Policy pointers

Disarmament & Peacekeeping

Reflecting on Risk and Security Management

Berghof Peace Support

A 24-page Swiss case study focusing on important risk and security aspects that most conflict transformation organisations face in their daily work

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-04-07

Dealing with the Past in the Context of Ethnonationalism. The Case of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia

Berghof Research Center

This 59-page German paper offers an extensive analysis of the potentials and obstacles for peacebuilding processes in the triangle Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-11-21

Youth in War-To-Peace Transitions: Approaches of International Organisations

Berghof Research Center

A 72-page study dealing with the role of youth in war-to-peace transitions and the response of international organisations to them

Families, Children & Youth, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-12-26

The Road to Peace in Ireland

Berghof Research Center

This 30-page German paper describes how the Irish civil rights movement became drawn into armed struggle and how it then moved towards a non-violent political strategy

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-21

Surviving the Peace: Challenges of War-to-Peace Transition for Civil Society Organisations

Berghof Research Center

This 103-page report addresses what happens to protagonists for change once that change has been achieved

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-11-12

Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation in the Arab World

Berghof Research Center

An 18-page article tracing the work of civil society organisations in the Arab world

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2007-08-12

The Politics of Transformation: The LTTE and the 2002-2006 Peace Process in Sri Lanka

Berghof Research Center

A 59-page case study of the Sri Lankan peace process

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-03

From Politics to Arms to Politics Again: The Transition of the Gerakan Acheh Merdeka (Free Aceh Movement – GAM)

Berghof Research Center

This 29-page paper describes how Aceh's GAM movement was drawn into an armed struggle and then into a non-violent political movement

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-11-21

A Systemic Approach to Conflict Transformation

Berghof Research Center

A series of articles on differerent aspects of conflict transformation (single page linking to each article)

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-09-09

Rethinking Conflict Transformation from a Human Rights Perspective

Berghof Research Center

This 34-page paper moves beyond “justice vs. peace” and proposes that applying a perspective of human rights in conflict transformation brings it closer to its aims – by forcing greater emphasis on structural conditions, especially the role of the state, systems of governance and issues of power

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Human RightsPosted: 2009-09-09

Diaspora Communities and Civil Conflict Transformation

Berghof Research Center for Constructive Conflict Management

A 56-page working paper examining diaspora communities living in Europe, specifically Germany, and their potential role in supporting conflict transformation in their home countries

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-09-29

Bush Cannot Succeed in the Holy Land

BESA

A 3-page Israeli perspective on George Bush's new peace plan for the Middle East

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-05

The Saudi Initiative: A Starting Point for an Israel-Saudi Dialogue?

BESA

A 3-page Israeli perspective on the Saudi initiative for peace in the Middle East

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-03-29

Too Clever By Half? The Problematics of Demilitarization and Other Shadows in Prime Minister Netanyahu's BESA Center Speech

BESA

An 8-page Israeli critique of a recent speech by the Israeli Prime Minister on Israeli-Palestinian rapprochement

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-17

Costs and Benefits of Chemical Weapons Disarmament

BICC

A 28-page German paper discussing the the costs and benefits of chemical weapons disarmament

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-08-30

Services, Return and Security in Four Countries in Southern Sudan

BICC

This 71-page German survey studies how the Return and Reintegration programme in Southern Sudan can be improved

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-08-01

Conflict Diamonds and the Peace Process in Cote d'Ivoire

BICC

A 7-page focus on the relationship between conflict diamonds and the peace process in Cote d'Ivoire

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-07-26

From Resource War to "Violent Peace"

BICC

This 153-page report traces the transition taking place in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-07-27

New Chances for a Compromise in the Nuclear Dispute with Iran?

