Defence, Terrorism & Security
Avoiding a Tempest in the South China Sea
CFR
This US brief describes how new tensions in the South China Sea are a growing test to China's relations with the United States and China's Southeast Asian neighbours
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-04
Avoiding Renewed U.S.-Russian Strategic Competition
ACA
The transcript of a press briefing on the steps that the U.S. and Russia should take to stabilize their strategic relations
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-25
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
Azerbaijan: Defence Sector Management and Reform
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing examines the difficulties faced by Azerbaijan in upgrading its military
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-30
Azerbaijan's View of the Security Situation in the Southern Caucasus
SDA
The 20-page report of an event held to consider the Azerbaijani perspective on the security situation in the Southern Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-15
Azerbaijan's View of the Security Situation in the Southern Caucasus
SDA
The 20-page report of a meeting held to present the Azerbaijani view of the security situation in the Southern Caucasus (June 2008)
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-22
“The Forgotten War”: The US Withdrawal from Iraq
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the progress of the US withdrawal from Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-14
Back to the Barracks: The Tunisian Army Post-Revolution
SADA
A US article assessing the role the Tunisian military will play in the aftermath of the recent elections
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-04
Back to the Brink in the Congo
International Crisis Group
A 12-page report on Rwanda's incursions into the eastern Congo, the risks involved and proposals for conflict resolution
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-20
Back to their Old Ways? Iran, Hizbollah, and International Terrorism
INSS
An Israeli article on the use of terror proxies by Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-21
Backdrop to Iran's Nuclear Policy
Clingendael
A 5-page speech by Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, offering a backdrop to Iran's nuclear policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
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
Bahrain: Reform, Security and U.S. Policy
CRS
An updated 6-page report on US-Bahrain relations and interests
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-07
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
This 35-page US report studies the political and security situation in Bahrain and assesses the implications for US policy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-04-26
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 27-page US report on Bahrain's governance and security issues and US policy towards the state
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-23
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 32-page updated US report focusing on the political and security situation in Bahrain
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-19
Bahrain's Sectarian Challenge
Crisis Group
A 29-page report on the danger of escalating violence in Bahrain if the grievances of its Shiite community are not addressed
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-05-09
Balik Terrorism: The Return of Abu Sayyaf
Strategic Studies Institute
A 68-page U.S. monograph analyzing the roots and resurgence of Abu Sayyaf, its relationship with other terrorist organizations and their impact on Philippine and regional security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-10-28
Balik Terrorism: The Return of the Aby Sayyaf
Strategic Studies Institute
An 80-page U.S. monograph examining terrorism in the Philippines
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-09-26
Bangkok: How Did it Come to This?
Inside Story
An Australian analysis of the events leading to the recent violence in Bangkok
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-19
Bangladesh at the Crossroads
USIP
A 12-page report of a study into the internal and external policies of the Bangladeshi government and their ramifications
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-01-17
Bangladesh: Elections and Beyond
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing sets out the necessary preconditions for stability in Bangladesh
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-12-13
Bangladesh: Nationwide Attacks Raise Fears of Growing Islamist Presence
Council on Foreign Relations
A brief report on a series of co-ordinated terrorist attacks in Bangladesh on August 17
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-08-31
Bangladesh: Political and Strategic Developments and U.S. Interests
CRS
This 20-page US report deals with political and strategic developments concerning Bangladesh
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-04
Bangladesh: Recent Developments
Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies
A 10-page Indian report on recent instability and terrorism in Bangladesh
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-19
Bangladesh: Successes in the Fight against Islamist Militancy
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on how the Bangladeshi government and judiciary have achieved remarkable successes in the fight against Islamist militancy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-07
Bases, Bullets, and Ballots: U.S. Military Aid in Colombia
CGDev
This 47-page US working paper studies the effects of US military assistance to Colombia in terms of violence and voter turnout
International Development, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-01-20
Bashar al-Assad vs. the Syrian People
Washington Institute
This 3-page US article urges the international community to exploit the Syrian regime's military weaknesses through actions that help level the battlefield, alter the psychological environment, and increase pressure on Assad and his forces
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-02-19
Ba'asyir Release: Implications for Islamist Militancy in Indonesia
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 3-page commentary on the implications of the forthcoming release of the spiritual leader of Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) from prison
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-14
Bearers of Global Jihad? Immigration and National Security after 9/11
Nixon Center
