Defence, Terrorism & Security
Countries of Nuclear Strategic Concern: Kazakhstan
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
A short brief on the risk to nuclear proliferation posed by Kazakhstan
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-03-27
Israel's Lessons for Fighting Terrorists and their Implications for the United States
Brookings Institution
A 29-page paper analyzing the lessons to be learned from Israel's experience of dealing with terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-03-28
Combatting Nuclear Smuggling
US Government Accountability Office
An 80-page US report examining the progress of US programmes providing nuclear detection equipment to foreign governments for the prevention of nuclear smuggling, and the challenges to those programmes
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-04
Passenger Rail Security
US Government Accountability Office
This 31-page US testimony reports on the security practices implemented by rail transport operators to mitigate the risks of terrorist attacks and enhance security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-04
Human Security: Incoherent Concept or Policy Template?
Bonn International Center for Conversion
A 10-page speech examining the concept of human security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-05
Aviation Security
US Government Accountability Office
A 40-page US testimony reporting on the enhancements made to air passenger and baggage screening
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-05
China's Emergence: Implications for Australia
Parliament of Australia
A 249-page report examining China's foreign policy, military modernization programme, its effect on other countries in the Asia Pacific region and the implications for Australia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06
The MSDF Indian Ocean Deployment: Blue Water Militarization in a "Normal Country"
Nautilus Institute@RMIT
An essay asserting that Japan's military strength, especially its naval forces, is commonly underestimated
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06
Time for a US/Iran Patch Up
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 19-page US paper argues that, with serious mutual effort, Iran and the US can normalize their relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06
Iron Troikas: The New Threat from the East
Strategic Studies Institute
A 76-page US study explaining how the Russian leadership has exploited its energy assets to advance its security interests in the East Baltic Sea region
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06
Multilateral Constraints on the Use of Force: A Reassessment
Strategic Studies Institute
This 51-page US paper compares the difficulty of achieving a multilateral consensus in the NATO alliance with generating an effective UN response to threats to international peace and security
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06
The UK Defence Industrial Strategy and Alternative Approaches
British American Security Information Council
A 19-page critique of the UK Defence Industrial Strategy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-07
Currents and Crosscurrents of Radical Islamism
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 32-page report summarizing the insights presented at three international conferences on radical Islamism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-07
Iraq's Evolving Insurgency and the Risk of Civil War
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 334-page report providing an oversight of how the Iraqi insurgency has moved toward civil conflict and how insurgent tactics have evolved over time
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-07
Preventing Catastrophic Nuclear Terrorism
Council on Foreign Relations
A 44-page US report describing what needs to be done to reduce the risk of nuclear terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-11
Actions Needed to Get Better Results on Weapons Systems Investments
US Government Accountability Office
This 18-page US testimony on how to obtain a better return on weapons systems investments
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-11
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
Pakistan's Kashmir Policy After the Bush Visit to South Asia
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A 7-page essay analyzing Pakistan's frustration with its diplomatic dialogue with India over Kashmir and urging action to normalise Indo-Pak relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-11
Current Trends in India-U.S. Relations: Hopes for a Secure Future
Center for Contemporary Conflict
This 12-page paper discusses the improved relationship between the U.S. and India and its future prospects
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-11
Guinea in Transition
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing urges international actors to discourage a military takeover in Guinea
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-12
Afghanistan's Uncertain Transition from Turmoil to Normalcy
Council for Foreign Relations
A 56-page report calling for policy shifts by the US to support a return to stability in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-04-12
How to Conduct Security Sector Reform in Kosovo in order to Increase Internal and Regional Security
Development and Peace Foundation
A 5-page paper offering proposals for reforming the security sector in Kosovo
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-04-12
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
Congressional Research Service
A 45-page updated report outlining those aspects of Iranian policy of concern to the US and possible US responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-14
The Rise of U.S. Nuclear Primacy
Council on Foreign Relations
A 4-page essay explaining how the era of mutually assured destruction is being superseded by an era of US nuclear primacy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-14
Hamas's Victory and Israel's Dilemma
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An Israeli essay explaining the dilemma faced by Israel in formulating a strategy for dealings with Hamas
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-14
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program
Congressional Research Service
An 18-page updated US issue brief on North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-18
Russia's Iran Policy
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on Russia's Iran policy, examining whether it is congruent with Western interests
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-18
Globalization and Military-industrial Transformation in South Asia: An Historical Perspective
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 35-page Singaporean working paper examining the roots and ramifications of military-industrial globalization in South Asia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-18
Temporal Dominance: Military Transformation and the Time Dimension of Strategy
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 39-page Singaporean working paper addressing the imbalance accorded to mastering time in military strategy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-18
New European Approaches to Counter Terrorism
International Institute for Strategic Studies et al.