BICC

The 41-page report of a German conference held to discuss the possibilities of a compromise solution to the nuclear dispute with Iran

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-03-30

Re-Paving the Road to Peace

BICC

This 76-page German report analyzes the implementation of DD&R in Aceh Province, Indonesia

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-07-10

Defense Reform and Conversion in Albania, Macedonia and Croatia

BICC

This 78-page German brief deals with military reform and conversion process in Albania, Macedonia and Croatia

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-10

The Challenge of Managing State-owned Small Arms and Light Weapons in South Sudan

BICC

A 4-page German note on the challenge of finding solutions for getting widespread possession of small arms and light weapons (SALW) and related trade flows under control in the Republic of South Sudan

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02

Aging Stocks of Ammunition and SALW in Ukraine: Risks and Challenges

BICC

This 79-page paper outlines the potential danger of surplus stocks of ammunition and small arms in Ukraine and discusses the role of international actors and the Ukrainian government in disposing of these armaments

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-04-26

The Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Afghanistan: Role Model for Civil-military Relations?

BICC

A 27-page German occasional paper focusing on providing a humanitarian perspective to the ongoing debate about PRTs as a role model for civil-military relation

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-12-02

Peace on Earth? Initiatives for Disarmament, Non-violence and Dialogue”

BICC

The 36-page report of a German symposium held to facilitate dialogue and networking between international and national peace and conflict researchers and Laureates of the Right Livelihood Award on the other in order to find a basis for common activities in the future

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-12-01

The Economics of Small Arms Demand

BICC

This 60-page German paper provides an economic account of demand for small arms as a response to politico-economic motivations arising from polarization and rent-seeking

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-12-13

SALW Survey of Croatia

BICC, SEESAC

An 84-page report on the security risks posed by small arms and light weapons in Croatia

Crime, Law & Order, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-11-08

Rejuvenating or Restraining Civil War: The Role of External Actors in the War Economies of Sudan

Bonn International Center for Conversion

A 46-page paper examining the role of external actors involved in Sudan's war economy between 1997 and 2003

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-09-24

Hard Measures by a Soft Power? Sanctions Policy of the European Union

Bonn International Center for Conversion

A 52-page paper providing an overview of EU sanctions to June 2004

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-24

A Preliminary Exploration of the Linkages between Refugees and Small Arms

Bonn International Center for Conversion

This 83-page paper explores the complex relationship beteen refugees and arms diffusion, and examines the sources of small arms available to refeugees

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-08-25

Aging Stocks of Ammunition and SALW in Ukraine

Bonn International Center for Conversion

This 79-page study deals with the potential danger of surplus stocks of ammunition and small arms, and their stockpiling, in the Ukraine. It deals with the security and environmental threats, and points to the need for collective international effort and action by the Ukrainian government

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-03-01

A Fragile Peace: Guns and Security in Post-Conflict Macedonia

Bonn International Center for Conversion et al.

A 102-page report describing the problem of small arms and light weapons in Macedonia

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-07-20

Disposal of Surplus Small Arms: A Survey of Policies and Practices in OSCE Countries

Bonn International Center for Conversion, et al.

This 146-page report reviews the small arms disposal policies and practices of 9 European countries and the US, and considers the options and best practices available

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-02-27

Transitions from Violence to Peace: Revisiting Analysis and Intervention in Conflict Transformation

BRC

This 90-page paper examines the driving factors and transitional stages of conflict transformation in protracted social conflicts

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-12-23

Congress Stops 2005 Funding for New U.S. Nuclear Weapons

British American Security Information Council

An explanation and commentary on the decision of the U.S. Congress to deny funds for new nuclear weapons

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-27

Preliminary Analysis of E3/EU Proposal to Iran

British American Security Information Council

A preliminary analysis of the full E3/EU "Framework for a Long-Term Agreement" presented to Iran on 5 August 2005

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-08-15

Sailing Into Unchartered Waters? The Proliferation Security Initiative and the Law of the Sea

British American Security Information Council

Executive summary, key conclusions and link to pdf of full report, reviewing the development of the PSI to date and offering some avenues of progress

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-06-10

The IAEA and Iran: Crisis Averted - For the Time Being

British American Security Information Council

An occasional paper describing the current state of play in the Iranian nuclear crisis

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-11-27

Achieving a Breakthrough in '05? Balanced Progress Needed in All Three Pillars

British American Security Information Council

An 8-page document presenting a set of key issues and specific recommendations considered crucial for a successful outcome to the Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-05-11

The Proliferation Security Initiative: Three Years On

British American Security Information Council

An 8-page paper taking stock of the Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) 3 years after its inception

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-08-04

Towards a Breakthrough at the 2005 NPT Review Conference

British American Security Information Council

Report from an off-the-record consultation held prior to the Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-03

