Foreign Policy
Gaza: Risks and Opportunities
BESA
A 4-page Israeli article discussing the implications of the recent breach by Hamas of the Egyptian-Gaza border
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-20
Assessing the Contribution of International Actors in Afghanistan
SFB
A 24-page German paper based on the results of a representative survey of households in North East Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-20
Armenia: A Russian Outpost in the Caucasus?
IFRI
This French paper describes the relationship between Russia and Armenia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-21
Pockets of Instability: What Links Kosovo, Cyprus and Nagorno-Karabakh?
INSS
An Israeli analysis examining the linkage between the situations in Kosovo, Cyprus and Nagorno-Karabakh
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-25
The Return of Russia Under Putin
INSS
An Israeli article analyzing the resurgence of Russian power
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-25
Political Murder in Central Asia: No Time to End Uzbekistan's Isolation
Crisis Group
A 12-page update briefing on the Saipov affair and its consequences
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-27
The Role of Norms and Powers in East Asia's Security Architecture
DIIS
This 48-page Danish report compares the influence of ASEAN and ARF to the great powers, China and the US
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-27
The Arctic and Climate Change
Chatham House
The 6-page summary of an international law discussion group meeting held to discuss the Arctic and climate change
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-29
Security in the South China Sea: China's Balancing Act and New Regional Dynamics
RSIS
A 35-page Singaporean working paper analyzing the overall pattern in Beijing's handling of South China Sea disputes over the past decade
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-01
Time for Trilateralism?
AEI
A 7-page US paper arguing for a trilateral security initiative involving the US, Japan and South Korea
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-09
The New Middle East
CEIP
A US report proposing a new direction for US policy towards the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-13
Iraqs Three Civil Wars
MIT CIS
This US essay describes how Iraq is undergoing three civil wars, and draws implications for US policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-13
Making Sense of Sarkozy's Union for the Mediterranean
CEPS
A 25-page commentary on President Sarkozy's proposed Union for the Mediterranean
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-14
Power Race in Asia and Turkey's Asian Policy
FPI
A Turkish essay examining geopolitical trends in respect of Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-14
The Emerging Global Order: Australian Foreign Policy in the 21st Century
Lowy Institute
A 109-page Australian paper exploring the shifting foundations of the emerging world order
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-19
For a New Iran Policy
CER
An article proposing a new approach for the West to deal with Iran's nuclear programme
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-25
Iran's 'Risk-Taking' in Perspective
IFRI
A 30-page French paper assessing Iran's nuclear intentions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-26
How the Iraq War Has Empowered Iran
Brookings Institution
A US commentary on the consequences of the Iraq war for Iran's hardliners
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-27
Chinese Ghost Story: The Quadrilateral Dialogue
"The Diplomat", Lowy Institute
A 3-page Australian commentary on the quadrilateral dialogue among the US, Japan, Australia and India
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-02
Europe's Power to Lead
Project Syndicate
An article on Europe's potential for contributing to global power politics
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-05
A New U.S.-Japan Agenda
Pacific Forum CSIS
A 14-page issue paper calling for a strategy to expand the focus of U.S.-Japan Cooperation
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-09
Thai-Chinese Relations: Security and Strategic Partnership
RSIS
41-page Singaporean working paper examining developments in Thai-Chinese relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-10
Iraq After the Surge: Options and Questions
USIP
This 9-page US briefing describes current US policy in Iraq and presents alternatives for reducing the US commitment
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-15
Brothers in Arms? Engaging the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt
IPPR
This 29-page UK paper considers whether Western governments should seek to engage with the Muslim Botherhood
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-04-15
Middle Power Pull
YCISS
This 22-page Canadian paper addresses whether Western middle states are capable of making an effective, significant contribution to ameliorating the image of the West via public diplomacy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-18
The New Balance of Power
FPRI
A US essay on current geopolitical trends
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-28
The Future of U.S.-Syrian Relations
Brookings Institution
A US House testimony on relations between the US and Syria
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-29
Nicolas Sarkozy's Foreign Policy: Gaullist by Any Other Name
"Survival"
A US article analyzing Nicolas Sarkozy's foreign policy objectives
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-04-30
Breaking the Suicide Pact: U.S.-China Cooperation on Climate Change
CEIP
This 8-page US policy brief calls for US-China cooperation to avoid climate disaster
Climate Change & Environment, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-06
Addressing Iran's Nuclear Ambitions
MIT CIS
A 20-page US House testimony on US policy towards Iran's nuclear ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-06
Time to Think of a Strategic Bargain with Russia
CEPS
This 6-page policy brief sketches the moves that would transform relations between Russia and the West
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-06
False Premises, Sound Principles: The Way Forward in EU-Russian Relations
FIIA
This 7-page Finnish briefing paper proposes a strategy for the EU to follow in its relations with Russia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-07
The International Arena and Emerging Powers: Stabilising or Destabilising Forces?
