Foreign Policy
Russia’s Agenda on Ukraine
ICPS
A 31-page Ukrainian report on Ukraine's relations with Russia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-19
Iraq and the United States: The Required Long Term Strategic Partnership
INSS
An Israeli article considering Iraq's future security needs
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-15
Turkey: the Strategic Mistake
J.D. Giuliani
An essay on Turkey's new foreign policy direction and the implications for Europe
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-15
New Foreign Policy Actors in China
SIPRI
This 64-page Swedish policy paper makes clear that it is possible to identify the interest groups vying for a voice in Chinese foreign policy formulation and to explore their policy preferences. Uniquely informed by the authors’ access to individuals across the full range of Chinese foreign policy actors, this Policy Paper reveals a number of emergent trends, chief among them the changing face of China’s official decision-making apparatus and the direction that actors on the margins would like to see Chinese foreign policy take
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-09-14
Testing North Korean Waters
Nautilus Institute
An article criticising past US policy towards North Korea
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-02
Twin States in East Asia: Japan-ROK Relations in a New Era
AJISS
A Japanese article examining the likely future relationship between Japan and South Korea
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-31
The Sochi Summit: Fresh Moves on The Grand Eurasian Chessboard
IDSA
An 8-page Indian issue brief reporting on the regional implications of the second Sochi summit
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-27
If India Tests? The Implications for the Indo-U.S. Civil-Nuclear Deal
IDSA
This 10-page Indian issue brief assesses the probable US response in the event of India resuming nuclear testing
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-27
A Strategy for EU Foreign Policy
ISS
This 86-page multi-author publication presents forecasts and perspectives on the European Union’s foreign policy strategy in the post-Lisbon Treaty context
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-22
The Point of No Return
The Atlantic
A US article assessing who, if anyone, will stop Iran before it goes nuclear, and how?
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-20
Why Russia Matters
CEIP
A US article on the importance of US-Russian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-19
A New Apprach to Iran
CIS
A 51-page US paper on the need for transformative diplomacy in dealing with Iran
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-19
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
Danish Foreign Policy Yearbook 2010
DIIS
A 233-page collection of articles and documents concerning various aspects of Danish foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-08-15
After Almaty: The Future of Karabakh Negotiations
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the prospects for the Karabakh negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-09
Elections and Opportunity in Myanmar
CFR
A US article on developments in Myanmar and possible future US policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-08
Turkey and Bosnia-Herzegovina: A Future Reflecting on the Past
SETA
A 12-page Turkish policy brief assessing Turkish policy towards Bosnia-Herzegovina
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-05
Results of the ‘Reset’ in US-Russian Relations
IFRI
This 26-page French paper argues that if progress in US-Russian relations is to continue, the reset agenda will need to become more ambitious and point toward a more profound restructuring of bilateral relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-05
United States and Mexico: Ties That Bind, Issues That Divide
Rand Corporation
This 222-page volume focuses on how the alliance between the United States and Mexico can be strengthened through policies that could be adopted by both countries’ administrations as they tackle common interests and exploit new opportunities
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-05
The Kremlin's New Policy in Its Near Abroad
Moscow Times
An article assessing recent changes in Russia's foreign policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-02
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
Why Welcome Al Basheer? Contextualizing Turkey ’s Darfur Policy
SETA
A Turkish policy brief explaining Turkey's Darfur policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25
Engaging Foreign Audiences
GAO
A 48-page US report on the State Department's outreach platforms overseas, the challenges and opportunities related to these platforms, a review State’s plans for these platforms, and assess the extent to which State has evaluated these platforms.
