Defence, Terrorism & Security
Toward a Comprehensive Safeguards System: Keeping Fissile Materials out of Terrorists' Hands
American Academy of Political and Social Science
This 12-page US article explains the difficulties involved in building a comprehensive safeguards system for preventing nuclear terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-10-04
A Strategy for a Nuclear Iran
American Enterprise Institiute
A 6-page paper examining the strategic options available to the U.S. for dealing with Iran's drive towards nuclear weapon capability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-04
After London: Reassessing Africa's Role in the War on Terror
American Enterprise Institute
A 6-page U.S. essay stressing the importance of Africa in the war on terror
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-09-07
Domestic Threats to Iranian Stability: Khazistan and Baluchistan
American Enterprise Institute
An issue brief examining the robustness of internal stability in Iran
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-11-14
The Military We Need
American Enterprise Institute
A 100-page study of the armed forces needed to implement U.S. policy in the post-9/11 world
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-03
The Revival of the U.S.-Japanese Alliance
American Enterprise Institute
This 6-page essay comments on the strengthened security ties between the U.S. and Japan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-04
Strategy and Air Power
American Enterprise Institute
A 5-page U.S. essay re-appraising what air power can and cannot be expected to accomplish against present and future threats to U.S. interests
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-03-04
Responding to Terrorism: Russia at a Crossroads
American Enterprise Institute
A 5-page U.S. essay on the internal political implications of President Putin's response to the Beslan massacre
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-28
Economic Implications of a "Bold Switchover" in DPRK Security Policy
American Enterprise Institute
This 17-page U.S. paper examines the economic potential for North Korea of a dramatic policy shift to "defence sufficiency"
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-21
Rebasing, Revisited
American Enterprise Institute
This 6-page essay examines the challenge of re-positioning U.S. military bases so as to best meet present and future security needs
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-07
America after 9/11: Public Opinion on the War on Terrorism and America's Place in the World
American Enterprise Institute
A study of public opinion in the U.S. in respect of the war on terrorism, the Iraq War and the place of the U.S. in the World
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-01-11
In Iraq with the Coalition of the Willing
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
This 4-page article concludes that the difficulties encountered by the U.S. in forming ad hoc international coalitions for military operations may lead it in future to rely on bodies such as NATO
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-02-11
North Korea and Iraq
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
Summary of a U.S. round table discussion on the question of whether the Iraq war has had a positive or negative effect on efforts to control the spread of weapons of mass destruction
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-24
Facing Up to the Conflict in Colombia
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
This 3-page analysis aims to pinpoint the root cause of the conflict in Colombia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-02-24
Force Size and Strategy
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
A 6-page U.S. essay on the future needs for its armed forces
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-23
European Defense Reform: The Beginning of the Beginning
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
A 4-page U.S. commentary on the weakness of Europe's defence posture, with proposals for steps to improve it
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-20
Not Worth a Blue Ribbon
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
A 4-page critique of the 9/11 Commission report
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-17
The Human Dimension is Key to Controlling Proliferation of WMD
American Physics Society, Stimson Center
An article criticising past US policy for controlling the proliferation of WMD
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-03
Eastern Fronts
American Prospect Online
A commentary on the East Asia policy of the U.S.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-24
Drafted to Fight Terror: U.S. Public Health on the Front Lines of Biological Defense
Anser
A 71-page U.S. report examining the ability of the U.S. public health system to respond adequately to bioterrorist attacks
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Public Safety & Disaster MitigationPosted: 2004-09-24
Integrating Intelligence for Border Security
Anser Institute for Homeland Security
This magazine article advocates the adoption of Bayesian statistical theory to bind differing types of intelligence data into security-enhancing decisions that are legally and technically defensible and lucid
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-02-06
Security and Privacy
ANU
This Australian study is principally concerned with the ethical dimensions of identity management technology – electronic surveillance, the mining of personal data, and profiling – in the context of transnational crime and global terrorism
Personal Privacy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-01-18
Nuclear Forensics: Role, State of the Art, Program Needs
APS, AAAS
The 64-page report of a joint working proup examining the state of the art of nuclear forensics
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-11
Redrawing the Map of Legitimacy
Arab Reform Bulletin
A commentary arguing that the Israeli attack on Gaza simultaneously restored Hamas’ damaged legitimacy as the leader of the Palestinian resistance and pulled the rug out from under President Mahmoud Abbas
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-05
Yemen: Where is the Stability Tipping Point?