FRIDE
This 16-page Spanish presentation focuses on the changing international system
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-15
Stormy Relations between Kiev and Moscow
SWP
A 4-page German commentary describing how relations between Ukraine and Russia are under strain over gas supplies and security concerns
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-15
Russia-NATO Relations: Stagnation or Revitalization
SWP
This 32-page German research paper alalyzes the reasons why NATO-Russian relations have failed to meet earlier expectations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-15
Ma, KMT and the new Cross-Strait Policy
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the implications of Taiwan's presidential election for China-Taiwan relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-15
Asian Democracies Should be Taken More Seriously
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese article urging the West to recognise the existence and relevance of a democratic Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-16
China and the Danger of Anti-Western Boycotts
Clingendael
A 2-page Dutch commentary on the implications of Chinese boycotts of Western goods
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-16
Bilateral Diplomacy in the European Union: Towards "Post-Modern" Patterns?
Clingendael
A 37-page Dutch paper examining the role of bilateral diplomacy in the EU
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-16
Building Democracy and Fighting Terrorism in Pakistan: A Role for the EU
EPC
This 4-page policy brief argues for a rapid engagement by the EU with Pakistan's new leaders
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-05-17
Chinese Foreign Policy in Hu's Second Term: Coping with Political Transition Abroad
FPRI
A US paper analyzing China's challenge of juggling a passive foreign policy with its new role as a global power
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-17
U.S.-China Relations in the Era of Globalization
CFR
A 5-page US House testimony on US-China relations
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-05-19
U.S.-Latin America Relations: A New Direction for a New Reality
CFR
This 96-page US task report examines how recent changes may affect US policy towards Latin America
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-19
Cyclone Nargis: Catalyst for Change in Myanmar?