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-21
Iran: The Course is Almost Run
INSS
An Israeli article on the state of international efforts to confront Iran's nuclear program
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-18
Unrealised Potential: India's 'Soft Power' Ambition in Asia
Centre for Independent Studies
This 20-page Australian paper argues that if India succeeds in winning over its sceptics, it will be well placed to be one of the principal leaders in and shaper of, the Asian Century
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-18
Recalibrating Germany’s and EU’s Policy in the South Caucasus
DGAP
A 20-page German analysis of the policy of Germany and the EU in the South Caucasus
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-13
Actions, Not Just Attitudes: A New Paradigm for U.S.-Arab Relations
Washington Institute
A 102-page US policy focus that presents and interprets the most comprehensive data yet assembled on actual Arab political behavior, at both the political and popular levels, for twenty Arab countries over ten years
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-11
U.S. Policy Toward the Korean Peninsula
CFR
The 101-page report of a US task force studying US policy towards the Korean peninsula
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-09
Fixing Afghanistan: What Role for China?
NOREF
An 8-page Norwegian policy brief by presenting an overview of Sino-Afghan relations and assesses China\'s role in the wider south Asian region
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-08
The EU as a Global Actor in a Multipolar World and Multilateral 2.0 Environment
Egmont
A 36-page Belgian paper considering the position of the EU in the world, changes in mulitlateral system
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 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
Beijing’s Tightrope Walk on Iran
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines China’s interests and policies toward Iran, especially as they affect the United States. It then takes a close look at the lines of apparent debate within China on the Iran nuclear issue and Chinese policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-28
From Moscow to Mecca: Russia’s Saudi Arabian Diplomacy
IFRI
A 25-page French paper examining relations between Russia and Saudi Arabia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-27
Why Russia Didn't Act
CFR
A US article explaining Russia's failure to act in Kyrgyzstan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-27
The Fate of Democracy and Multilateralism in the Americas
Brookings
A US article highlighting the importance of intra-hemispheric relations in the Americas
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-27
The Question of International Cooperation in the War on Terrorism
FPRI
A US essay examining trends in interstate cooperation in the war on terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-24
The State of the Reset
Nixon Center
The report of a US panel discussion on the "reset" in US-Russian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-24
Is Taiwan Moving Toward Finlandization?
FPRI
This US essay looks at the prospects for Finlandization between Taiwan and China and the implications
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-16
Russia and Turkey: Rethinking Europe to Contest Outsider Status
IFRI
This 23-page French paper considers how Russia and Turkey are rethinking their mutual relations as well as their place in the world, and in Europe in particular
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-16
The Prospects of Japan-NATO Cooperation
JIIA
A 3-page Japanese commentary on the prospects for Japan-NATO cooperation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-13
The Lengthening List of Iran Sanctions
CFR
A US backgrounder on the use of sanctions in respect of Iran's nuclear ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-09
Constructive COIN: How Development Can Fight Radicals
CFR
This 2-page US article examines the evidence for the theory that development-based strategy is effective in counterinsurgency situations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-09
Nepal’s Two Boulders
CFR
A US article considering the future political stability of Nepal
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-09
Turkish Regime Changes Sides, West Averts Eyes
Gloria Center
An Israeli commentary on the breakdown of Israel-Turkey relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-08
Our Common Strategic Interests: Africa's Role in the Post-G8 World
Chatham House
This UK paper examines the greater strategic role that African countries are now playing in international affairs
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-08
North Korea: U.S. Relations, Nuclear Diplomacy, and Internal Situation
CRS
This 17-page US report provides background information on the nuclear negotiations over North Korea’s nuclear weapons programme that began in the early 1990s under the Clinton Administration
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-07
Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
This 95-page report traces the development of US policy towards Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-07
Assessing the Obstacles and Opportunities in a Future Israeli-Syrian-American Peace Negotiation
Brookings
This 10-page US paper analyzes the difficulties confronting Washington’s and Jerusalem’s respective Syria policies and offers an approach for dealing with Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-01
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
Acid Test for Europe. Germany and Poland Simply Have to Be Good Neighbours
Körber Foundation
This 67-page German policy paper analyzing Polish-German relations
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-28
Think Twice Before Engaging in Yemen