Arab Reform Bulletin
A 3-page US article on the situation in the Yemen
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-09
Security Sector Reform in the Arab Region: Challenges to Developing an Indigenous Agenda
Arab Reform Initiative
A 39-page analytical framework for a discussion of security sector reform in the Arab world
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-01-04
Lebanon's Future at a Crossroad
Arab Reform Institute
A 7-page essay on Lebanon's political crisis
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-04
The US and the Southern Philippines Quagmire
ARC
A 19-page Australian working paper describing the deepening US involvement in the Southern Philippines
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-05
Maritime Security in Southeast Asia: Between a Rock and a Hard Place
ARC
This 27-page Australian working paper explores the role of private security companies in securing vessels, ports, offshore energy installations and fishing grounds across Southeast Asia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-13
Verifying the Chemical Weapons Ban: Missing Elements
Arms Control Association
A US article examining gaps in the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) verification regime
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-01-18
Repairing the Nonproliferation System
Arms Control Association
An address by Hans Blix on how to advance the disarmament agenda and strengthen the global nonproliferation system
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-03
The Senate and the U.S.-Indian Nuclear Deal: Issues and Alternatives
Arms Control Association
Transcript of a press conference held to discuss the implications of the US-Indian nuclear deal on non-proliferation and global security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-11-17
The Nuclear Third Rail: Can Fuel Cycle Capabilities Be Limited?
Arms Control Association
An essay addressing the practicability of restricting states from producing and using fissile materials
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-12-08
North Korean Nuclear Crises: An End in Sight?
Arms Control Association
This article updates the progress made towards diffusing the North Korean nuclear crisis
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-01-17
Disarmament: Have the Five Nuclear Powers Done Enough?
Arms Control Association
An article examining the progress made by the five nuclear powers in meeting their NPT Article VI disarmament commitments
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-16
The Nuclear Fuel Cycle: Is It Time for a Multilateral Approach?
Arms Control Association
This paper considers the case for a multilateral approach to nuclear nonproliferation
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-10
U.S.-India Nuclear Cooperation: A Reality Check
Arms Control Association
A commentary on the U.S.-India nuclear cooperation and nonproliferation agreement
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-09-06
Time For Arms Talks? Iran, Israel and Middle East Arms Control
Arms Control Association
An article arguing that diplomatic efforts currently focused on Iran need buttressing by attempts to create a more favourable regional climate for arms control
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-03
Missile Defense Collision Course
Arms Control Association
A US article commenting on the US proposal for siting misile defence facilities in Eastern Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-09
Who Did It? Using International Forensics to Detect and Deter Nuclear Terrorism
Arms Control Association
An article arguing for the creation of an international forensic service to track any nuclear attack to the source of the materials
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-10-12
An Unrealized Nexus? WMD-Related Trafficking, Terrorism and Organised Crime in the Former Soviet Union
Arms Control Association
This US article investigates the connections between WMD-related trafficking, terrorism and organized crime in the former Soviet Union
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2007-07-09
Going Ballistic? Reversing Missile Proliferation
Arms Control Association
A U.S. article addressing the issue of missile proliferation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-06-09
Dangerous Dealings: North Korea's Nuclear Capabilities and the Threat of Export to Iran
Arms Control Association
A US article recommending steps to lessen the chances of a North Korea-Iran nuclear deal
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-03-11
Reliable Replacement Warhead: Does the United States Need a New Breed of Nuclear Weapon?
Arms Control Association
Transcript of a US panel discussion dealing with the advisability of the Bush administration's proposal to develop a new family of so-called reliable replacement warheads
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-28
Making the Right Call: How the World Can Limit Iran's Nuclear Program
Arms Control Association
This US article argues that a multilateral dialogue between the West and Iran offers the best chance of resolving the Iranian nuclear crisis
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-03-06
Biological Threat Assessment: Is the Cure Worse Than the Disease?
Arms Control Association
A U.S. article criticising the U.S. Administration's attitude towards biological threat assessment as a defence against bioterrorism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-10-06
Number Nine
Arms Control Association
A commentary on the implications of North Korea's nuclear test explosion on October 9.
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-11-06
Building a Forward Line of Defense: Securing Former Soviet Biological Weapons
Arms Control Association
An article highlighting the importance of securing biological weapons in Russia and the former Soviet states
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-12
Biotechnology and the Challenge to Arms Control
Arms Control Association
This US article draws attention to the risks to arms control posed by developments in biotechnology
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-10-06
The U.S.-India Nuclear Deal: Taking Stock
Arms Control Association
An article examinig the recent U.S.-India nuclear agreement and its implications for the nonproliferation policy of the United States
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-10-11
The 2005 NPT Review Conference: Can it Meet the Nuclear Challenge?
Arms Control Association
An article detailing what needs to be done to strengthen the Nonproliferation Treaty
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-11
End of a Nuclear Weapons Era: Can Britain Make History?
