisis

Governance & Politics , Energy Posted: 2010-08-23

Why the EU fails: Learning from Past Experiences to Succeed Better Next Time

FIIA

The 79-page report of a conference held to discuss the current problems of the EU and their causes

European Union , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-23

Moscow After the Smoke: A Change of Thinking is Needed

FIIA

A 2-page Finnish commentary on Russia's preparedness to deal with rapid climate fluctuations

Climate Change & Environment , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-23

The EU and the Gaza Blockade

ISS

This 4-page analysis argues that a clear distinction between Hamas and the Gaza population would allow for a two-pronged strategy to both end the closure policy and revive representative peacemaking

Regional , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-23

Human Rights Challenges in EU Civilian Crisis Management

ISS

This 48-page occasional paper examines the operational models used by the EU in civilian crisis management operations and their implications in a human rights perspective

European Union , Human Rights Posted: 2010-08-23

A Strategy for EU Foreign Policy

ISS

This 86-page multi-author publication presents forecasts and perspectives on the European Union’s foreign policy strategy in the post-Lisbon Treaty context

European Union , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-23

Informing an Effective Response to Climate Change

The National Academy of Sciences et al.

This 4-page abbreviated report examines information needs relating to climate change and calls on the US federal government to build upon its existing efforts and those of state and local government, the private sector and citizens by establishing clear federal leadership, responsibility, and coordination for climate related decisions, climate risk management, information systems, and services

Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-22

False Impression: How a Widely Cited Study Vastly Overstates the Benefits of Charter Schools

EPI, Century Foundation

This 7-page US issue brief reviews a critical analysis of one study that appears to show remarkable results of charter school education, and points to other studies that would call into question the broad claims of success by charter school advocates

Education Posted: 2010-08-22

Seasonal Flu Vaccination for Young Children

Department of Health and Ageing - Australia

A 2-page bulletin by Australia's Chief Medical Officer concerning the monitoring of side effects with this year's seasonal flu vaccine in children under five years of age

Health , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2010-08-22

Afghanistan's National Security Forces

CFR

A US article assessing the capacity of Afghanistan's military

Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-21

The Point of No Return

The Atlantic

A US article assessing who, if anyone, will stop Iran before it goes nuclear, and how?

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-21

ESDP Operations and the Challenges of Evolving Multilateral Security

Cicero Foundation

An 8-page paper on the role of the ESDP in a fluid multilateral security environment

European Union , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-20

Intelligence Cooperation and Torture

Chatham House

This 8-page UK paper is a summary of an International Law Discussion Group that examined the legal and policy implications of relying for counterterrorism purposes on intelligence extracted by torture in third countries

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Human Rights Posted: 2010-08-20

Thailand: No Longer the Land of Smiles?

Chatham House

This 19-page UK paper assesses the political situation in Thailand

Governance & Politics , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-20

Modernisation and a New Political Game in Russia?

CEPS

This 2-page commentary explains why 2012 will be a decisive year for Russia and an interesting one for the rest of the world

Foreign Policy , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-20

Family Intervention Projects: A Classic Case of Policy-based Evidence

Centre for Crime and Justice Studies

This 21-page UK briefing is based on a comprehensive re-analysis of government- funded evaluations on the effectiveness of its Family Intervention Project (FIP)strategy

Crime, Law & Order , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2010-08-20

A New Apprach to Iran

CIS

A 51-page US paper on the need for transformative diplomacy in dealing with Iran

Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-20

Thawing the Frozen Conflict in Transdnestr

Moscow Times

This article describes a unique opportunity emerging to resolve a conflict that has implications for Russia, Europe and the United States

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Regional Posted: 2010-08-20

Why Russia Matters

CEIP

A US article on the importance of US-Russian relations

Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-20

Living From Fire to Fire

Moscow Times

A Russian article commenting on the government's inability to deal with disasters

Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-20

Building on Our Strengths

CCSA

This 139-page Canadian volume is designed to support the efforts of school/board staff, as well as other public health or addictions prevention professionals working in and with school-based substance abuse prevention and health promotion teams

Drug Abuse , Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2010-08-20

New Players in the Dispute over Iran’s Nuclear Program: Brazilian, Turkish and Iranian Objectives

BASIC

An 11-page paper examining the role of Turkey and Brazil in relation to Iran\'s nuclear programme

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-19

Cross-Border Terrorism in India: Counterterrorism Strategies and Challenges

ACDIS

A 31-page US paper offering recommendations for improving India's institutional capabilities, inter-agency coordination, and international cooperation in order to more effectively combat cross-border terror

