Foreign Policy
National Defense in the Second Term
Council on Foreign Relations
This address focuses on the relationship between U.S. security and a world of well-ordered states
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-01
Myanmar's Post-election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page report argues the international community should seize the opportunity to encourage greater openness and reform in Myanmar
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-10
Myanmar’s Post-Election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines the opportunities offered by the generational and political transitions under way following the elections, and encourages Western governments to urgently adopt a new approach towards the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-07
Myanmar and the Argument for Engagement: A Clash of Contending Moralities?
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
This 47-page Singaporean working paper proposes a policy consisting of diplomatic pressure and targeted engagement for resolving the crisis in Myanmar
Foreign Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-03-23
Myanmar and Japan: How Close Friends Become Estranged
IDE
A 29-page Japanese discussion paper examining how relations between Myanmar and Japan have deteriorated
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-25
Multi-Stakeholder Cooperation in Global Governance
FIIA
A 51-page Finnish working paper offering an overview of new forms of international cooperation that go beyond traditional intergovernmental multilateralism.
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-05
Mullahs, Guards, and Bonyads: An Exploration of Iranian Leadership Dynamics
Rand Corporation
This 170-page US monograph describes Iranian strategic culture, including the perceptions that drive state behavior; the informal networks, formal government institutions, and personalities that influence decisionmaking in the Islamic Republic; the impact of elite behavior on Iranian policy formulation and execution factionalism, emerging fissures within the current regime, and other key trends
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-29
Muddling the Iran Issue
An Israeli article commenting that a continuing lack of clarity characterizes the US approach to Iran
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-04-25
Mr. Xi Comes to Town
CEIP
A US commentary on Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-21
Mr. Erdogan's Turkey
AEI
An article criticising US foreign policy for failing to face up to the Islamist threat to Turkey's secular state
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-23
More than Humanitarianism: A strategic U.S. Approach Toward Africa
Council on Foreign Relations
A 163-page independent task force report arguing that Africa is becoming more central to the U.S. and the rest of the world in ways transcending humanitarian interests
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-11
Mongolia at 800: Toward Enhanced U.S. and International Support
Nautilus Institute
An article discussing Mongolia's internal situation and strategic position, and recommending supportive policies by the international community to assist democratization
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-25
Money and Influence in the Global Village
INSS
An Israeli commentary on possible political implications of the rapid rise in sovereign investments
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-27
Moldova: Regional Tensions over Transdniestria
International Crisis Group
A 40-page exposition of the current Moldovan conflict
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-06-21
Modernisation and a New Political Game in Russia?
CEPS
This 2-page commentary explains why 2012 will be a decisive year for Russia and an interesting one for the rest of the world
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-19
Mission Incomplete
"Foreign Policy"
A 2-page assessment of the achievements of the US mission in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-03-19
Missiles and Sanctions: Has a Watershed Been Reached in the Korean Nuclear Crisis?
Nautilus@RMIT
This Australian analysis interprets trends in the North Korean Nuclear confrontation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-14
Missed Opportunities: Cooporation and Confrontation in the U.S.-Syrian Relationship
Century Foundation
A 40-page US paper examining the possibilities for improving US-Syrian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-06
Minding the Gap: Improving U.S.-ROK Relations
Nautilus Institute
An essay examining the fault lines that have developed in relations between the U.S. and the Republic of Korea and proposing steps to effect improvements
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-19
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
Middle East - the Second Bush Administration
Royal Institute of International Affairs
An article forecasting what the re-election of President Bush will mean for the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-02-23
Mexico's Importance and Multiple Relationships with the United States
Congressional Research Service
A 17-page report provides information on the importance of Mexico to U.S. interests and catalogues the many ways that Mexico and the U.S. interact
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-13
Merkel's New Foreign Policy: What, if anything, will change?