A 38-page study of security threats to the European Union, official responses and relevant technologies
Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-04-19
Governing Palestine: Internal Struggle, External Coercion
International Institute for Strategic Studies
This paper reports on the situation of the new Palestinian government and suggests how the international community might best react to a Hamas government
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-19
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
Nepal's Crisis: Mobilising International Influence
Crisis Group
A 12-page briefing paper urging international actors to prepare for a transition of government in Nepal and help start a peace process
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-20
Hardly a Savory Combination
Bitterlemon-International.org
A commentary on the strategic situation of Jordan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-24
The Proliferation Security Initiative: Coming In from the Cold
Nautilus Institute@RMIT
An article arguing that the US-led Proliferation Security Initiative appears to be maturing into a useful and accepted counter-proliferation measure
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-04-25
Russia's Military St6rategy: Preparing for the Wrong War?
Netherlands Institute of nternational Relations
A 6-page Dutch paper examining whether Russia's return as a major power in international security coincides with the standing and conceptual thinking of her armed forces
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-26
Europe and the Middle East - Sectarian War Zone
Chatham House
This article forecasts a sectarian war engulfing the Middle East and spilling over into Europe
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
Harmony and Disharmony: Exploiting al-Qua'ida's Organizational Vulnerabilities
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
A 116-page US report contributing to the depth of knowledge about the al-Qua'ida movement
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
Counterterrorism in African Failed States: Challenges and Potential Solutions
Strategic Studies Institute
A 43-page paper assessing the seriousness of the threat posed by terrorist groups operating from failed African states, and presenting alternative strategies to confront such groups
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
Preventative War and its Alternatives: The Lessons of History
Strategic Studies Institute
A 40-page US paper exploring the effectiveness and risks of preventative attacks intended to combat the spread of nuclear, biological and chemical weapons
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
What Makes Zarqawi Tick?
United States Institute of Peace
Report on a US briefing held to analyze al Qaeda operations in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
The Basque Conflict: New Ideas and Prospects for Peace
United States Institute of Peace
A 12-page US update on the latest stage of the Basque conflict
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-04-26
Responding to Crisis in Nigeria
United States Institute of Peace
A US briefing commenting on the 3 elements of the current crisis in Nigeria
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-26
Update on Construction Activities at Arak 40 MW Heavy Water Reactor
Institute for Science and International Security
A 3-page brief based on satellite imagery, showing progress in the construction of Iran's Arak reactor
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-27
New Activities at the Esfahan and Natanz Nuclear Sites in Iran
Institute for Science and International Security
This 6-page brief, based on satellite images, describes recent construction activities at the Natanz and Esfahan nuclear sites
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-27
Neither a Determined Proliferator nor a Responsible Nuclear State: India's Record Needs Scrutiny
Institute for Science and International Security
A 4-page article commenting on India's nonproliferation record
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-27
Commercial Security in Humanitarian and Post-Conflict Settings: An Exploratory Study
International Peace Academy
This 82-page study describes the decentralized, ad hoc use of commercial security organizations in humanitarian and post-conflict settings
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-04-27
Nuclear Crisis
Bitterlemons-International.org
An Iranian commentary on the US-Iran nuclear standoff
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-28
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
Nuclear Weapons: Views on Proposals to Transform the Nuclear Weapons Complex
US Government Accountability Office
A 21-page US study of issues concerning the proposed transformation of the US nuclear weapons complex
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-01
The Shadow of the Bomb, 2006
Hoover Institution
This US article warns of the dangers of nuclear weapons falling into dangerous hands
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-05-02
Military Satellites 2006: International Satellite Innovation and Cooperation
Center for Defense Information
A 33-page overview of international military satellite activity
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-02
CNS Special Report on North Korean Ballistic Missile Capabilities
Center for Nonproliferation Studies
A 13-page US assessment of the strike capabilities of North Korea's ballistic missiles
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-03
Personal Protective Equipment Guidelines for Structural Collapse Events
Rand Corporation
This 112-page US study offers guidelines to better protect emergency responders at large building collapses
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-04
Neglected Defense: Mobilizing the Private Sector to Support Homeland Security
Council on Foreign Relations
