Policy pointers

Disarmament & Peacekeeping

The 13 February Action Plan and the Prospects for the North Korea Nuclear Issue

IFRI

A 23 page French paper analyzing the implications of the 13 February Action Plan for North Korea's nuclear stance

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-04-06

The Evolution of the North Korean Nuclear Crisis: Implications for Iran

IFRI

This 39-page French paper discusses the dangers inherent in North Korean and Iranian nuclear developments

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-02-25

Tolerance and Dialogue Are the Bases to a Peaceful Federal Iraq

IFIMES

A Slovene address discussing the conditions necessary for achieving a peaceful Iraq

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-16

Searching for Constructive and Realistic Solutions of Kosovo Status

IFIMES

A Slovene article examining possible solutions to the question of Kosovo's final status

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-03-29

Searching for Constructive and Realistic Solutions of Kosovo Status: Theoretical Aspects

IFIMES

A Slovene article offering a range of possible solutions to the Kosovo conflict

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-03-17

The April Election and Prospects for Sustainable Peace in Sri Lanka

IDSA

An Indian commentary concluding that the outcome of the April general election makes clear that Sri Lanka will evolve its own model of post-conflict reconstruction and reconciliation to address the causes of conflict

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-21

NATO and Russia: Move towards Cooperation or Deployments

IDSA

An Indian commentary on the future of NATO-Russian relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-01-13

Understanding Obstacles to Peace

IDRC

This 382-page Canadian publication examines the actors, interests, and strategies in Africa's Great Lakes Region

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-10-12

International Action on Small Arms

IANSA and Biting the Bullet

This 324-page report examines the implementation of the UN Programme of Action on small arms control

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-07-15

The Geneva Talks over Georgia’s Territorial Conflicts: Achievements and Challenges

IAI

An 8-page Italian paper reporting on the Geneva talks established to resolve outstanding disputes over Georgia’s breakaway regions – Abkhazia and South Ossetia

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-14

Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement in the Islamic Republic of Iran

IAEA

A 9-page report on recent developments in the implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement by Iran

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-12-05

Verification: IAEA Capabilities, Challenges and New R&D

IAEA

A 21-page conference presentation providing an overview of the IAEA's verification capabilities

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-12-03

Lost Opportunities in the Horn of Africa

Horn of Africa Group

A 50-page report arguing that the attainment of peace in this region is dependent on understanding the links between the different conflicts

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-07-13

Toward a Diplomatic Action Plan on Nuclear Issues

Hoover Institution et al.

A 50-pageUS paper exploring the elements of a U.S. diplomatic strategy for moving toward a world order that reduces the role of nuclear weapons and prevents their further spread beyond today’s nuclear weapon states

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-02-27

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

Inching Away from Armageddon: Destroying the U.S. Chemical Weapons Stockpile

Henry L. Stimson Center

A 70-page report providing a history of the U.S. chemical weapons destruction program, an explanation of the technical processes and a report on progress

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-05-22

The Impact of the Financial Crisis on Conflict and State Fragility in Sub-Saharan Africa

GSDRC

This 41-page issues paper collates recommendations from a range of sources on how the impacts of the financial crisis on countries which are currently politically unstable and suffer from pre-existing conflicts might be addressed and suggests potential areas of collaboration among donors

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2009-08-17

"Culture of Peace" or "Culture of War"?

German Institute of International and Security Affairs

A 4-page German commentary on the resurgence of violence in Afghanistan

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-07-07

The United Nations Peacebuilding Commission: Tasks, Mandate and Design for a New Institution

German Institute for Security and International Affairs

An 8-page German commentary on this proposed UN commission, intended to deal with the problems of failed states, conflict prevention and post-conflict peacebuilding

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-09-13

The Darfur Conflict: The Sudan Comprehensive Peace Agreement

German Institute for International Politics and Security

This 7-page article questions whether the Sudan Comprehensive Peace Agreement is sufficiently robust to bring peace to Darfur

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-05-11

A "Roadmap" for Kashmir

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

A 4-page commentary on the prospects for rapprochement between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir dispute

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-13

Political Consequences of the Tidal Wave in Indonesia and Sri Lanka

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

This 4-page commentary examines the likelihood of post-Tsunami aid resulting in solutions to the conflicts in Indonesia and Sri Lanka

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-12

War of Resolutions: Parliamentary Blockade in the Kosovo Negotiations

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

A 6-page assessment of the problems facing the future status negotiations for Kosovo

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-01-09

Sudan After the Naivasha Peace Agreement: No Champagne Yet

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

An 8-page commentary on the outlook for a lasting solution to the conflict between the Sudanese government and the SPLA rebels

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-02-12

Nine Months After the Tsunami: Hopes for Peace in Aceh

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

A 4-page German commentary on the peace negotiations between the Indonesian government and the Free Aceh Movement

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-09-13

Democratic Control of Armed Forces in Military Interventions: A Challenge to Global Governance

Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces

A 26-page working paper focusing on issues relating to the democratic control of multinational military interventions authorised by the U.N.