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

Direct Palestinian-Israeli Negotiations: The Looming Risks of a Necessary Step

Brookings

A US article assessing the prospects for the direct Palestinian-Israeli negotiations

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-30

Next Steps on U.S.-Russian Nuclear Negotiations and Nuclear Non-Proliferation

Brookings

This 9-page US paper contains recommendations in four areas: steps to prepare for future negotiations on nuclear arms reductions after New START; principles for cooperation on missile defense; ideas for following up on the April nuclear security summit to secure all fissile material globally; and actions to strengthen the nuclear nonproliferation regime

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-20

The “Peace Process” is Dead; What’s Next?

Brookings

A US article arguing that a fresh approach to Arab-Israeli peacemaking is urgently needed

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-11

Negotiations and Reconciliation with the Taliban: Key Policy Issues and Dilemmas

Brookings

A 6-page US essay arguing that the real question about negotiating with the Taliban is what shape and content any such negotiation and reconciliation should have, and what are the costs and benefits of such an approach

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-02-01

NATO, Nuclear Weapons and Arms Control

Brookings

This 47-page US paper examines NATO’s nuclear background, lays out a number of questions the Alliance must consider as it thinks about its future nuclear posture, and outlines the range of arms control approaches for dealing with non-strategic nuclear weapons

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-07-26

Resetting U.S.-Russian Leadership on Nuclear Arms Reductions and Non-Proliferation

Brookings

This28-page US report traces recent US-Russian efforts to build a more positive relationship, in particular with respect to nuclear arms reductions and non-proliferation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-02-01

Peace, Reconciliation, and Displacement

Brookings

A 17-page US presentation focusing on the relationship between peace and displacement

Internal Displacement, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-08-16

The North Korea Deadlock: A Report from the Region

Brookings Institute

Transcript (28-page) of an event co-sponsored by Brookings Institution and Asia Society on Jan. 15, 2004. Keynote speaker Ambassador Jack Pritchard presented his impressions of a private visit to North Korea a few days earlier.

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-01-27

A Switch in Time: A New Strategy for America in Iraq

Brookings Institute

This 142-page report, based on a series of expert discussions and visits, offers a comprehensive alternative approach to current military, political and economic policies in Iraq

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-02-23

Seizing the Moment in Israeli-Palestinian Relations: How to Sustain the Cease-Fire and revitalize the Road Map

Brookings Institute

A paper containing a series of recommendations emerging from an international workshop aiming to optimise the opportunities for an Israeli-Palestinian peace

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-03-08

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

A U.S.-Europe Statement on Iran

Brookings Institution

A 5-page statement signed by leading U.S. and European figures outlining a proposed joint U.S-Europe approach to dealing with Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-09-21

Restoring Confidence in Lebanon's Future

Brookings Institution

This 10-page US testimony deals with Lebanon's need for a return to normalcy

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-09-19

North Korea Now: Will the Clock be Turned Back?

Brookings Institution

A US essay examining prospects for Korean denuclearization and peace process

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-02-22

Obama's Options for Gaza

Brookings Institution

A US article arguing that there is an opportunity in the Gaza crisis for the new president to achieve a better future for Palestinians and Israelis

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-01-13

A New Challenge for Peacekeepers: The Internally Displaced

Brookings Institution and John Hopkins SAIS

A 58-page study urging that the mandates of military peacekeeping forces should include the protection of civilians, especially internally displaced persons

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-04-26

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

Protecting Two Million Internally Displaced: The Successes and Shortcomings of the African Union in Darfur

Brookings-Bern Project on Internal Displacement

This 64-page occasional paper provides a first hand account of the successes and shortcomings of the AU's intervention in Darfur, with recommendations for improving the AU's capacity

Immigration & Refugees, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-11-19

Iran: Countdown to Showdown

Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

An article commenting on the latest developments in respect of Iran's nuclear programme

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-10-23

The Urgent Need to Strengthen the Non-Proliferation Regime

Carnegie Emdowment for International Peace

This 8-page policy outlook urges the UN Security Council to adopt a generic and binding resolution that would automatically authorize three steps if a state is found in non-compliance by the IAEA

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-02-08