Policy pointers

Defence, Terrorism & Security

Coalition Warfare in Afghanistan: Burden-sharing or Disunity?

Chatham House

An 8-page UK briefing paper examining the reasons for the coalition forces' lack of success in Afghanistan

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-10-26

NATO: Back to the Future?

Chatham House

A 10-page UK paper addressing the future of NATO

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-19

The CBRN System: Assessing the Threat of Terrorist Use of Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Weapons in the United Kingdom

Chatham House

This 40-page report assesses the risk of the use of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear weapons by terrorists in the UK

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-07

The Vulnerabilities of Developed States to Economic Cyber Warfare

Chatham House

This 15-page UK working paper considers whether states and societies should consider economic cyber warfare - aggressive economic action either from, or facilitated by cyber space - as a strategic problem

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-06-24

Partnering With the Muslim Community as an Effective Counter-Terrorist Strategy

Chatham House

A 10-page UK speech arguing that successful partnerships between police and Muslims pursued in London since 9/11 provide a template for future international counter-terrorism strategy

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-22

Cyber Security and the UK's Critical National Infrastructure

Chatham House

This 50-page UK paper attempts to provide a comprehensive account of the UK national cyberspace stakeholder environment that could provide the basis for the development of a national cyber security regime, culture or policy framework

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-09-22

Post-Conflict Security-Building

Chatham House and ESRC

An 8-page UK briefing paper examining what is wrong with post-conflict security-building and reconstruction

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-12-13

The Bucharest Papers

Chatham House, GMF

A series of 4 papers highlighting some of the core issues and obstacles confronting NATO

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-09

Fighting Bioterrorism: Tracking and Assessing U.S. Government Programs

Chemical and Biological Arms Control Institute

A 20-page executive summary of a report investigating the counter-bioterrorism measures taken by the U.S. administration since 2001 and offering an alternative operational plan

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-07

The Mathematics of Military Balance

China-US Focus

A US article examining the implications of China’s military posture and expenditures

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-14

Russia's Embrace of Tactical Nuclear Weapons

Cicero Foundation

A 41-page paper analyzing how the U.S. and Russia have implemented the Presidential Nuclear Initiatives of the early 1990s, in which both the U.S. and the Soviet Union/Russia committed themselves to considerable reductions of tactical nuclear weapons (TNWs)

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-22

Developing a Security and Defence Policy in the European Union: A View From the British Presidency

Cicero Foundation

A 14-page lecture on the need for a European Security and Defence Policy, its progress to date and the challenges and opportunities ahead

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-27

Sarkozy, France and NATO

Cicero Foundation

This 21-page paper examines whether President Sarkozy's rapprochement to NATO is sustainable

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-04

The Role of the EU in Fighting Proliferation: An Assessment of the Iran Case and its Consequences

Cicero Foundation

This 4-page lecture traces the development of an EU policy on non-proliferation

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-01-27

The Case for Direct US Engagement with North Korea

Cicero Foundation

This 27-page paper urges the US to normalize its relations with North Korea

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-10-18

Medvedev's Proposal for a Pan-European Security Pact

Cicero Foundation

A 13=page paper examining the hidden objectives behind Pres. Medvedev's proposed conference on a new European Security Treaty

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-02

Is NATO, "To Be, or Not to Be"?

Cicero Foundation

This 12-page lecture comments on the challenges facing NATO

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-08

ESDP Operations and the Challenges of Evolving Multilateral Security

Cicero Foundation

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

European Union, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-08-19

Why France Rejoins NATO: Wooing Britain?

