Foreign Policy
The Failed and Failing State and the Bush Administration
Center for Defense Information
A U.S. article arguing that the problems of failed and failing states are receiving insufficient attention from the U.S. administration
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-26
Here There Be Dragons: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Center For Defense Information
This article examines the nature and purpose of The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-10-07
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
Northeast Asia: Obstacles to Regional Integration: The Interests of the European Union
Center for European Integration Studies
This 57-page German discussion paper analyzes the obstacles to Northeast Asian regional integration
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-10-08
The European Neighbourhood Policy: Foreign Policy at the EU's Periphery
Center for European Integration Studies
This 36-page discussion paper outlines the development of the European Neighbourhood Policy to date
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-12
Northeast Asia: Obstacles to Regional Integration
Center for European Integration Studies
A 57-page discussion paper identifying the obstacles to a potential Northeast Asian regionalisation process and offering proposals for a European policy towards the region
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-03
Ten Years Euro-Mediterranean Partnership: Defining European Interests for the Next Decade
Center for European Integration Studies
This 103-page discussion paper comprises a number of articles addressing the future challenges for the EU's Mediterranean policy
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-03
The CSCE as a Model to Transform Western Relations with the Greater Middle East
Center for European Integration Studies
A 173-page discussion paper containing the contributions made to a forum held to discuss the practicalities of this proposal
Foreign Policy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-08-19
Is a New Commonality of Interests Arising?
Center for International Relations
A 7-page paper considering whether Poland's strategic partner in Europe should be Germany or the U.K.
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-23
Straight Talk: Avoiding a Nuclear War Between the United States and China Over Taiwan
Center for Nonproliferation Studies
An e-book designed to support research on the Cross Strait issue between China and Taiwan by providing easier access to relevant documents and facts and to offer suggestions for issue resolution (1 page linking to all chapters)
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-20
A Decade of Chinese Arms Control: A Survey of Progress Ahead of Bush's Visit to China
Center for Nonproliferation Studies
A 7-page U.S. paper tracing a decade of progress by China in nonproliferation and arms control
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-23
From Conflict to Cooperation: Writing a New Chapter in U.S.-Arab Relations
Center for Strategic & International Studies
The 14-page executive summary of a U.S. report analysing what needs to be done to overcome strong negative Arab sentiment towards the U.S. and secure enduring regional stability
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-10
Can Federalism Stabilize Iraq?
Center for Strategic and International Studies
This 16-page article in The Washington Quarterly argues that federalism of a well-defined kind is the only system capable of stabilizing Iraq
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-03-06
Challenge and Opportunity: A U.S. Strategy on Ukraine
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 4-page background paper on U.S.-Ukraine relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-07-15
India, Pakistan and Kashmir: Of Buses and People
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 4-page report on the progress of peacemaking activities between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir dispute
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-04-06
The Lessons of International Cooperation in Counterterrorism
Center for Strategic and International Studies
A 13-page U.S. paper arguing that international cooperation is key to developing a sustainable counterterrorism strategy and avoiding tension between the Western and Muslim worlds
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-08
The End of the West? Conclusions
Center for Transatlantic Foreign and Security Policy Studies
This 35-page draft chapter is to conclude a book exploring the deep structure of the transatlantic relationship
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-01-03
EU-US Risk Policy in the European Neighbourhood: The Cases of Moldova and Georgia
Center for Transatlantic Foreign and Security Policy Studies
A 24-page German paper examining the attempt to develop a common transatlantic risk policy in respect of Moldova and Georgia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-03-27
A Match Made in Heaven? Strategic Convergence between China and Russia
Central Asia-Caucasus Institute
This 21-page essay examines the strategic convergence between China and Russia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-27
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation: A Partner for Stabilising Afghanistan?
Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies
This Australian report argues that during efforts to bring stability and security to Afghanistan, the international community of states may have overlooked a critical ally; the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-11
The 2004 Indonesian Elections: How the System Works and What the Parties Stand For
Centre for Democratic Institutions - ANU
This 44-page study outlines Indonesia's new constitutional process and analyses the effects that the new system may have on the future conduct of Indonesian politics
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-19
From Neighbourhood to Integration Policy: Are There Concrete Alternatives to Enlargement?