This 151-page U.S. monograph explores the connection between immigration and terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-03-26
Behind Russia and Iran
Bulletin of The Atomic Scientists
This article examines possible difficulties in Russia's nuclear cooperation with Iran
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-30
Behind the Crisis in the Caucasus
INSS
An Israeli article analyzing the background to the crisis in the Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-23
Behind the Numbers: Assessing Indices of Peace, Conflict and Instability
USIP
A US briefing summarizing a discussion held to assess indicators used for determining at-risk countries and regions
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-01
Beijing’s Tightrope Walk on Iran
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines China’s interests and policies toward Iran, especially as they affect the United States. It then takes a close look at the lines of apparent debate within China on the Iran nuclear issue and Chinese policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-28
Being "Over There": Location, Location, Location
Foreign Policy in Focus
This 8-page policy report examines the consequences of the U.S. Global Posture Review in terms of the future capacity of U.S. military forces to protect vital American overseas interests
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-11-18
Bellagio Space Security Workshop Summary
Stimson Center
The 8-page report of an international workshp held to discuss ways to provide momentum to space diplomacy and to facilitate new diplomatic initiatives in 2009
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-01-08
Beslan: A People's Trauma
Royal Institute of International Affairs
A commentary on the likely internal and international consequences of the Beslan hostage crisis
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-20
Between Nuclear Proliferation and Disarmament: Finding a Common Ground
United Nations
A summary of the proceedings and informal discussions of the Disarmament and International Security Committee of the United Nations during the 59th session
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-03-05
Between the Clawing Eagle and Ascendant Dragon: The Demise of the Philippines’ Policy of Hedging
Lowy Institute
A 4-page Australian brief exploring the triangular strategic dynamic between the United States, China and the Philippines
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-27
Beyond al-Qaeda: Part 1, The Global Jihadist Movement
Rand Corporation
This 220-page US monograph examines al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups sharing its worldview
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-22
Beyond al-Qaeda: Part 2, The Outer Rings of the Terrorist Universe
Rand Corporation
This 214-page US monograph examines violent groups without known links to al-Qaeda, and the nexus between terrorism and organised crime
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-22
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
Beyond Boundaries in Eastern Africa: Bridging the Security/Development Divide With International Security Assistance
Stimson Center, Stanley Foundation
This report identifies links between sustainable development issues, and human security and capacity-building needs in Eastern Africa, and connects these needs with international security assistance supported under UN Security Council Resolutions 1373 and 1540
International Development, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-10-07
Beyond Boundaries in the Middle East
Stimson Center
This 39-page US report proposes an innovative, "whole-of-society" approach to bridging the security/development divide in the Middle East that would leverage donor investments in both security assistance and development assistance, so as to ensure recipient state buy-in and an enduring return on investment
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-01
Beyond Close Air Support: Forging a New Air Ground Partnership
Rand Corporation
A U.S. monograph examining methods for improving coordination between air and ground power
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-09
Beyond Darfur: Sudan's Slide Toward Civil War
CFR
A 5-page US article on the risk of civil war in Sudan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-15
Beyond Dependence and Legacy
ORG
The 10-page report of a 2-day meeting of experts exploring the implications of the sustainable security framework for the sub-Saharan Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-28
Beyond Goldwater-Nichols: U.S. Government and Defense Reform for a New Strategic Era
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 156-page report recommending drastic steps for improving U.S. national security policymaking and execution
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-08-08
Beyond Goldwater-Nichols: U.S. Government and Defense Reform for a New Strategic Era - Phase 2 Report
Center for Strategic and International Studies
This 156-page report outlines drastic recommendations for improving U.S. national security policymaking and execution
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-07
Beyond Madrasas: Assessing the Links Between Education and Militancy in Pakistan
Brookings
This 69-page US report takes a fresh look at the connection between schools, including but not limited to Pakistan’s religious seminaries, known as “madrasas,” and the rising militancy across Pakistan
Education, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-07-15
Beyond START: Negotiating the Next Step in U.S. and Russian Strategic Nuclear Arms Reductions
Brookings Instiution
A 27-page US paper commenting on the possibilities for a post-START agreement between the US and Russia for a reduction in strategic nuclear arsenals
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-05-10
Beyond the Defence of Australia
Lowy Institute
A 40-page paper discussing scenarios for a future defence policy for Australia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-19
Beyond the Fragile Peace between Ethiopia and Eritrea: Averting New War
Crisis Group
A 34-page report analyzing the frozen border conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea and proposing an approach to overcome the stalemate
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-18
Beyond the Nuclear and Terror Threats: The Conventional Military Balance in the Gulf
INSS
A 16-page Israeli essay on the current arms build-up in the Persian Gulf
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-18