Brookings Institution
A US article assessing the likelihood of regime change in Myanmar
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-19
Israel's Policy Options
INSS
An Israeli policy brief considering the possibility of progress in the peace processes with Syria and with the Palestinians
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-20
Turkey between Syria and Israel: Turkey's Rising Soft Power
SETA
This 6-page Turkish policy brief deals with Turkey's efforts to effect a rapprochement between Syria and Israel
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-25
What Was - and Was Not - Agreed On in the Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations
INSS
An Israeli article spelling out the areas of agreement and disagreement in the Israeli-Palestinian peace negotiations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-26
Japan's Nuclear Future: Policy Debate, Prospects and U.S. Interests
CRS
This 16-page US report examines the prospects for Japan pursuing a nuclear weapons capability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-28
Sovereignty in ASEAN and the Problem of Maritime Cooperation in the South China Sea
RSIS
This 36-page Singaporean working paper examines the problem of achieving cooperation between ASEAN states in repect of maritime boundaries
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-02
U.S. Foreign Policy and Regime Instability
SSI
A 72-page US monograph analyzing the extent to which intrastate and interstate conflict and terrorism are influenced by military and foreign policy relationships with the US
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-03
The U.S.-Israel-Egypt Trilateral Relationship: Shoring up the Foundation of Regional Peace
Washington Institute
A U.S. House testimony advocating increased US support to strengthen the trilateral relationship
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-03
Power Race in Asia and Turkey's Asia Policy
Foreign Policy Institute
A Turkish paper analyzing the geopolitical struggle in Asia and Turkey's policy for the region
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-03
Turkey's Travails: Outlook and Strategic Consequences
GMF
This 4-page policy brief examines the possible implications of Turkey's current political crisis for Turkey's society and its foreign policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Changing Paradigm of Of Indo-Japan Relations: Opportunities and Challlenges
ICRIER
A 38-page Indian working paper assessing the future development of Indo-Japan relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Asia's Economic Transformation: India's Role in an Emerging International Order
IPCS
This 4-page Indian issue brief addresses the implications of Asia's economic transformation for the international order and India's role in it
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
The Union for the Mediterranean: A View from Southern Europe
IAI
A 13-page Italian perspective on the French proposal to promote a Mediterranean Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Asian Regionalism, Strategic Evolution and U.S. Policy in Asia
Brookings Institution
This 32-page US paper examines the momentum towards Asian regionalism
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-18
After the Taiwan Election: Restoring Dialogue while Reserving Options
Hoover Institution
A 28-page US analysis of the implications of the recent presidential election in Taiwan for future cross-strait relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-20
The China-North Korea Relationship
CFR
A US backgrounder explaining the basis of China's support for the North Korean regime
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-21
Dealing with Damascus
CFR
A 48-page US paper analyzing US policy towards Syria
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-21
The Middle East Strategic Balance 2007-2008
INSS
Ten essays on Israel's current strategic environment (single page linking to each essay)
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-21
Arbitration on the Syrian Border
INSS
An Israeli policy brief advocating arbitration as a method of settling the Israeli-Syrian border dispute
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-21
Darfur: A View from the Arab World
Moshe Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli commentary on Arab attitudes to the Darfur crisis
Foreign Policy, Internal DisplacementPosted: 2008-06-21
U.S. Foreign Assistamce: Reform to Lead in the 21st Century
Brookings Institution
An article urging a reform of US foreign aid
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-24
"Eastern Partnership": Opening a New Chapter of Polish Eastern Policy and the European Neighbourhood Policy
ISP
A Polish paper presenting a Polish-Swedish initiative within the European Neighbourhood Policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-24
Elections, Political Transitions and Foreign Policy in East Asia
FPRI
Report of a US conference examining the impact of elections and political transitions on foreign policy in East Asia
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24
Japan's Gulf Policy and Response to the Iraq War
MERIA
An Israeli article studying Japan's support for the US over the course of the Iraq War
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-25
Reorienting Strategies Towards Burma/Myanmar
ISS-EU
A 4-page analysis offering suggestions for improving the EU's policy towards Burma
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-27
A Partnership of Equals
"Foreign Affairs"
A 5-page US essay suggesting that the US should offer to share global leadership with China
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-29
Creating the European External Action Service
SWP
This 8-page German commentary sets out preconditions for a successful EEAS
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-30
American and European Relations with China
SWP
The 144-page report of an international confernece held to discuss transatlantic approaches to relations with China
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-30
Turkey and Northern Iraq on the Course of Rapprochement
SETA
A 9-page Turkish policy brief tracing recent developments in Turkish policy towards Northern Iraq
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-01
The Dragon in the Pacific: More Opportunity than Threat
Lowy Institute
A 12-page Australian policy brief offering proposals for engaging China in Pacific aid programmes
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-02
No Need for Another Asia-Pacific Multilateral Institution
Clingendael
A 2-page Dutch commentary considering the proposal for an Asia-Pacific Union
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-02
US Foreign Policy and Regime Instability
SSI
This 72-page US monograph analyzes the extent to which conflict and terrorism in other countries are influenced by their military and foreign policy relationships with the US
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-03
Elections in the Republic of Korea: Foreign Policy Alternatives Under New Leadership
FPRI
A US essay assessing the future direction of US-South Korean relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-03
EU-Russia Relations: Toward a Way Out of Depression
IFRI, CSIS
This 23-page report aims to shed light on the current disagreements between the EU and Russia to find a way out of the current depression
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-04
Injecting More Differentiation in European Neighbourhood Policy
IFRI
This 25-page French paper urges the EU to recognise the European aspirations of countries such as Ukraine
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-08
Mediterranean Summit: Between French Hopes and Arab Realities
Arab Reform Bulletin
An article quereying the practicability of a Union for the Mediterranean
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-09
Europe and the Mediterranean: Eyeing Other Shores
Chatham House
A 3-page UK article arguing that Pres. Sarkozy's scheme for a Union for the Mediterranean is flawed
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-13
Should India Continue its Present Course in Afghanistan?