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief warning Western governments of the risks of engaging in Yemen
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-05-28
What an Effective Arab Strategy for the EU Should Look Like
Europe's World
This article suggests that the 65-year old 22-nation League of Arab States offers a viable framework for future cooperation between Europe and the Arab world
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20
Europe in Russian Foreign Policy: Important but no Longer Pivotal
IFRI
This 23-page French paper investigates the place Europe holds in Russian foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-05-20
The West's Hollow Talk of Arab Democracy
Europe's World
An article arguing that the non-democratisation of the Arab region results from an unholy alliance between Western interests, local autocrats and what is claimed to be its ‘cultural specificity
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-18
The Fantasy of Taming China’s Rise
Centre for Independent Studies
This paper argues that the belief that China will be content to rise as a 'responsible stakeholder' in a US-led regional and global order is out of date
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
Psychological Dimensions of the Armenia-Azerbaijan Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
ADA
An Azerbaijani essay on the psychological dimension of the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-16
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
Perceptions of an Assertive China
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines the features of the discussion in the West, and among many Chinese, regarding the notion of a more assertive China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
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
Turkey’s New Engagement in Iraq
USIP
This US report examines the change in relations between Tukey, Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-09
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
The EU as a Global Actor in a Multipolar World and Multilateral 2.0 Environment
Egmont
This Belgian paper considers a number of long-term global trends that are likely to affect the ambition of the EU to be a global actor
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-06
Iran Sanctions
CRS
A 30-page US report on the use of sanctions to try to curb Iran’s support for militant groups and slow its weapons of mass destruction programmes
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-04
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
China’s “Peaceful Rise,” “Harmonious” Foreign Relations, and Legal Confrontation—and Lessons from the Sino-Japanese Dispute over the East China Sea
FPRI
This US essay considers the virtues and potential—as well as the limits—of China’s reliance on international law to address a chronic source of friction and instability in China’s foreign relations
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-03
On War and Choice
Nixon Center
A US article considering the implications of the difference between wars of necessity and wars of choice
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-29
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Development: Implications for Future Policy
IFRI
This 47-page French essay assesses North Korea's long-standing quest for nuclear weapons, alternative strategies for inhibiting Pyongyang's weapons development, and the potential implications for regional security and non-proliferation should the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) retain and enhance its weapons programs
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-28
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
New START Provides for Significant Arms Cuts
IISS
A 3-page commentary on the new The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) between the US and Russia
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-22
Rewriting the Ground Rules of European Diplomacy: The European External Action Service in the Making
FIIA
This 12-page Finnish briefing paper speculates on the EU’s ability to appear as a unified actor in international affairs
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-20
How to React to a Reactor: Using Syria’s Nuclear Program to Engage Damascus
CFR
A 2-page US article making foreign policy recommendations for dealing with Syria's suspected nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-20
Iraq's New Reality: Finding its Role in the Middle East
Stimson Center, CIGI
This 14-page US report examines Iraq's reintegration into the Middle East and the formation of its foreign policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-20
The Foreign Policy of Barack Obama: Between Dreaming and Doing
Cicero Foundation
An 11-page essay studying President Obama's foreign policymaking
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-19
The Russian Economic Crisis
CFR
This 44-page US report argues that Russia's economic crisis presents an opportunity to deepen American and European economic ties with Russia and integrate the country more firmly in the international system, something that could, over time, bring Russian and Western interests closer together
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-19
Armenia and Turkey: Bridging the Gap
CEIP
This US policy brief suggests that both parties should take steps to rebuild confidence and affirm their faith in the 2009 Armenian–Turkish Protocols, which offer clear benefits to both Armenia and Turkey.
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-15
Prospects of Belarus-Ukraine Relations at the Inter-Regional, Bilateral and Multilateral Levels
BPPF
This 7-page paper examines promising spheres of cooperation between Belarus and Ukraine
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-13
China and Sanctions against Iran: Progress?