Arms Control Association
This article discusses the options facing the UK in respect of replacing the Trident nuclear weapons system
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-11
A Technical Analysis of North Korea's Oct. 9 Nuclear Test
Arms Control Association
An article analyzing the nature of North Korea's underground nuclear test on October 9.
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-10-23
Countering the MANPADS Threat: Strategies for Success
Arms Control Association
A US assessment of the MANPADS threat and methods of countering it
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-07
Major Proposals to Strengthen the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty
Arms Control Association
A 60-page resource guide describing key proposals by the U.S. relating to the global nuclear nonproliferation system plus the positions of major states and blocs on the proposals
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-18
What Are Nuclear Weapons For? Recommendations for Restructuring U.S. Strategic Nuclear Forces
Arms Control Association
A 42-page U.S. report recommending faster and deeper U.S. nuclear reductions and diminished roles for nuclear weapons
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-28
Plan B: Using Sanctions to End Iran
Arms Control Association
A commentary arguing for a more focused sanctions program to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-07
"Getting Serious" About North Korea
Arms Control Association
A U.S. article calling for unilateral, reciprocal actions by the U.S. to break the deadlock in negotiations over North Korea's nuclear developments
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-12-03
The Role of Nuclear Weapons: Japan, the U.S., and “Sole Purpose”
Arms Control Association
A US article discussing nuclear weapons in the context of US-Japan security arrangements
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-11-10
Background Briefing: The START Follow-On Agreement and Beyond
Arms Control Association
This US briefing paper describes what to expect from the START follow-on negotiations, and explains the motivations and constraints affecting both sides
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-21
Is U.S. Reprocessing Worth the Risk?
Arms Control Association
An article arguing against U.S. proposals to reprocess spent nuclear fuel
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-09-09
Nunn-Lugar at 15: No Time to Relax Global Threat Reduction Efforts
Arms Control Association
A US article examining challenges to the Cooperative Threat Reduction programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-05-10
Space Weapons and the Risk of Accidental Nuclear War
Arms Control Association
Article warning that U.S. space weaponization plans may increase the likelihood of an accidental nuclear exchange between the U.S. and Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-12-07
The 2006 Biological Weapons Convention Review Conference
Arms Control Association
A 68-page reader comprising articles and interviews on tackling the threats posed by biological weapons
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-11-18
Action/Reaction: U.S. Space Weaponization and China
Arms Control Association
Article warning that U.S. space weaponization plans may provoke Chinese countermeasures and proposing that the U.S. join Russia and China in a treaty to ban the weaponization of space
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-12-07
European Missile Defense
Arms Control Association
A special edition containing articles on aspects of European missile defence (single page linking to each article)
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2007-10-08
North Korea Talks: The View From Pyongyang
Arms Control Today
An article examining U.S.-North Korea negotiations on nuclear disarmament from the standpoint of North Korean concerns and motivations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-09-14
Reinventing Multilateralism
Arms Control, Disarmament and International Security
A U.S. policy brief based on a workshop and conference, focusing on securing nuclear materials, energy security and using outer space to enhance security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-26
Militarization of U.S. Africa Policy, 2000 to 2005
Arms Trade Resource Center
This fact sheet traces the rise in U.S. military involvement in Africa since 2000, connecting the rise to resource security considerations
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-03-16
Losing the Democratic Moment? Southeast Asia and the War on Terror
Asia Research Centre
This 16-page working paper assesses the extent of the terrorist problem in Southeast Asia and the extent to which it reflects repressive practices in the region
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-10
Neo-Liberal Globalisation, Conflict and Security: New Life for Authoritarianism in Asia?
Asia Research Centre
This 27-page working paper traces recent advances in capitalism and liberalism, highlights challenges created by these advances and reactionary consequences flowing from the U.S. "war on terror".
Globalisation & International Trade, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-09-22
The Political Impact of the "War on Terror" in Indonesia
Asia Research Centre
A 9-page working paper examining the causes and nature of terrorism in Indonesia and discussing appropriate methods of response
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-24
Terrorism and Security in Asia: Redefining Regional Order?