Beyond the Strait: PLA Missions other than Taiwan
SSI
This 404-page US volume analyzes the PLA’s involvement in disaster and humanitarian relief, United Nations peacekeeping operations (UNPKO), counterterrorism and border defense, security in outer space and cyberspace, and the level of activity in regional “joint” operational contingencies. On the whole, the volume provides a discerning analysis of these varied PLA developments and how they affect policy towards both Taiwan and the entire Asia-Pacific region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-01
Beyond the Tenth Year in Afghanistan: Security Force Assistance and International Security
FPRI
A 4-page US essay on security-building in Afghanistan and the implications for international security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-08
Beyond the UK: Trends in the Other Nuclear Armed States
BASIC
This 40-page briefing outlines recent worrying developments in the nuclear force structures of the world’s nuclear armed states. It argues that “the evidence points to a new era of global nuclear force modernisation and growth”
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-11
Beyond U.S.-Russia Arms Control: Multilateral Reductions and the
CEIP
This US commentary argues that governments should commission their defence research institutions to assess whether and how multilateral nuclear disarmament could be managed
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-04-15
Beyond UNSCR 1540: The Forging of a WMD Terrorism Treaty
CNS
A US article considering the prospects for a treaty combating WMD terrorism and for the initiation of steps towards nuclear weapons disarmament
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-31
Bin Laden's Recent Intensive Media Campaign
IICC
An Israeli interpretation of the objectives of Bin Laden's recent media campaign
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-02
Biodefence in the 21st Century
IPPR
An 8-page paper arguing that the US and UK should collaborate to deal with potential harm from biological resources
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-13
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
Biometrics and Government
Library of Parliament - Canada
A 23-page Canadian report providing an overview and comparision of the principal biometric technologies available or in development, and examining some of the concerns raised about security and privacy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-01-08
Biometrics Field Trial Evaluation Report
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The 112-page Canadian report of a field trial to assess the broad impacts of biometric technology
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2009-01-06
Biosecurity and International Nonproliferation Regimes
IPCS, Sandia National Laboratory
A 60-page report of a workshop held in India to dicuss key issues relating to biosecurity and biosafety
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-24
Biosecurity: The Next Public Policy Imperative for Canada and the World
Institute for Research on Public Policy
This 7-page Canadian article examines biosecurity issues
Health, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-06
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
Bioterrorism with Zoonotic Disease: Public Health Preparedness Lessons
Rand Corporation
A 7-page US report of an exercise in responding to agricultural terrorism
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-15
Birthing Athena: The Uncertain Future of the European Security and Defense Policy
IFRI
This 43-page French paper considers the future of the European Security and Defence Policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-31
Blurring the Line: The Convergence of Internal and External Security in Western Europe
Geneva Centre for Security Policy
This 32-page article examines the convergence of internal and external security agendas from the perspective of the coercive apparatus of Western European countries
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-10-28
Bomb Grade Bazaar
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
This 7-page article describes how US controls on highly-enriched uranium have been weakened
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-03-17
Bombs Away? Being Realistic about Deep Nuclear Reductions
Washington Quarterly
A 17-page US essay on the prospects for achieving deep nuclear reductions
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-03-21
Born in The UK: Young Muslims in Britain
Foreign Policy Centre
This 27-page document attempts to address the exclusion and alienation of young Muslims in Britain, the temptation of radicalism and the impact of foreign policy issues
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-09-06
Bracing for Impact: Fifth-Generation Jet Fighter Programmes in Asia
RSIS
A Singaporean commentary on fifth-generation jet fighter programmes in Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-06
Bradford Non-Lethal Weapons Research Project: Research Report No. 5
Centre for Conflict Resolution - Dept. of Peace Studies
A 61-page review and description of non-lethal weapons being developed and deployed and their implications
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-11
Brainwashing Drives Young Pakistan Suicide Bombers
Reuters
This article explains the role of Pakistani madrassas in training suicide bombers
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-21
Breaching the Fortress Wall
Rand Corporation
A 183-page US monograph studying terrorists' countertechnological efforts
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-29
Breaking Pillars: Towards a Civil-military Security Approach for the European Union
Clingendael
This 97-page Dutch paper illustrates how the Pillar structure of the EU poses a major institutional obstacle to approaching security comprehensively
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-17
Breaking Point? Yemen's Southern Question
Crisis Group
This 45-page report explores the roots of the Southern Yemen issue, its relationship with the 2011 uprising and the prospects of reaching a compromise that would preserve territorial unity while profoundly redefining the relationship between the central government and regional entities
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-10-20
Breaking the Deadlock on North Korea
ACA
A US media advisory proposing a way forward for dealing with the nuclear weapons threat posed by North Korea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-10-15
Breakthrough or Bust in 2005?