Cicero Foundation

A 4-page paper considering France's decision to rejoin NATO in the context of Franco-British relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-13

Chirac's Gaullism: Why France Has Become the Driving Force Behind an Autonomous European Defence Policy

Cicero Foundation

This 14-page paper analyses Chirac's European Defence Policy and how it fits into the Gaullist tradition

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2004-10-06

The Case for Direct US Engagement with North Korea

Cicero Foundation

A 27-page article arguing that the normalization of relations between the US and North Korea could help persuade North Korea to eliminate its nuclear weapons programme

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-08

Troop Levels in Stability Operations: What We Don't Know

CIS

A 4-page US essay examining the conventional wisdom concerning troop levels needed in stability operations

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-23

Australia and the Future of Nuclear Deterrence

CIS

A 12-page Australian issue analysis raising questions about Australia's dependence on the US for extended deterrence

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-11

China’s Insecurity and Search for Power

CIS

This 22-page Australian paper examines the thoughts of some of China’s leading strategic thinkers and policymakers. It shows how China’s leaders and thinkers view the world and China within it, and how they view ‘power’ and seek security within the system.

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-09

"New Fighting Power!" for Japan?

CIS

A 4-page US essay examining the implications of the build-up in capacity of the Japan Coast Guard

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-06

A Return Trip to North Korea’s Yongbyon Nuclear Complex

CISC

An 8-page US report of a visit to North Korea’s Yongbyon Nuclear Complex

Defence, Terrorism & Security, EnergyPosted: 2010-12-10

What Next for the African Union in Darfur?

Citizens for Global Solutions

A 3-page U.S. briefing paper discussing the current African Union monitoring mission in Darfur and offering recommendations for strengthening the mission

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-03-09

Darfur in the Security Council

Citizens for Global Solutions

A 5-page briefing paper on the situation in Darfur. Includes a link to the report of the U.N. Commission of Enquiry into the violations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2005-02-09

Securing and Protecting America's Rail Safety

Citizens for Rail Safety

An 82-page report highlighting potential threats to the US rail system and suggesting ways in which public policy and rail operations can be better able to meet terrorist threats

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-20

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

Radiological Terrorism: Public Response and Security

CITS

A 26-page preliminary report of the NATO-Russia Advanced Research Workshop, "Social and Psychological Effects of Radiological Terrorism

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-12-01

Radiological Terrorism

CITS, NATO

The 26-page report of a NATO-Russian workshop held to discuss the social and psychological effects of radiological terrorism

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-12-31

Ethical Justness of Counter-terrorism Measures: EU measures

Clingendael

This 44-page Dutch paper examines the ethical justification for six sets of counter-terrorism measures operating or proposed to operate in the European Union. They have been selected on the basis of their impact on the lives of individual citizens and because of their public profiles

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-15

The Lord’s Resistance Army: Tackling a Regional Spoiler

Clingendael

This 4-page Dutch policy brief considers the need for a regional containment strategy aimed at minimizing the LRA’s room for manoeuvre and creating new impetus for peace in the DRC

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-10

Another Name for NATO?

Clingendael

This 2-page Dutch commentary calls for a re-branding of NATO

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-16

Reinforcing Efforts to Seize the Fleeting Window of Opportunity in North Kivu

Clingendael

This 4-page Dutch policy brief states that far greater international diplomatic pressure, coupled with the deployment of a neutral external force to help stabilise the situation and build confidence, is urgently required to create the conditions for successful mediation and dialogue.

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Internal DisplacementPosted: 2008-12-07

Europe's Virtual Security Debate and a New Transatlantic Relationship

Clingendael

A 14-page Dutch discussion paper analyzing Europe's security situation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-08

Russian Security Policy and Cooperation with the West

Clingendael

A 6-page Dutch brief arguing that the West needs to find new ways to cooperate with Russia

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-29

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the OSCE: Two of a Kind?

Clingendael

A 14-page Dutch paper providing an insight into the development and current policies of the SCO, comparing it to the OSCE and elaborating on the relationship between the two organisations

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-11-13

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

The US–Japan Security Treaty at 50: Entering Uncharted Waters

Clingendael

A 3-page Dutch essay arguing that the US–Japan alliance’s relationship is again today passing through troubled times towards a still uncertain future

Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-24

Combatting International Terrorism: New Powers for the Security Council?