American Institute for Contemporary German Studies
An assessment of possible changes in German foreign policy in the event of Angela Merkel's election as Chancellor
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-14
Merkel's Fuzzy Foreign Policy Agenda
German Marshall Fund of the United States
A 5-page assessment of the likely nature of Germany's foreign policy under Chancellor Merkel
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-14
Medvedev’s Visit to Syria: Restoring Russia’s Influence in the Middle East
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the foreign policy implications of Medvedev's recent visit to Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
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
Maximizing Chances for Success in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Brookings
This is a 13-page policy brief proposing ideas for the next president on America’s foreign policy toward Afghanistan and Pakistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-21
Mauritania’s Islamists
CEIP
A 30-page US paper assessing the challenges posed by Mauretanian Islamists
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-03-02
Maritime Disputes in the South China Sea: Strategic and Diplomatic Status Quo
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies - Singapore
A 27-page working paper describing the strategic and diplomatic status of maritime disputes in the South China Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-19
Mapping the Mind Gap: A Comparison Of U.S. and E.U. Security Strategies
Fornet
A 22-page working paper offering a comparative analysis of the U.S. National Security Strategy and the European Security Strategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-22
Mapping the Global Future
U.S. National Intelligence Council
A 123-page unclassified report designed to provide U.S. policymakers with a view of how world developments may evolve, identifying opportunities and potentially negative developments
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2005-01-22
Malaysia and the United States: Rejecting Dominance, Embracing Engagement
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
A 36-page working paper explaining Malaysia-U.S. relations in terms of national interests
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-19
Making Sense of the U.N. Impasse on Syria
USIP
A US perspective on the implications of the United Nations Security Council rejection of a resolution on the violence in Syria
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-02-19
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
Making Good Use of the EU in Georgia: The "Eastern Partnership" and Conflict Policy
IFRI
This 22-page paper describes how the EU has stepped up the visibility of its involvement in Georgia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-07
Making EU Strategic Partnerships Effective
FRIDE
This 28-page working paper offers a framework to help develop a more effective and coherent approach to EU strategic partnerships
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-16
Making Democracy Stick
Hoover Institution
A U.S. article examining the difficulties facing democracy promotion
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-03
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
Lurching Back Together
German Council on Foreign Relations
This paper discusses how the U.S. and Europe are stumbling towards a post-Iraq rapprochement, with consensus about the need to transform NATO and modernize the "greater Middle East"
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-03-14
Looking Straight at the Initiative
Dayan Center
a 3-page Israeli commentary on the Arab Peace Initiative
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-30
Looking Afresh at the External Representation of the EU in the International Arena
CEPS
A 5-page policy brief serves both as an overview of the complexities of EU and member state external representation and as an invitation to further debate on the issue
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-29
Long View from Delhi: Defining India’s Grand Strategy
IPCS
The 12-page report of a conference held to discuss a grand strategy for India
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-07
Living with Uncle: Canada-U.S. Relations in a Time of Empire
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
The 4-page overview of a conference held to discuss the implications for Canada of North American integration
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2005-06-16
Living with Two Megapowers: The World in 2020
Chatham House
A 14-page speech visualising the world political scene in 2020
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-13
Living with Palestinian Democracy
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
An 8-page briefing paper calling on the West to adopt a long-term strategy in support of Palestinian democracy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-03
Living Dangerously, Georgian Style
National Interest Online
A commentary on the current Russian-Georgian dispute, and its implications for US foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-06
Libya’s Transition
CEIP
A speech on Libya’s political transition and the future of U.S.-Libya relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-03-16
Libya: Security Is Not Enough
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
An 8-page U.S. policy brief warning that the U.S. needs to take steps to correct the impression that it will forgo its interest in democratization and reform in return for security-related steps and petroleum
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-12
Libya: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This US report provides background information on Libya and U.S.-Libyan relations; discusses Libya’s political and economic reform efforts
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-04
Libya/Chad: Beyond Political Influence
Crisis Group
An overview from a briefing examining the evolution of Tripoli’s policy towards Chad from open imperialism to support in peace negotiations with armed rebels and with Sudan
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-25
Libya - Revolutionary Forty Years On
Chatham House
A 4-page UK article looking at Libya's relations with the West
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-05
Lessons of the Tulip Revolution
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 11-page testimony analyses the implications of Kyrgyzstan's 'Tulip Revolution'.