Centre for European Policy Studies
A policy brief exploring the merits of the European Neighbourhood Policy
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-05
A Spreading Danger: Time for a New Policy towards Chechnya
Centre for European Policy Studies
This policy brief outlines steps that the West should take to prevent the Chechnyan conflict becoming an international security risk
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-04-28
'Outsourcing' De Facto Statehood: Russia and the Seccessionist Entities in Georgia and Moldova
Centre for European Policy Studies
This 8-page policy brief attempts to map Russia's policies towards the conflicts in Abkhazia, Ossetia and Transnistria
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-07
A Synergy for Black Sea Regional Cooperation: Guidelines for an EU Initiative
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 17-page policy brief advocating that the EU support a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder initiative to achieve synergy from regional cooperation in the wider Black Sea area
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-01
Security Implications of Russian Energy Policies
Centre for European Policy Studies
A policy brief putting the recent "gas war" between Ukraine and Russia into its recent historical perspective
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-09
A New Agreement between the EU and Russia: Why, What and When?
Centre for European Policy Studies
This paper discusses alternative scenarios for replacing the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the EU and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-06-02
Russia, the EU and the Common Neighbourhood
Centre for European Reform
An 8-page essay concerning the relationships between Russia, the EU and the countries forming a common neighbourhood between them
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-10-12
An Asset but not a Model: Turkey, the E.U. and the Wider Middle East
Centre for European Reform
An 8-page essay arguing that Turkey is an E.U. success story and has much to contribute to E.U. policies for the wider Middle East
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-19
The EU Needs a Policy on Belarus
Centre for European Reform
An article asserting that the EU lacks a credible policy for promoting economic and political reform in Belarus
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-28
A Compact Between China and the European Union
Centre for European Reform
This 4-page article draws on ideas proposed by Sino-European sources for fostering fruitful co-operation on longer-term issues between Europe and China
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-09-06
Ukraine Should Not Be Part of a "Great Game"
Centre for European Reform
A commentary urging the EU and Russia to reconcile their strategic interests and political values for the benefit of the people of Ukraine
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-12
How to Strengthen EU Foreign Policy
Centre for European Reform
This 4-page policy brief offers recommendations as to how the EU might take a more strategic approach to foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-06-02
The EU's Arkward Neighbour: Time for a New Policy on Belarus
Centre for European Reform
A 6-page policy brief urging the EU to adopt a new policy towards Belarus
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-03-17
Germany's Foreign Policy: What Lessons Can Be Learned from the Schroeder Years?
Centre for European Reform
This 5-page essay reviews German foreign policy under Chancellor Schroeder and assesses the likely directions of future policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-06
Ukraine's European choice
Centre for European Reform
A 6-page policy brief describing the challenges facing Ukraine's President and commenting on existing relations between Ukraine and the European Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-11-03
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
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
The U.N. in 2003: Letter from New York
Centre for International and Public Law, ANU
The 9-page text of a speech by the Australian Ambassador to the U.N. in which he examines the organisation's role during 2003 and considers proposals for reform
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-02-16
A Change of Course in Washington? The Mid-Term Elections and U.S. Foreign Policy
Centre of International Relations - Warsaw
A 7-page Polish assessment of how the results of the US mid-term elections may affect US foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-01-03
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
Restoring American Leadership: 13 Cooperative Steps to Advance Global Progress
Century Foundation and Open Society Institute
This 112-page collection of 13 essays outlines strategies to achieve U.S. national security goals through strengthening global alliances
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-21
What Should the European Union Do About the Middle East?
CEPS
A 2-page policy brief on Europe's options for defusing conflict in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-10-02
Upgrading the EU's Role as Global Actor
CEPS
This 2-page commentary argues that the EU should build up a world-class diplomatic corps, capable of becoming a major actor in global affairs
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-18
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
Illusion of Power: Russia after the South Caucasus Battle
CEPS
A 24-page paper aiming at reassessing Russia’s military, political, economic and diplomatic might after the battle in the South Caucasus. The research concludes with proposals for a new Western strategy on Russia and the EU’s Eastern Neighbourhood which would ensure an undivided and sustainable European order
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-03-05
Bilateral Disputes between EU Member States and Russia
CEPS
This 35-page paper employs a case-study approach to provide an in-depth analysis of selected disputes and reviews several questions of importance for EU coherence
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-08-29
Russian Games with the WTO
CEPS
A 2-page commentary advising Russia’s ruling elite that they must demonstrate more consistency, professionalism and credibility for the sincerity of their motives before they can hope to realise their ambition to make their country a leading international actor
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-16
State (un)Sustainability in the Southern Mediterranean and Scenarios to 2030: The EU’s Response
CEPS
This 17-page policy paper considers the concept of sustainability and how it is central to any understanding of Mediterranean politics
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-09
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
Synergies vs. Spheres of Influence in the Pan-European Space
CEPS
This 104-page report investigates whether and how the European Union, in its policies towards Russia, the Eastern partner countries and Central Asia, might build stronger common programmes and projects across these three political ‘spaces’
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-07
Turkmenistan in Transition: A Window for EU Engagement
CEPS
A 122-page brief outlining the opportunities for the EU to engage with Turkmenistan
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-24
The European Union as a Normative Foreign Policy Actor
CEPS
This 38-page working paper examines whether the EU fits a normative foreign policy paradigm
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-31
Political Islam in Egypt
CEPS
A 20-page working paper examining changes in Egyptian political Islam and considering possible democratic models for Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-25
Transforming Turkish Foreign Policy: The Quest for Regional Leadership and Europeanisation
CEPS
This 2-page commentary argues for a ‘rational’ debate on Turkey, in the interests of both Turkey’s democratic future and of the EU’s chances of becoming an effective global power in the 21st century
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-12-02
Abnormalisation:The Bumpy Road to Turkish-Armenian Rapprochement,
CEPS
This 2-page commentary analyzes the complexities of implementing the Turkish-Armenian rapprochement
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-09
Russian Foreign Policy in Times of Crisis: Greater Compliance or Resilient Self-confidence?