A 56-page US examination of how federal efforts to engage the private sector in homeland security are failing
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-04
Managing Tensions on the Timor-Leste/Indonesia Border
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing recomends closer border cooperation between Indonesia and Timor-Leste to reduce tension
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-05-05
Atlantic Reform: A Euro-Atlantic and a Danish Perspective
Danish Institute for International Studies
A 40-page Danish report synthesizing proposals for reforming the Atlantic security institutions
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-05
Terrorism in Indonesia: Noordin
Crisis Group
A 38-page report evaluating the strength of the terrorist networks developed by Noordin Mohammed Top in Indonesia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-06
Cerberus to Mind: Media as Sentinel in the Fight against Terrorism
Center for Contemporary Conflict
This 13-page US paper considers the psychological impact of modern terrorism and the influence of the media on its impact
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-06
Problems of Order, Identity and Justice in World Politics
Hawke Research Institute
This 22-page Australian working paper considers whether the use of external power and foreign assistance can bring peace and democracy or ameliorate the conditions that breed terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-09
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
Recovering from Armed Conflict: Lessons Learned and Next Steps for Improved International Assistance
FRIDE
A 48-page working paper discussing how the problems of post-conflict reconstruction can be more effectively addressed
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-10
The Implications of China's Rise for Asia and Europe
Finnish Instiute of International Affairs
This 5-page Finnish briefing paper surveys the international implications of China's rise
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-10
Nepal: From People Power to Peace?
Crisis Group
A 40-page report identifying the tasks to be performed by the Nepali interim government and the international community if the transition from absolute rule to democratic government is to succeed
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-11
Understanding Iran: A Solution to the Nuclear Crisis?
Foreign Policy Centre
A 4-page UK policy brief proposing that an understanding of the motivations, grievences and insecurities shaping Iranian self-perception would be a promising start to defusing the current nuclear crisis
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-11
The Challenge for Hamas: Establishing Transparency and Accountability
Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces
This 11-page paper examines some of the challenges faced by Hamas in the area of government
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-11
Unrest in Turkey's Kurdish Region
German Institute for International Politics and Security
An 8-page German commentary on recent unrest in Kurdish Turkey, calling for a dialogue between Turkey and the EU on Turkey's long-term Kurdish policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-11
UNCLOS and its Limitations as the Foundation for a Regional Maritime Security Regime
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 40-page paper discussing key limitations of UNCLOS in terms of building an effective regional maritime security regime in Asia
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-17
US Military Options Against Emerging Nuclear Threats: The Challenges of a Denial Society
International Institute for Strategic Studies
This article examines the military options available to the US for dealing with the threat posed by nuclear development in Iran
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-17
Cote D'Ivoire: Peace as an Option
Crisis Group
The executive summary and recommnendations of a report assessing the prospects and prerequisites for peace in Cote D'Ivoire (complete report available only in French)
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-18
Cooperate to Survive
Bitter-Lemons-international.Org
An analysis of current Turkish-Iranian relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-20
Stabilizing Iraq: Options for Democracy, Security and Development
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
A 33-page draft report of a conference held to discuss the political, security and economic situation in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-26
The Peaceful Use of Atomic Energy and Nonproliferation
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Notes for an address on the threat of nuclear proliferation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-05-26
Uniting Against Terrorism: Recommendations for a Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy
United Nations
A 32-page report by the UN Secretary-General offering recommendations for a global anti-terrorism strategy
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-26
Australia's Defence Relations with the United States
Joint Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade - Australia
A 126-page report examining how the Australian-US alliance should best be developed to meet each nation's security requirements in the Asia Pacific region and globally
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-29
Security Conscious Workforce as the First Line of Defense Against Catastrophic Terrorism
Strengthening the Global Partnership Project
This 6-page issue brief stresses the need to train and oversee personnel assigned to protect sensitive installations
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-02
How Deployments Affect Service Members
Rand Corporation
A 150-page study of the challenges faced by US active-duty service members in Iraq and Afghanistan and their families
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Families, Children & YouthPosted: 2006-06-02