British American Security Information Council and Oxford Research Group
A 12-page overview of the state of the nuclear non-proliferation regime, introducing a series of briefings to be published prior to the 2005 NPT Review Conference
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-01-13
Breathing Easier: The Report of the Century Foundation Working Group on Bioterrorism Preparedness
Century Foundation
A 32-page U.S. report on the level of preparedness achieved by the U.S. health system to respond effectively to a bioterrorist attack
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-18
Bridging the Public Security Gap
United States Institute of Peace
This article explains the role of the Center of Excellence for Stability Police Units in contemporary peace operations
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-26
Britain
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page German commentary on the proposed new British anti-terror laws and their likely repercussions on the integration of Muslim immigrants
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-11-08
Britain and France: A Dialogue of Decline?
Chatham House
A 47-page study examining Anglo-French defence co-operation and implications for the European and Euro-Atlantic security and defence relationships
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-15
Britain as a Focus for Hamas’ Political, Propaganda and Legal Activities in Europe
ITIC
An 11-page Israeli brief describing the propaganda activities of Hamas and its supporters in Britain
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-02-27
British Counter-Terrorism After the July 2005 Attacks
USIP
A US briefing paper examining how Britain developed a new model for fighting domestic terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-08
British Defence Policy at a Crossroads: East of Suez Revisited?
CSS
This 3-page Swiss analysis addresses plans of the British government to come up with a new Strategic Defence Review (SDR)and its potential implications
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-08
British Middle East Policy: The Counterterrorism Dimension
MERIA
An Israeli analysis of British Middle East policy and the implications of the counterterrorism offensive
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-12-12
British Muslims, Multiculturalism and UK Foreign Policy:
Chatham House
An 18-page paper examining the relationships between British Muslims, multiculturalism and UK foreign policy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-07
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
Building a Palestine State
Rand Corporation
A 453-page U.S. study developing comprehensive recommendations for enhancing the chances of success for an independent Palestine state
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-06
Building Capacity for Stabilization and Reconciliation
Brookings Institution
This US House testimony covers key issues concerning stabilization and reconciliation in failed/failing states
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-04
Building Cooperation in the US–China Military-to-Military Relationship
IISS
A US talk assessing the bilateral military relationship between the US and China, focusing on the policy goals and objectives that will shape it over the coming year
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-01-13
Building for the Future
SSI
A 74-page US report assessing the progress of China's space programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2008-04-12
Building Integrity and Reducing Corruption in Defence
DCAF
A 340-page Swiss compendium of best practices for building integrity and reducing corruption in defence
Defence, Terrorism & Security, CorruptionPosted: 2010-12-13
Building Moderate Muslim Networks
Rand Corporation
This 216-page US monograph describes a road map for sponsoring the development of moderate and liberal Muslim networks
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-05-29
Building Partner Capabilities for Coalition Operations
Rand Corporation
This 124-page monograph documents the research conducted for the US Army on the feasibility of adopting a new approach to building partner capability and capacity for coalition operations
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-07
Building Partner Capacity to Combat Weapons of Mass Destruction
Rand Corporation
This 142-page US monograph outlines and applies a four-step process for developing regional approaches to building partner capacity (BPC) to combat WMD.
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-03-25
Building Security in the Persian Gulf
Rand Corporation
This 202-page US study analyzes Iraq's future, the role of Iran, asymmetric threats, regional reassurance and tensions, and the roles of other external actors, then sets out criteria for a new security structure.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-29