Defence, Terrorism & Security
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Eastern Fronts
American Prospect Online
A commentary on the East Asia policy of the U.S.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-24
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Physics of Space Security
American Academy of Arts and Science
This 183-page reference manual explains the advanatages and disadvantages of performing certain military missions in space
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-25
Hamas’ Khaled Mesh’al Sets Out His Movement’s Policy Directions
AMEC, Al-Sabeel
The 30-page translation of an interview with Hamas leader Khaled Mesh'al, covering the policy direction of Hamas on a number of critical issues: negotiations with Israel, recognition of Israel, resistance, Jews, Christians and women
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15
What is Achievable in Afghanistan? Japan and Europe Should Talk Straight to the US
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary asking for clarity in Western strategy towards Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-09-16
China's Domestic Politics Behind the Senkaku Incident
AJISS
A 3-page Japanese commentary on the apparent dispute going on within the Chinese leadership over the defence of maritime resources in the East China Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-13
Japan Should Work Harder for Nuclear Disarmament
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on Japan's contribution to nuclear disarmament
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-05
Revision of Article 9 Should Assume New Security Treaty with US
AJISS
A Japanese commentary discussing how the revision of Article 9 of the Japanese constitution is likely to affect Japan's security treaty with the US
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-10
Japan's Peacebuilding Policy toward Afghanistan: The Need for a Civilian Surge to Improve Security
AJISS
A 3-page Japanese commentary outlining a possible Japanese contribution to the new US strategy for Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-02-09
Regionalization of Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
An 8-page U.S. summary providing practical guidance on the optimum level of regionalization for preparing against or responding to a large-scale bioterrorism attack. Full report available as a zipped file at www.ahrq.gov/clinic/evrptfiles.htm#bioreg.
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-30
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 & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-12
Thirty Years of Conflict: Drivers of Anti-government Mobilisation in Afghanistan 1978-2011
Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit
This 84-page paper traces the structural factors driving anti-government mobilisation in Afghanistan in each successive phase of the country’s thirty years of conflicts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-24
Iran and the Problem of Evil
AEI, WSJ
A US article examining why the West is failing to react adequately to outside threats
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-13
Iran's Secret Network: Major General Qassem Suleimani’s Inner Circle
AEI
This 10-page US bulletin identifies members of Suleimani's network within and outside the IRGC. It also argues that fluctuations in their careers could serve as indicators of Suleimani's authority in the Islamic Republic
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-04
Terrorists Threats in the Horn of Africa: A Net Assessment
AEI
An 8-page US paper examining whether the net assessment concept offers an appropriate framework for understanding the nature of the "long war" against Islamist extremism and predicting its likely outcome
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-05
The Jihadist International: Al Qaeda's Advance in the Levant
AEI
A 27-page US review of the record, plans, and prospects of al Qaeda, as the main franchise of global jihad, in the Levant
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-05-19
Enabling Kurdish Illusions
AEI
A US commentary warning of the dangers of promoting ethnic federalism for Iraq, with special reference to Kurdish aspirations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-12
Catching Terrorists: The British System versus the U.S. System
AEI
US testimony comparing the legal and administrative systems of the US and the UK for apprehending terrorists
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-09-19
A Dangerous Opportunity? American Defense Policy at a Crossroads
AEI
This 4-page US policy brief argues that the US is in need of a coherent defence strategy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-10-31
Afghanistan Force Requirements
AEI
A 45-page US presentation that argues for an addition of 40,000-45,000 U.S. troops in 2010 to the 68,000 American forces that will be there by the end of this year. The report illustrates where U.S., NATO, and Afghan forces are now and where additional forces are needed to accomplish the mission. It links the U.S. force requirements to the growth of the Afghan National Security Forces on an accelerated timeline
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-27
Deter and Assure: Charting a Course for America’s Asian Alliances in a New Nuclear Age
AEI
A 17-page US working paper examining the future of The United States' alliances and security partnerships in Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-11-19
Can a Nuclear Iran be Deterred or Contained?