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-04-21

The Challenges and Opportunities of Security Sector Reform in Post-Conflict Liberia

Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces

An 88-page occasional paper examining the role of the security sector in the post-conflict reconstruction of Liberia

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-01-12

Rebuilding Iraq: Status of DOD's Reconstruction Program

GAO

A 14-page US report to Congress on the status of DOD's reconstruction activities in Iraq

International Development, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-12-18

Securing, Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq: Key Issues for Congressional Oversight

GAO

This 120-page US report includes a series of issue papers to assist Congress to analyze the President's revised Iraq strategy

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-10

Picking Up the Pieces: What to Expect from the Peacebuilding Commission

Friedrich Ebert Foundation

A 7-page report on the conference held to consider the potential of the Peacebuilding Commission proposed at the UN summit

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-01-28

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

After Peace Talks: What Next for EU Policy in Palestine?

FRIDE

A 6-page Spanish policy brief considering how the EU may have to reassess its approach towards the Israel-Palestine conflict

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23

The "Soldier-diplomat" in Afghanistan and Iraq

FRIDE

A 28-page Spanish working paper arguing that, while the military is often better placed to provide immediate relief in the most insecure environments, civilian supervision over stability operations must be asserted at every level to reverse the ‘creeping militarisation’ of foreign policy

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-10-28

No time to wind-down in Bosnia

FRIDE

A 5-page Spanish policy brief explaining that Bosnia continues to show no clear signs of reconciliation and there is a lack of commitment to the process of EU accession

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-10-28

European Conflict Resolution Policies: Truncated Peace-building

FRIDE

This 20-pageSpanish working paper offers a critique of European policies in situations of conflict or fragility

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-20

When More is Less: Aiding Statebuilding in Afghanistan

FRIDE

A 31-page Spanish working paper providing a critical examination of international economic and military assistance to the statebuilding efforts in Afghanistan

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-10-25

Can Democratic Elections Solve a Civil War? The Case of Serbia and Kosovo

FRIDE

A 6-page Spanish paper examining the use of democratic elections for the resolution of civil conflicts

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-08-17

France and the Middle East Crises

FRIDE

A 12-page paper examining the contribution that Europe and France might make towards a solution of Middle East crises

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-03

Annapolis: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

FRIDE

A 4-page Spanish article examing whether the Annapolis negotiations have the potential to bring peace to the Middle East

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-01-09

To Palestine, via 'Mecca' and 'Beirut'

FRIDE

An 8-page Spanish paper examining the role of Hamas in the search for a solution to the Palestine problem

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-03

The EU and the Middle East Peace Process: Re-Engagement?

FRIDE

An 8-page Spanish paper examining the opportunities for the EU to re-engage in the Middle East peace process

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-28

Is More Better? Evaluating External-Led State Building After 1989

Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies

A 32-page US working paper proposing a framework for evaluating the success of state building operations

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-04-26

Prospects for Ending North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program

FPRI

A US article on the prospects for terminating North Korea's nuclear program

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-10-23

Tahdiya: Calm Before the Palestinian Storm?

FPRI

A US article commenting on the end of the Israeli-Palestinian cease-fire and its implications

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-12-22

Hamas Divided: Time For A New Policy?

FPRI

A US essay considering how Hamas may affect the current peace negotiations in the Middle East

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-10-19

Prolonging East Asia’s Surprising Peace: Can It Be Managed?

FPRI

This US essay analyzes more than a decade of mainly constructive Sino-American relations and peace in East Asia

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-08-16

Negotiating Under Fire: Preserving Peace Talks in the Face of Terror Attacks

FPRI

A US paper showing how an understanding of how violence undermines the legitimacy of a peace process can help determine what measures may effectively insulate peacemaking from the efforts of outside spoilers to wreck ongoing negotiations over long-festering, ethnic conflicts.

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-27

Israel and Palestine - Two States for Two Peoples: If Not Now, When?