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-04-13
Lessons from the Uighurs' Revolt
AJISS
A 3-page Japanese commentary on the lessons highlighted by the Uighurs' revolt
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-16
Lebanon: Managing the Gathering Storm
Crisis Group
A 38-page report describing the steps that international and domestic actors should take to help sustain Lebanon's fragile stability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-07
Learning to Live Without Europe
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
A 4-page American commentary on the limitations of any strategic partnership between the U.S. and Europe
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-05-14
Latin America's Left Turn
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page article suggesting how the rest of the world should react to Latin America's turn to the political left
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-05-10
Latin America: The End of an Era
Center for Economic and Policy Research
An article examining Latin America's political shift in recent years, its changing relations with the US and how the changes may affect economic policy
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-07-23
Latin America Shifts to the Center Left
Interhemispheric Resource Center
This commentary notes a broad shift to the left in Latin America as the U.S. moves towards the political right
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-02
Latin America and the Caribbean: Issues for the 110th Congress
CRS
A 38-page overview of US relations with Latin America and the Caribbean
Foreign Policy, Drug AbusePosted: 2007-02-20
Largest Minority Shareholder in Global Order LLC: The Changing Balance of Influence and U.S. Strategy
Brookings Institution
This 21-page US policy paper reviews the nature of the emerging powers’ rise and the strategies they are persuing
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-25
Kuwait: Security, Reform, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 21-page updated US report on political and security developments in Kuwait and US relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-17
Kurdish Opening: Onto the Second Round
GMF
A 4-page US analysis on recent developments in relations between Turkey and the Iraqi Kurds
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-11
Kosovo's Future Status and U.S. Policy
CRS
This 6-page US report discusses the issue of Kosovo's future status
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-03
Kosovo: The Last Piece in the Puzzle
Royal Institute of International Affairs
9-page transcript of an address by the U.N. Special Representative on the current situation in Kosovo, the way ahead and how Kosovo fits into the Balkans as a whole
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-18
Kosovo: The Challenge of Transition
Crisis Group
A 43-page report outlining what the international community must do to create a stable Kosovo
Foreign Policy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-02-17
Kosovo and Turkey : What Lies Ahead?
SETA
A 12-page Turkish policy brief arguing that Turkey can contribute to bridging relations between Belgrade and Pristina by identifying ways of cooperation on technical issues concerning the living standards of all Kosovar citizens without getting entangled on the issue of recognition
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-08
Korean Reunification: The Nuclear Factor
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A 9-page U.S. paper focusing on the ramifications a North Korean nuclear programme may have on the evolving Korean unification process and for the resulting united Korean state
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-11
Korean Reunification: Implications for the United States and Northeast Asia
Brookings Institution
A 12-page paper examining different scenarios for a possible reunification of Korea, and the resulting implications for the U.S. and Northeast Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-25
Koizumi's Legacy: Japan's New Politics
Lowy Institute
This 10-page Australian analysis evaluates prime minister Koizumi's legacy for Japanese politics and international policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-26
Kirkuk in Transition: Confidence Building in Northern Iraq
Washington Institute
This 68-page US policy paper draws attention to near-term strategic opportunities in Kirkuk, focusing on bottom-up (local) approaches that the United States can facilitate in parallel with support of top-down (national) initiatives
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-09
Kiev's EU Ambitions
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 5-page German commentary assessing the new Ukrainian government's policy towards EU membership
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-04-14
Karzai's Balancing Act: Bringing 'China' In?