Clingendael

A 24-page Dutch paper considering how new powers for the UN security council might help combat international terrorism

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-07

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

NATO-Russia Relations after the Georgian Conflict

Clingendael

This 6-page article discusses how the Russia-Georgian conflict impacted on the global level of international politics

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-11-23

Pioneering for Solutions to Somali Piracy: Facing the Challenge, Seizing the Opportunity

Clingendael

This 5-page Dutch policy brief gives a comprehensive account of the piracy issue and presents recommendations to nations engaged in counter-piracy activities

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-03

Ensuring that China Rises Peacefully

Clingendael

This 2-page Dutch article deals with China's new assertiveness

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-01-27

Fourth Follow-up: Moving Beyond the Stalemate: Addressing the Nuclear challenge by supranational Means

Clingendael

This 6-page Dutch briefing paper considers major issues relevant to the non-proliferation debate

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-05-27

The 'Peace Mission 2007' Exercises: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Advances

Clingendael

A 21-page Dutch paper on the development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a security organisation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-21

The Case for Restraint with Iran

Clingendael

A Dutch commentary arguing that because of Iran's importance, the European Union and the United States have to engage Iran energetically

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-08-05

Sudan 2012: Scenarios for the Future

Clingendael

This 28-page Dutch report describes four possible scenarios for the future of Sudan, defined by two key uncertainties: 1) In 2012, will Sudan be united or will the North and South have gone separate ways? 2) In 2012, will there be a new war between the North and the South, or will there be no war?

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-28

The Urgent Need for a Renewed SSR Effort in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Clingendael

A 5-page Dutch policy brief stressing the need for a renewed security sector reform effort in the Congo

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-06-28

How to Make the Comprehensive Approach Work

Clingendael

A 5-page Dutch policy brief explaining how effective crisis management requires a comprehensive approach through adequate mission preparation, training and appropriate structures in mission administration

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2012-04-13

Will the Human Disappear in Future Warfare?

Clingendael

An 8-page Dutch speech on the human role in future warfare, with special reference to developments in military robotics

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-05-13

A Community Dilemma: DDR and the Changing Face of Violence in Colombia

Clingendael

This 71-page Dutch paper asks what more the Colombian government, civil society and the international community can do to ensure that the demobilization process does not end in failure

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-07-22

North Korea Conducts Nuclear Test

CNS

A 9-page provisional analysis of North Korea's claim to have successfully conducted a nuclear test on 9th October

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-10-11

Trafficking Networks for Chemical Weapons Precursors

CNS

This 48-page US paper investigates the illicit trafficking of chemical weapons precursors

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-28

From the Horse's Mouth: Unraveling Al-Qa'ida's Target Selection Calculus

CNS

A US article analyzing the nature of al Qa'ida's basis for target selection

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-04-25

The New, 2010 Russian Military Doctrine: The Nuclear Angle

CNS

A US article explaining that the new Russian Military Doctrine reduces reliance on nuclear weapons

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-02-06

Leading Nonproliferation Experts Identify Ten Most Significant Proliferation-Related Events and Trends of 2008

CNS

A 6-page US article attempting to identify the most significant proliferation-related events and trends in 2008.

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-02-04

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

Chemical Non-Lethal Weapons: Why the Pentagon Wants Them and Others Don't

CNS

A US article examining the issues surrounding the use of chemical non-lethal weapons

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-11

The Iran Counter-Proliferation Act: Potential Implications for Russian-Iranian Relations and U.S.-Russian Nuclear Cooperation

CNS

A US article reviewing the likely impact of the Iran Counter-Proliferation Act

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-02

Asian Approach to Space Security

CNS

Report on a conference held to ascertain Asian national approaches to space security

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-24

North Korea Likely to Conduct Second Nuclear Test

CNS

A 7-page US article examining the likelihood of a second North Korean nuclear test

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-23

Iranian Nuclear Program Remains Major Threat

CNS

This US article argues that despite the recent US NIE assessment of Iran's nuclear weapons programme, serious concerns remain

Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-01-03

Reducing and Regulating Tactical (Nonstrategic) Nuclear Weapons in Europe

CNS, Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs

A 55-page report analyzing the prospects for reucing and regulating nonstrategic nuclear weapons in Europe

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-12-23