FPA

A collegial, collective policy statement representing a consensus view of the Boston Study Group on Middle East Peace

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-18

Rethinking Nuclear Security Strategy

Foreign Policy Research Institute

An essay calling for an updated U.S. approach to nonproliferation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-09-24

Missile Defense All Over Again

Foreign Policy in Focus

A brief criticising the U.S. Administration's pursuit of missile defence

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-10-22

The Exception that Makes the Rule - North Korea and the NPT

Foreign Policy in Focus

An 8-page analysis of the effect of North Korea's actions on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-05-11

Talking Peace and Kashmir - Warily, Under a Nuclear Shadow

Foreign Policy in Focus

A 4-page commentary on the outlook for a peaceful, negotiated, final settlement of the Kashmir issue

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-07-14

Solving the Iranian Nuclear Crisis

Finnish Institute of International Affairs

The summary of a panel discussion and seminar on the Iranian nuclear issue held in Helsinki

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2005-12-09

Military-humanitarian Integration: The Promise and the Peril

FIIA

This 6-page Finnish briefing paper puts Finland\'s drafting of a comprehensive national crisis management strategy in conversation with the increase in violence directed at aid workers in crisis situations, with special reference to Afghanistan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-09-15

High Expectations, Limited Resources: The Bottlenecks of EU Civilian Crisis Management in Kosovo

FIIA

An 8-page Finnish briefing paper studying a few of the stumbling blocks to successful EU crisis management in Kosovo and addressing some basic questions concerning the EULEX operation

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-24

From Preparations to Negotiations for an Arms Trade Treaty

FES

A 10-page analysis of the options for compromise and the investment of political capital, to increase the chances for a robust, legally binding arms trade treaty

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2012-04-14

Small Arms, Terrorism and the OAS Firearms Convention

Federation of American Scientists

A 62-page U.S. occasional paper arguing that the OAS Firearms Convention could, if fully implemented, help stem the flow of weapons to illegal groups and terrorists

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-13

New Russia, New Ally: A Bilateral Security Agenda Beyond 2008

EWI

This 21-page policy paper presents a new agenda for nuclear arms control and military confidence-building

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-08-10

The New Start Treaty Debate: What’s at Stake

EWI

A commentary on the importance of the US Senate ratifying the New START Treaty

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-12-11

Lifting the Nuclear Threat Isn’t a Pipe Dream

Europe'sWorld

An article explaining why 2010 is a key year in the campaign to free the world of nuclear weapons

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-16

What Europe Must Do to Ensure a Two-state Deal

Europe's World

This article lists the key decisions European policymakers must take to ensure that the Israel-Palestinian peace process becomes viable

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-14

A Reflection on the Current State of Nuclear Non-proliferation and Safeguards

EU Non-Proliferation Consortium

This 18-page paper looks at the main prohibitions of the 1968 Non-Proliferation Treaty, examines the history and operation of the IAEA safeguards system and concludes with some suggestions for improvements

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2012-02-06

Towards a UN Deployment in Darfur: Avoiding Destabilizing Repercussions for Peacekeeping in Africa

EU Institute for Security Studies

A 6-page analysis paper raising concerns regarding the proposed replacement of the African Union peacekeeping force by a UN force

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-07-06

Afghanistan: Mission Impossible?

ESF

This 44-page working synthesises the views of experts on what is needed to secure peace in Afghanistan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-04-26

'Worse, Not Better?' Reinvigorating Early Warning for Conflict Prevention in the Post-Lisbon European Union

Egmont

This 51-page Belgian paper offers a number of recommendations addressed primarily to the EU, which could help to mitigate some of the problems obstructing warning for early actionto prevent future conflicts

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-25

Russia-NATO Joint Missile Defence: Implementing the Decision

EastWest Institute

The 3-page report of an informal and off the record round-table on joint ballistic missile defence involving leading officials of NATO, Russia and the United States

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-05-14

Energy and Conflict Prevention

EastWest Institute

A 269-page book of contributions on energy supply and conflict prevention

Energy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-01-10

Seeking Solutions for Afghanistan: A Report on the Abu Dhabi Process

EastWest Institute

A 28-page report laying out several recommendations for rebuilding regional cooperation between Afghanistan and Pakistan following Afghanistan’s National Consultative Peace Jirga

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-03

EU Civilian Rapid Reaction: Trouble Ahead!