AEI
A US article calling for a clear strategy to deter Iran from its nuclear ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-06
France: Europe's Counterterrorist Powerhouse
AEI
A US essay explaining how France has become the most accomplished antiterrorist practitioner in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-11
What is to be Done?
AEI
A US essay commenting on the Western response to the Russian invasion of Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-18
Why the Worst is Probably over in Iraq
AEI
A US commentary on the success of General Petraeus' counterinsurgency surge in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-11
Time for Trilateralism?
AEI
A 7-page US paper arguing for a trilateral security initiative involving the US, Japan and South Korea
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-09
Europe and Islam
AEI
The text of a US lecture exploring how the twin forces of Islamic migration and violence are transforming and subduing Europe
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-04
The Power China is Building
AEI
A US article commenting on the build-up of Chinese military power
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-18
Deter, Defend, Repel, and Partner
AEI
This 28-page US report is designed to help generate serious reflections on how best to preserve the ROC's own accomplishments as a people and a government and to enable it to choose its own future as free of coercion as possible
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-08-02
Distrust But Verify
AEI
A US article commenting on the recent nuclear negotiations between the US and North Korea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-29
How Intertwined are the Revolutionary Guards in Iran's Economy?
AEI
A 10-page US paper describing the transformation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps into a business conglomerate
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-10-23
What Next For North Korea?
AEI
A US article considering the implications of Kim Jong-il’s death
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-12-19
Al Shabaab and the Challenges of Providing Humanitarian Assistance in Somalia
AEI
This US House testimony explains how denial of access by al Shabaab militants, and in some cases by other armed militias, is the single greatest obstacle to the provision of humanitarian assistance in Somalia
Poverty & Hunger, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-12
Challenges for European Defense Budgets after the Economic Crisis
AEI
An 8-page US security outlook arguing the need for greater defence cooperation and pooling of military resources among European states
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-13
The Mounting Hezbollah Threat in Latin America
AEI
This 8-page US brief examines how Hezbollah is using the Western Hemisphere as a staging ground, fundraising center, and operational base to wage asymmetric warfare against the United States
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-12
The Case for Regime Change in Iran
AEI
This US article considers the nature of a possible US strike against Iran
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-01-24
Limited Goals, Limited Gains: The Pakistan Army's Operation in Kurram
AEI
A US analysis of the Pakistani military's latest offensive against Taliban militants in northwest Pakistan in Kurram
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-12
Iran's Most Dangerous General
AEI
A 6-page US brief on Iran's Major-General Qassem Suleimani, chief of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-07-20
Peace Through Pressure: Toward a New Allied Strategy for Contending with North Korea
AEI
This 8-page US brief argues that a recent string of provocations by North Korea has emphasized the need for a new allied strategy for deterring North Korean aggression, achieving denuclearization, and bringing about the demise of the Kim Jong Il regime
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-10-19
Overview of Security Issues in Europe and Eurasia
AEI
A 12-page US House testimony on whether there is a significant divergence between how the United States and its closest European allies deal with the Islamist terrorist threat
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-08
Darfur: Blueprint for Genocide
Aegis
An 87-page report on the threat of genocide in Darfur
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Internal DisplacementPosted: 2006-12-20
Does Trade Integration Contribute to Peace?