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-19

The Case against Nuclearization of South Asia

ACDIS

This 33-page US paper explores the regional implications of nuclearized India and Pakistan

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-19

Understanding the Role of Bureaucracy in the ESDP

EIoP

A series of articles examining the role of bureaucracy in the ESDP

European Union , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-19

The Saudi Arms Deal

INSS

An Israeli commentary on a reported new deal for the US to supply arms to Saudi Arabia

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-19

Climate Change, Well-being and Human Rights

PRI

A 17-page Canadian discussion paper on how the physical effects of climate change will intersect with society and economies and the potentially significant environmental and human impacts that will result

Climate Change & Environment , Health Posted: 2010-08-18

The Arctic Ozone Layer

Environment Canada

A 52-page Canadian report on how the Arctic Ozone Layer is Responding to Ozone-Depleting Chemicals and Climate Change

Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-18

Chad: Beyond Superficial Stability

Crisis Group

This report highlights Chad's chance to escape the political and military crisis of the past five years

Governance & Politics , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-18

Global Warming and Extreme Events: Rethinking the Timing and Intensity of Environmental Policy

CESifo

This 34-page working paper assesses the implications of low-probability extreme events on environmental policy

Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-18

Building a More Resilient Haitian State

Rand Corporation

This 208-page US monograph supports the development of a Haitian state-building strategy by identifying the main challenges to more capable governance, evaluating existing plans for strengthening government institutions and improving the delivery of public services, and proposing a realistic and carefully limited set of critical actions

Governance & Politics , Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation Posted: 2010-08-18

Education: Gender Equality

Canadian International Development Agency

A 32-page Canadian paper on gender equality in education

Education , International Development Posted: 2010-08-17

Israel’s Blockade of Gaza, the Mavi Marmara Incident, and Its Aftermath

CRS

A 20-page US report on the Mavi Marmara incident

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-17

The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement

CRS

A 19-page US report on the development of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPP), a free trade agreement that includes nations on both sides of the Pacific

Globalisation & International Trade , Regional Posted: 2010-08-17

Iraq: Politics, Elections, and Benchmarks

CRS

This 26-page US report covers recent political developments in Iraq

Governance & Politics , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-17

Instability and Humanitarian Conditions in Chad

CRS

A 14-page US report on the political and security situation in Chad

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-17

Indicators Used Internationally to Measure Indigenous Justice Outcomes

Indigenous Justice Clearinghouse

This 8-page Australian brief aims to contribute to the further development of justice indicators for indigenous people by reporting on approaches used internationally

Indigenous Affairs Posted: 2010-08-17

Scaling-up Foreign Aid: Will the 'Big Push' Work?

Alfred Deakin Research Institute

This 22-page Australian working paper demonstrates that a \'big push\' in foreign aid will not lead to diminishing returns as long as donors get the inter-country allocation of aid right

International Development Posted: 2010-08-17

Drugs and Disordered Choices

An Australian essay on the nature of drug-taking

Drug Abuse Posted: 2010-08-17

Now it's Personal: Learning from Welfare-to-Work Approaches Around the World

Institute of Public Policy Research

A 34-page series of UK essays focusing on the role of the personal adviser as an important means of offering flexible, tailored support for people seeking work.

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2010-08-17

Policy Reforms and Homeland Security: The Question of Organisation

Australian Policy and History

A 2-page Australian article addressing the question of how to improve inter- security agency coordination

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-17

Quantum Surveillance and 'Shared Secrets': A Biometric Step Too Far?

CEPS

A paper arguing for a review into the use of Biometric security technology.

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Personal Privacy Posted: 2010-08-16

An Evaluation of the Compulsory Drug Treatment Program

Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research

A 68-page Australian report evaluating a compulsory drug treatment programme that consists of a five-stage post-sentencing programme

Drug Abuse , Crime, Law & Order Posted: 2010-08-16

Vision and Reality in the Middle East

INSS

This 122-page volume compiles edited versions of presentations delivered in December 2009 at a conference held to probe the most critical and challenging issues on Israel’s national security agenda and then together search for the policies that best advance Israel’s national security interests

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-16

Ministerial Review into the Public Health Response into the Adverse Events to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine: Final Report to the Minister for Health

Department of Health, Western Australia

The 113-page report into an alarming rise in adverse events following immunisation against seasonal influenza in Western Australia

Health , Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation Posted: 2010-08-16

Danish Foreign Policy Yearbook 2010

DIIS

A 233-page collection of articles and documents concerning various aspects of Danish foreign policy

Foreign Policy , European Union Posted: 2010-08-16

The Impact of Democracy Promotion on Party Financing in the East European Neighbourhood