ISAS
A 9-page Singaporean analysis of China's interests in Afghanistan
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-16
Karzai Visits the United States:
ISAS
This 5-page Singaporean brief comments on President Hamid Karzai’s four-day visit to the United States
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-28
Jordan's Quandary Over Syria
FPRI
This 3-page US bulletin examines Jordan's changing attitudes towards Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-26
Jordan: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This US report provides an overview of Jordanian politics and current issues in U.S.-Jordaniarelations. It provides a brief discussion of Jordan’s government and economy and of its cooperation in promoting Arab-Israeli peace and other U.S. policy objectives in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-04
Jordan: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
A 29-page US report providing an overview of Jordanian politics and current issues in U.S.-Jordanian relations. It provides a brief discussion of Jordan’s government and economy and of its cooperation in promoting Arab-Israeli peace and other U.S. policy objectives in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-11-20
Jordan: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 28-page updated report provides an overview of Jordanian politics and current issues in U.S.-Jordanian relations.
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-07
Jordan and Iraq: Between Cooperation and Crisis
USIP
This US report examines relations between Jordan and Iraq
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-13
Japan's Strategic Vision for Asia and its Partnership with Australia
ARC
A 13-page working paper on how Japan sees its own situation and future in the Asia-Pacific region
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-06
Japan's Relationship with its Neighbours: Back to the Future?
Stimson Center
This 10-page testimony examines the history of Japan's relationships with neighbouring countries, and assesses future directions
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-19
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
Japan's Nuclear Diplomacy Should Take a Clearer Stand against Iran
JIIA
This Japanese commentary urges the Japanese government to exercise practical leadership in real international politics at a time when Iran's nuclear problem is becoming a growing concern for the international community
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-10-30
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
Japan's Evolving Relations with China
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the rapprochement in Sino-Japanese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-14
Japan's Economic Diplomacy Towards China: The Lure of Business and Burden of History
Clingendael
A 59-page Dutch paper analyzing how collective memory has intervend in Japan's economic diplomacy during the past decade
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-11-13
Japanese Discovery of Democracy
Japanese Institute of International Affairs
A Japanese commentary on the state of Sino-Japanese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-28
Japan’s New Commitment to Asia: Toward the Realization of an East Asian Community
RSIS
A 7-page address by the Japanese Prime Minister on Japan's foreign policy towards Asia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-24
Japan-U.S. Security Relations: A Testing Time for the Alliance
CSIS
The 76-page report of a conference held to discuss the challenges facing the US-Japan alliance
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-08-06
Japan-China Relations: How to Build a "Strategic Relationship of Mutual Benefit"?
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary on improved relations between Japan and China
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-18
Japan-China Relations: Four Fallacies Masquerading as Common Sense
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay aims to clarify misconceptions, misunderstandings and errors clouding Japan-Chinese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-07
Japan Needs to Talk About What It Will Do for Itself
JIIA
A Japanese commentary of Japan's strategic posture
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-09
Japan and India: The Making of a New Alliance?
RSIS
A 2-page Singaporean commentary on the implications of a future alliance between India and Japan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-31
Japan and India as Partners for the Peace and Stability of Asia
Nautilus Institute
A US article calling for India and Japan to clarify the political, economic and other goals of their 'strategic global partnership'
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-16
Japan and China: Reaching Reconciliation or Stuck in the Past?
Chatham House
An 8-page paper explaining current Sino-Japanese relations from a historical perspective
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-08
Issues Facing NATO On Its 60th Birthday
CFR
A US interview dealing with the issues currently faced by NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-02-28
Israel's Strike on Syria Reduces Chances for Peace Deal
PNIR
This US brief comments on the effect of Israel's recent air strike on the prospects for a peace deal with Syria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-12
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
Israel's Current Strategy in the Gaza Strip
PINR
A US security brief on Israel's current Gaza Strip policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-24
Israel; The War Against Hizballah and the Battle Against Hamas
Washington Institute
A 14-page address on Israel's strategy for dealing with its twin terrorist threats
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-23
Israel: The Test of the West?
Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies
An 18-page lecture exploring the concept of "The West", and its implications for relations between Europe, the U.S. and Israel
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-22