ADB
This 44-page working paper examines the effect of trade integration on military conflict
Globalisation & International Trade, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-02-07
NATO-Azerbaijan: Assessing the Past, Looking Into the Future
ADA
This Azerbaijani article assesses the current level of partnership achieved between Azerbaijan and NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-08
How The Russian-Georgian War Transformed The World
ADA
An Azerbaijani perspective on the implications of the Russian-Georgian war
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-06-09
Endgame on Karabakh?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article assessing speculation that the South Caucasus is on the verge of a new outbreak of violence
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-08
Azerbaijan and Naval Competition on the Caspian
ADA
An article on Azerbaijan's development of a naval presence on the Caspian Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25
Russia's War with Georgia: Implications for Azerbaijan
ADA
An Azerbaijani article assessing the implications of the Russo-Georgian war for Azerbaijan and the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2008-09-08
Russia's Invasion of Georgia: What it Was and What it Meant
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the Russian invasion of Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-08
The International Dimension of Security Dynamics in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the security dynamics in the South Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-18
Reassessing Nuclear South Asia
ACDIS
A US magazine issue featuring 7 articles dealing with the nuclear stance of India and Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-08
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, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
Preparation of A Global Radioxenon Emission Inventory
ACDIS
A 39-page report of a study designed to assist with development of an international monitoring system distinguishing routine atmospheric concentrations of radionuclides and those resulting from nuclear weapons tests
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-01-03
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, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
From Cooperation to Confrontation: Russia and the United States since 9/11
ACDIS
The objective of this 30-page US essay is to track recent Russian relations with the United States—focusing on the period between the U.S. intervention in Iraq in spring 2003 until the end of 2008—to support the argument that Russian leaders have decided to pursue a policy of independence, even confrontation, in their relations with the United States, as well as with Europe, as an integral part of a new assertive approach to achieving policy objectives
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-11
The Return of Imperial Russia: Russia and its Neighbours
ACDIS
This 29-page US occasional paper analyzes Russia's efforts to establish primacy over its neighbours
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-31
Can NATO Survive Afghanistan?
ACDIS
A 24-page collection of articles examining the significant challenges facing NATO arising from its Afghanistan mission
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-05
Impacts of Emerging Infectious Disease Research on International Security Policy
ACDIS
A 4-page US policy brief examining the consequences of emerging infectious disease occurrences on international security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Public Safety & Disaster MitigationPosted: 2008-08-01
Global Security, Climate Change, and the Arctic
ACDIS
A 24-page US report on the complex set of global security challenges that are emerging as a result of warmer temperatures and melting ice in the Arctic region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2010-01-25
The New START Treaty and US Nuclear Posture Review
ACDIS
AUS commentary on recent developments in nuclear weapons policy
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-04-14
US-EU-Russia: New Strategic Dynamics After Bush
ACDIS
The 22-page report of a symposium held to examine the complex relations between the United States, European Union and Russia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-03-04
Impacts of Emerging Disease Research on International Security Policy
ACDIS
This 4-page US policy brief examines the consequences of emerging disease occurence on international security policy
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-05
The United States, NATO’s Strategic Concept, and Nuclear Issues
ACA et al.
An 8-page policy paper considering the NATO Deterrence and Defense Posture Review (DDPR) and development of a U.S. approach to nonstrategic nuclear weapons for a possible future negotiation with Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-05-05
The Breakout Option: Raising The Bar for the Supreme Leader
ACA
A 9-page US analysis arguing that the challenge for the United States is to devise policies that would make it as difficult as possible for Khamenei to retain domestic support and international sympathy if he were to go for a bomb.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-06
Missile Defense Cooperation: Seizing the Opportunity
ACA
A US issue brief considering the status of cooperation on ballistic missile defence between the US and Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-05-26
Diplomatic Engagement: The Path to Avoiding War and Resolving the Nuclear Crisis
ACA
This 8-page US brief argues that in order to avoid unintentional conflict with Iran, there is an urgent need to establish better lines of bilateral communication at all levels-between military forces in the region, between diplomats, and between senior officials
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-01-05
Test Ban Treaty: Myths vs. Realities
ACA
This issue brief argues that the United States does not need nuclear tests to maintain its arsenal and that the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty can be verified
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-04-02
The IAEA's Iran Report: Assessment and Implications
ACA
This US issue brief interprets the IAEA's Iran report
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
Strengthening U.S. National Security
ACA
This US issue brief makes the case for the successful negotiation and adoption of a Global Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) to regulate international weapons transfers
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-08-15
Iranian Missile Messages: Reading Between the Lines of "Great Prophet 6"
ACA
A US issue brief assessing Iran's nuclear weapons ability and intent
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13