EIoP

This 27-page paper investigates how the cooperation of European institutions (the EU, the Council of Europe, and the OSCE) in democracy promotion affects the success of European conditionality on party financing in the East European Neighbourhood

Governance & Politics , European Union Posted: 2010-08-16

Cross-Country Evidence on Teacher Performance Pay

IZA

By combining country-level performance-pay measures with rich PISA-2003 international achievement micro data, this 32-page discussion paper estimates student-level international education production functions

Education , Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2010-08-16

Labor Market Policy: A Comparative View on the Costs and Benefits of Labor Market Flexibility

IZA

A 36-page discussion paper reviewing theories and evidence on wage-setting institutions and labor market policies in an international comparative context. These include collective bargaining, minimum wages, employment protection laws, unemployment insurance (UI), mandated parental leave, and active labor market policies

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Social Policy Posted: 2010-08-16

After Copenhagen

CFR

This US working paper examines alternatives to the current multilateral frameworks for addressing climate change

Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-08-14

Wheat Supplies and Food Fears

CFR

A US brief assessing the potential for a global food crisis

Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-14

Understanding Quality in Context: Child Care Centers, Communities, Markets, and Public Policy

Urban Institute

This US study explores why the quality of child care programmes varies widely and how public initiatives can help poor-quality programmes improve. The researchers consider how a programme’s characteristics, its director, market forces, and government policies interact with each other

Families, Children & Youth Posted: 2010-08-13

Thinking Differently in an Attempt to Break the Somali Impasse

Afro-Middle East Centre

This 12-page South African paper discusses the origin and history of the current Somali crisis, examines AU interventions, and argues that for the situation to be resolved, a different way of thinking through the issue must be employed

Governance & Politics , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-08-13

Crimes against Humanity in Western Burma: The Situation of the Rohingyas

Irish Centre for Human Rights

A 154-page report on the persecution of a minority Muslim group in Burma

Human Rights , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-08-13

Middle East Peace is Possible: Germany Should Strengthen Obama’s Hand

Körber Foundation

This 51-page German policy paper argues that President Obama has enough charisma and power to achieve a Middle East solution, albeit with the support of the EU in general, and of France and Germany in particular

Disarmament & Peacekeeping , Regional Posted: 2010-08-13

BreastScreen Australia Monitoring Report 2006-2007 and 2007-2008

AIHW

This 113-page Australian report is the tenth report presenting national statistics (combining data from the 2006-2007 and 2007-2008 reporting periods) on key programme activity, performance and outcome indicators for BreastScreen Australia, which aims to reduce mortality and morbidity from breast cancer through detecting cancers early

Health Posted: 2010-08-13

EU Natural Gas Demand: Uncertainty, Dependence and Bargaining Power

Pan-European Institute

This 39-page Finnish report reviews and compares major long-term scenarios for the European Union’s demand, supply and imports of natural gas

Energy , European Union Posted: 2010-08-10

Current State and Prospects of the Russian Energy Sector

wiiw

This 36-page Austrian research report examines the current state and prospects for the Russian energy sector

Energy , European Union Posted: 2010-08-10

Key Readings on Policy Levers to Promote Social Inclusion and Respect for Diversity in Early Childhood

NCCP

This 8-page US resource includes a sample of research and policy books, articles, reports, and other resources reporting findings and lessons learned on the viability and effectiveness of various policy strategies to infuse a social inclusion and respect for diversity (SI & RD) perspective in early childhood education in the U.S.

Education , Social Policy Posted: 2010-08-10

Enhancing Disaster Recovery: Lessons from Exemplary International Disaster Management Practices

Journal of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

This 22-page US paper examines exemplary practices related to long-term recovery and redevelopment from disasters in other countries, and identifies key themes and promising practices relevant to the United States and other countries

Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation Posted: 2010-08-10

Constitutional Referendum in Turkey

SETA

A 32-page Turkish policy paper addressing Turkey's current constitutional reform package

Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-08-10

Youth Labour Markets in Europe and Central Asia

IZA

A 79-page discussion paper examining developments in and around the transition of young people from education to work in the ECA region in recent years

Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , European Union Posted: 2010-08-10

A Third Lebanon War

CFR

An 11-page US contingency planning memorandum considering the implications of a further Israeli-Hezbollah war

Defence, Terrorism & Security , Regional Posted: 2010-08-10

After Almaty: The Future of Karabakh Negotiations

ADA

An Azerbaijani article on the prospects for the Karabakh negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia

Governance & Politics , Foreign Policy Posted: 2010-08-10