DIIS

An 11-page Danish brief arguing that the EU's civilian rapid reaction capacity is considerable smaller and less-well integrated than is generally supposed

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-13

Bandits, Borderlands and Opium Wars in Afghanistan

DIIS

This 28-page Danish working paper examines Afghan state-building viewed from the margins

International Development, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-12-02

The Charisma of Authenticity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

DIIS

A 24-page Danish analysis studying the various interdependencies that may exist between modes of objectifying the nation and the legitimacy of discursive strategies of nation-building in the context of a grave social conflict

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-11-24

The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: The Need for an International Solution

DIIS

This 4-page Danish policy brief argues that if the Middle East Quartet is to regain its relevance and the Obama Administration to deliver on its promise of a New Beginning, a new internationally-sanctioned framework is long overdue

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-03

Denmark and Modern Non-proliferation Assistance and Disarmament

DIIS

A 4-page Danish policy brief proposing that Denmark should use its unique expertise on radiation protection, biosafety/biosecurity and disease surveillance and develop an international control system for nuclear and biological materials in order to help smaller states prevent dangerous materials from falling into the wrong hands

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-11-02

Missile Proliferation: New Challenges and New Threats

DIIS

This 9-page Danish brief contains the conclusions and recommendations of a conference on missile proliferation

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-10-09

Building Civil Servant Capacity in South Sudan

DIIS

This 4-page Danish policy brief recaps on some main tenets of IGAD initiative and presents a number of policy recommendations

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-10-11

Intervention Hangovers in Stabilisation Operations: Case studies from Afghanistan and Iraq

DIIS

A 22-page Danish working paper arguing that stabilisation activities do not engage fully with the underlying premise that stabilisation must support and engender local political legitimacy

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-02

Oil Development in Africa: Lessons for Sudan after the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

DIIS

This 80-page Danish report explores the "resource curse" of oil development in Africa, drawing lessons for Sudan

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, EnergyPosted: 2007-07-03

Budget Support Lessons from Post-conflict Support to Mozambique

DIIS

This Danish policy brief revisits the main lessons from support to Mozambique during its post-conflict reconstruction phase

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-05-22

Budget Support Lessons from Post-conflict Support to Mozambique

DIIS

This Danish policy brief revisits the main lessons from support to Mozambique during its post-conflict reconstruction phase

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-04-14

Human Security and Peacebuilding Through a Gender Lens: Challenges of Implementation in Africa

DIIS

This 32-page Danish discussion paper examines the difficulty of translating gender awareness into workable plans for implementation in African peacebuilding activities

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-12-21

From Critical Watch-Dogs to Nation-Builders

DIIS

This 25-page Danish working paper considers whether a diaspora from conflict and violence can contribute to the reconstruction of the nation

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2011-06-07

Working in "Fragile States": Problems, Dilemmas and Guidance

DIIS

A 9-page Danish brief providing a concise overview of the problems and dilemmas confronting organizations and companies working in fragile states, and offering guidance to overcome them

International Development, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-31

Transnational Returns and Reconstruction in Post-War Bosnia-Herzegovina

DIIS

A 4-page Danish brief examining the return strategies of refugees to profoundly changed circumstances in their homeland

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2007-06-13

Should Greenland Mine its Uranium?

DIIS

This 4-page Danish policy brief examines the domestic and foreign policy challenges of uranium exports by Greenland

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-03

Soldiers and State-Building: The Approach of the Danish Armed Forces

DIIS

This 58-page report analyzes how the Danish armed forces have approached and prioritised reconstruction support, and examines how their performance might be improved

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, International DevelopmentPosted: 2007-03-30

A New Start for EU Peacemaking? Past Record and Future Potentia

Department of Peace and Conflict Research

A 78-page Swedish paper asserting that there is a potential for the EU to take on a more significant international peacekeeping role

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-02

The Post-Conflict Security Sector

DCAF

This 28-page policy paper discusses how the international community has dealt with the need to construct or reconstruct the security sector in six countries

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

Positive and/or Negative Impacts of the Abolishment of Former Secret Services Immediately After Democratic Change

DCAF

An 8-page paper discussing the merits and demerits of abolishing former secret services following regime change

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-02

Transitional Justice and Security Sector Reform: Enabling Sustainable Peace

DCAF

A 99-page occasional paper examining the relationship between transitional justice and security sector reform in a post-conflict setting

Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-01-02

Deepening Palestinian Divisions in the Shadow of a Possible Renewal of the Peace Process

Dayan Center

This 5-page Israeli commentary examines how the hardening of Palestinian divisions is likely to influence the Israeli-Palestinian political process, which is showing signs of revival

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2010-01-25

Looking Straight at the Initiative

Dayan Center

a 3-page Israeli commentary on the Arab Peace Initiative

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-30

A Pebble in the Peace Pond

Dayan Center

A 2-page Israeli commentary on the Arab Peace Initiative

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-30