Sustainment of Army Forces in Operation Iraqi Freedom: Battlefield Logistics and Effects on Operations
Rand Corporation
This 112-page report deals with the performance of logistical support for the US army during Operation Iraqi Freedom
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-02
UK Political Developments and Likely Impact on US Relations
British American Security Information Council
A 3-page paper describing recent political developments in the UK and their likely impact on security relations with the US
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-03
Russia and the Iranian Nuclear Crisis
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A commentary on Russia's current position on the Iranian nuclear crisis
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-03
Trusted Partners: Sharing Technology within the U.S.-UK Security Relationship
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A working paper on ways to improve the sharing of defence technologies between the US and the UK
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-03
Governance and the Military: Perspectives for Change in Turkey
Centre for European Security Studies
This 195-page paper reviews the changes made by Turkey in respect of the role of its military in politics and society
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-04
NATO's Growing Role in the Greater Middle East
Brookings Institute
This 53-page US paper traces the growing involvement of NATO in the Greater Middle East
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-07
U.S.-India Nuclear Cooperation: A Strategy for Moving Forward
Council on Foreign Relations
A 36-page US report on the US-India nuclear agreement
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-07
From Schengen to Prum
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 5-page German paper examining the implications of the Prum convention for improving cross-border cooperation in Europe
European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-07
Religion and Conflict in Africa with a Special Focus on East Africa
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 140-page Danish report studies the religious landscape of Africa focusing on the role of religion in the continent's conflict
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-10
Iraq's Future: A Concept Paper
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This paper examines poosible scenarios for the future of Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-10
Iran: Three Alternative Futures
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This Israeli article discusses potential futures for Iran, taking into account international, domestic, political and economic factors
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-13
Iran's Calculations and the New Round of Diplomacy
Stimson Center
A commentary on the latest (June 2006) developments in the Iranian nuclear crisis
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-14
Edging Towards Reform: Kuwait's Security Sector
Stimson Center
A commentary on democratization in Kuwait, with special reference to the security sector
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-14
The Arab Gulf States in the Shadow of the Iranian Nuclear Challenge
Stimson Center
A 26-page working paper examining the attitude and predicament of the Arab Gulf states vis-a-vis the Iranian nuclear challenge
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-14
Freedom and Control Networks in Military Environments
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 42-page working paper examining the potential of the concept of Network Centric Warfare for enhancing information sharing within military coalition environments
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-14
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
Aviation Security
US Government Accountability Office
A 26-page congressional testimony on the progress achieved and challenges encountered by the US Transportation Security Administration in developing its Secure Flight programme
Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-16
Pakistan-China Relations: Recent Developments
Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies
An 11-page Indian report on relations between China and Pakistan during the first half of 2006 and the significance of developments between the two states
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-18
Crisis in Nepal: Recent Developments
Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies
A 12-page Indian report focusing on major issues in Nepalese politics between October 2005 and March 2006
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-18
Iran's Nuclear Programme and Policy: A Report
Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies
A 5-page Indian report offering an overview of Iran's security environment and examining the challenges and opportunities for Iran's nuclear programme and policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-18
Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Islamic Republic of Iran
International Atomic Energy Agency
A 3-page report, dated 8 June 2006, by the Director-General on the implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement by Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-06-18
Global Responses to Global Threats: Sustainable Security for the 21st Century
Oxford Research Group
The 40-page report of a research project examining the various threats to global security and posssible responses to those threats
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-21
Political Fences and Bad Neighbours: North Korea Policy Making in Japan and Implications for the United States
Institute for Foreign Policy Analysis
A 49-page report considering how the US should try to influence relations between Japan and North Korea
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-24