INSS
An Israeli commentary examining what is motivating China to join the talks about sanctions against Iran and the possible ramifications of this
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-13
China, Iran and North Korea: A Triangular Strategic Alliance
GLORIA Center
This 17-page Israeli paper explores the triangular strategic alliance between China, Iran, and North Korea and the attendant negative spill-over that poses a threat to East Asia and Middle East regional stability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-11
Seeking Nuclear Security Through Greater International Coordination
CFR
This 24-page US working paper argues that the time-consuming task of forging international consensus is essential to avert \"the ultimate preventable catastrophe\"—a nuclear terrorist attack
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-05
Afghanistan: U.S. Foreign Assistance
CRS
This 17-page report provides a “big picture” overview of the U.S. aid programme in Afghanistan and congressional action. It describes what various aid agencies report they are doing in Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-03-29
Reshaping EU-US Relations:
Notre Europe
A 26-page paperon the future of the Euro-American partnership
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-26
The Iraq Effect: The Middle East After the Iraq War
Rand Corporation
This 216-page US study offers a comprehensive and nuanced assessment of how the toppling of Saddam Hussein and the civil strife that followed are reshaping the greater Middle East
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-25
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
Asian Regionalism and US Policy: The Case for Creative Adaptation
RSIS
This 36-page Singaporean working paper proposes that the US should adopt a policy of creative adaptation to regionalism in East Asia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-22
The Korean Peninsula in China's Grand Strategy
RSIS
A 40-page Singaporean working paper arguing that China's increasingly active role in the multilateral efforts to resolve the North Korean nuclear issue has proceeded in tandem with its grand strategy of engaging in regional and global governance as a responsible stakeholder
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-22
China and the High North Prepare for an Ice-free Arctic
SIPRI
This 16-page Swedish paper argues that, despite its seemingly weak position, China can be expected to seeka role in determining the political framework and legal foundation for future Arctic activities
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-22
Biden's Israel Visit and Its Aftermath: The Importance of Maintaining Strategic Direction in U.S. Middle East Policy
Washington Institute
A US policy brief on the aftermath of Vice-President Biden's visit to Israel
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-22
False Hopes
Nixon Center
A US article commenting on China's failure to impose robust economic penalties against the newest nuclear proliferators, North Korea and Iran
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-03-18
Northeast Asia - A Major Global Challenge for the New Decade
Nautilus Institute
This US paper asserts that energy cooperation between China, Japan, North and South Korea and Russia could be a first step towards building broad international and institutionalized cooperation between these countries
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-17
China-North Korea Relations
CRS
A US report on the relationship between the PRC and DPRK.
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-17
Time for Israel to Rethink its China Policy
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch paper arguing that Jerusalem should reconsider its relations with Beijing
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-17
Toward a New Start: Approaches to a Strategic Partnership between NATO and Russia
SWP
A 2-page German commentary on improving relations between NATO and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-16
US Policy towards the Middle East and its Implications for EU Policy
FRIDE
This Spanish working paper calling for a more proactive EU role in the Middle East which takes into account the Gulf states’ aspirations and builds on its credibility
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-15
Russia and Europe: The Dangers of a "Reset"
Cicero Foundation
A 9-page paper calling for European realism in its dealings with Russia
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-12
Endgame or Game End? The OSCE Minsk Group and the Resolution of the Karabakh Conflict
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the contribution of the OSCE Minsk Group to the resolution of the conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia over Karabakh and other occupied territories
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-04
The Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process: Where Is the Obama Administration Headed?
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the US Administration's policy in respect of the Israeli-Palestinian peace process
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-04
Into EurAsia: Monitoring the EU’s Central Asia Strategy
CEPS
This 157-page volume offers the first assessment of the ambitious strategy to upgrade the EU’s cooperation with the five states of the Central Asia region: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-03
Obama’s Afghanistan-Pakistan Policy: Challenges and Objectives
INSS
This 14-page Israeli essay examines the challenge confronting the US in the Afghanistan-Pakistan arena
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-03
The Big Game: The Great Powers in Central Asia and the Caucasus
INSS
This 12-page Israeli essay surveys the contest underway between the major powers in Central Asia and the Caucasus, the geopolitical sphere adjacent to the Middle East that at once influences and is influenced by processes at work in the region
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-03-03
A New Foreign Policy for Ukraine: Four Strategic Priorities
ICPS
An 11-page Ukrainian article proposing a new foreign policy direction for Ukraine
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-03