IDSA
An Indian commentary on how India should react to the recent attack on its embassy in Kabul
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-14
The Asian Challenge Revisited
RSIS
A 9-page Singaporean paper considering whether the international balannce of power is moving from the US to Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-15
China and Vietnam: "Friendly Neighbours" to "Comprehensive Partners"
RSIS
A 3-page Singaporean commentary on Sino-Vietnamese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-15
The Iran-Syria Alliance: The Economic Dimension
MERIA
An Israeli article examining the depth of the economic relationship between Iran and Syria
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-25
Syria, Israel and the Peace Process: What Can be Learned from the Paris Summit?
INSS
An Israeli article on the implications of the Mediterranean Union summit for Syria, Israel and the Peace Process
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-25
Iran's Political, Demographic and Economic Vulnerabilities
Rand Corporation
A 156-page US assessment of trends and vulnerabilites within Iran
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-26
Distrust But Verify
AEI
A US article commenting on the recent nuclear negotiations between the US and North Korea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-29
The Middle East: Evolution of a Broken Regional Order
CEIP
This 28-page US paper identifies patterns and trends in the dynamic history between the countries of the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-01
The New Arab Diplomacy: Not With the U.S. and Not Against the U.S.
CEIP
A 24-page US paper explaining why Arab countries are undertaking diplomatic initiatives that are contrary to US policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-01
Union for the Mediterranean: Building on the Barcelona Acquis
ISS
A 32-page report evaluating the challenges facing the Mediterranean and the EU's policy towards the region
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-10
The Right Way to Engage China
"Foreign Affairs"
This US essay argues for the further integration of China into the global economic system
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-10
U.S.-Russia Relations, Facing Reality Pragmatically
IFRI, CSIS
A 19-page report analyzing the prerquisites for improving U.S.-Russia relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-14
What is to be Done?
AEI
A US essay commenting on the Western response to the Russian invasion of Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-18
China-Russia Relations: Strategic Parallelism without Partnership or Passion?
SSI
This 172-page US monograph assesses security relations between China and Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-23
"The Russians Moved Because They Know That You Are Weak"
Brookings Institution
An assessment of US policy towards Russia in the light of the invasion of Georgia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-27
Russia vs. Georgia: The Fallout
Crisis Group
This 49-page report describes how the Russia-Georgia conflict has transformed contemporary geopolitics
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-28
Egypt: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 31-page updated report provides an overview of Egyptian politics and current issues in US-Egyptian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-04
Comparing Global Influence
CRS
This 175-page US report compares China's and US diplomacy, foreign aid, trade and investment in the developing world
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-04
Engaging Pakistan: Getting the Balance Right
CEIP
This 8-page US policy brief proposes a strategy for the US to pursue in respect of Pakistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-05
The Middle East: Evolution of a Broken Regional Order
CEIP
This 28-page US paper identifies patterns and trends in the dynamic history between the countries of the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-05