Asia Research Centre
This 16-page working paper analyses the major implications of terrorism and counter-terrorism post-September 11 for Asian security order, with particular focus on Southeast Asia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-10
The Political Impact of the "War on Terror" in Indonesia
Asia Research Centre
A 9-page working paper recommending a nuanced approach to deal with terrorism in Indonesia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-13
Private Security Companies in the Fight Against Piracy in Asia
Asia Research Centre
This 19-page working paper examines the growth in the number of private security companies employed to secure the world's oceans from piracy, and the controversies surrounding them
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-07-28
The Future of America's Alliances in Northeast Asia
Asia-Pacific Research Center
The preface and introductory chapter of this book examining the future of the strategic alliances of the U.S. in Northeast Asia (32 pages)
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-13
India and Australia: Maritime Partners in the Indo-Pacific
Asialink
Discussing maritime security and trade relationships in the Indian and Pacific ocean, this 4-page essay examines the roles of India and Australia, as the US changes its approach to the Indo-Pacific and China
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-11-17
The Eagle Returns: Resurgent US Strategy in Southeast Asia and its Policy Implications
ASP
This 8-page Australian policy analysis examines how the United States is increasingly pivoting towards the Asia-Pacific region and is prioritising Southeast Asia in its global strategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-15
Whither US Forces? US Military Presence in the Asia-Pacific and the Implications for Australia
ASPI
This 9-page Australian paper analyses the options for a local US military presence and the implications for Australia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
Three Views of Risk: Selecting and Acquiring Military Equipment
ASPI
This collection of Australian papers provides three different perspectives of the issues that arise when defence planners have to weigh different options
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-16
Global Forces 2011
ASPI
The 87-page report of an Australian conference offering different perspectives of strategic and security affairs
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-26
Social Media and National Security
ASPI
The 9-page report of an Australian forum discussing the secuurity implications of social networks
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2012-03-02
Japan's Strategic Outlook
ASPI
A 12-page Australian perspective on Japan's strategic outlook
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-19
The Politics of US Foreign Policy
ASPI
A 2-page Australian security note examining major themes surrounding the foreign and defence policy stances of the US Republican candidates
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-23
Iraq: What Happens Next?
ASPI
This 6-page Australian policy analysis explores the uncertain road ahead in Iraq and considers the role Australia can play to assist Iraq as it deals with an uptick in violent attacks, unresolved sectarian tensions, the nascent Iraqi security services, and a fragile government with a precarious hold on power
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-16
North Korea: Truculent but Worrisome
ASPI
This 6-page Australian policy analysis concludes that it is likely that the Korean peninsula will remain one of Asia’s most challenging flashpoints for some time to come
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-24
Towards Transition: Prospects for Progress in Afghanistan During 2011
ASPI
An Australian report on prospects for progress towards stability in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-08
Forks in the River: Australia's Strategic Options in a Transformational Asia
ASPI
This 48-page report argues that Australia will be drawn increasingly to grow its strategic engagement with Asian partners
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-30
The Philippines: Internal and External Security Challenges
ASPI
This paper outlines the range of internal and external challenges facing the Philippines and some of the implications for Australia and the region.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-01
Homeward Bound: Australia's New Counter-Terrorism White Paper
ASPI
A 9-page policy analysis offering ideas on the elements of a comprehensive counter-terrorism strategy for Australia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-03-18
China's Maritime Strategic Agenda
ASPI
This 4-page Australian policy analysis explores the central tenets of China's maritime security agenda
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-03
The Red Star of the Pacific: The Forgotten Player is Back
ASPI
An Australian article analyzing Russia's strategic intentions and policy directions in the Pacific
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-29
Beyond Belief: Islamism, Radicalisation and the Counter-Terrorism Response
ASPI
A 24-page Australian paper examining the strategies employed by Dutch, British and Singaporean agencies to counter radicalisation
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-24
Making Mischief: The Return of the South China Sea Dispute
ASPI
This 16-page Australian report provides an analysis of the complex political/military and international legal issues that make up the South China Sea dispute
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-22
Contest Two and Counter Extremism: Lessons for Australia
ASPI
This 10-page policy analysis examines what Australia can learn from the UK approach with respect to domestic counter extremism policy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-11
Advancing Australian Homeland Security: Leveraging the Private Sector
ASPI
This 28-page Australian report considers the security industry and the role it could play in enhancing homeland security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-18
Changing Pace: ASPI's Strategic Assessment 2011
ASPI
This 60-page Australian report provides an in-depth strategic assessment of a world where the pace of change appears to be accelerating. The relative slippage in US power, and the broader decline of Western influence, portend an era of fraying global leadership
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-28
Japan, Australia and the Changing Security Order in Asia
ASPI
A 3-page policy analysis examining the changing security order in Asia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-29
North Korea: The Reverberations of 25 May
ASPI
This 5-page Australian policy analysis assesses the strategic consequences of North Korea’s second nuclear test.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-04
Let’s Test the Idea: Contestability of Advice in the Department of Defence
ASPI
An 8-page Australian analysis paper arguing for an element independent of the three armed services to contribute to defence policy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-01-22