CEPS
This 10-page policy brief raises several questions in regard to Russia’s foreign policy at a time of economic difficulties
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-19
The Elephant and the Bear Try again: Options for a New Agreement Between the EU and Russia
CEPS
This 120-page book explores whether the EU and Russia can improve their strained relationship
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-04
Turkey and the EU: A Play in Search of a Script
CEPS
This 4-page commentary warns that the EU is dodging the critical issue of how to establish friendly and constructive relations with an independent, self-confident Turkey
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-09-29
The EU-Russia Summit in Nizhny Novgorod: Divergent Logics of Communication
CEPS
This 5-page policy brief analyses the state of EU-Russian relations as seen from the vantage point of the summit held on June 9-10 in Nizhny Novgorod.
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-23
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
Profiling Normative Foreign Policy: The European Union and its Global Partners
CEPS
An 18-page working paper developing a conceptual framework for a study of normative foreign policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-01-04
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
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
The EU Should Not Ignore the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
CER
An 8-page policy briefing urging the EU to engage with the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-14
Three Questions the EU Must Ask Russia
CER
An 11-page briefing note urging the EU to focus, in its negotiations with Russia, on urgent issues rather than on political reform in Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-17
The EU's approach to Israel and the Palestinians: A Move in the Right Direction
CER
This 4-page paper considers the perspectives of peace in the Middle East and proposes that in spite of the challenges, The EU must do its best to support the USA's efforts to bring both parties to the negotiation
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-12
What Europe Wants from President Obama
CER
A 4-page policy brief outlining Europe's expectations from the incoming US President
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-02
Cyprus: The Costs of Failure
CER
This 5-page briefing note looks into the effects of a failure in the Cyprus negotiations that may range from disagreement between Ankara and Athens to collateral damage in EU-NATO relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-08
If Turkey and the EU Break Up ....
CER
A commentary on the likely consequences of a break-up of the accession talks between the EU and Turkey
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-27
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
Preparing for the Multipolar World: European Foreign and Security Policy in 2020
CER
This article argues that the EU can help to ensure that multilateralism prevails over balance-of-power politics in the near future
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-19
Obama, Russia and Europe
CER
This 4-page policy brief analyses US-Russian relations, and the implications for Europe
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-22
Europe and America's Debate about Foreign Policy
CER
A European commentary on how US and European foreign policy are likely to interrelate in the future
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-01
Russia, Realism and EU Unity
CER
This 8-page policy brief argues that EU policy towards Russia will be more effective if the EU first seeks common ground among its members on pressing issues
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-21
Is Russia a Partner to the EU in Bosnia?
CER
An 8-page policy brief on EU-Russia relations in Bosnia-Herzegovina
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-03-24
The EU Should Talk to Hamas
CER
An article suggesting that the EU should engage with Hamas
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-26
A New Deal with Russia?
CER, "Prospect"
An article making the case for a "grand bargain" between the West and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-10-29
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
Preserving Progress: Transitioning Authority and Implementing the Strategic Framework in Iraq
CFR
A 5-page US House testimony on the future of the U.S. relationship with Iraq
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-24
The Evolving Turkish Role in Mideast Peace Diplomacy
CFR
A US article assessing Turkey's changing role in Middle East diplomacy
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-04-05
Russia's Wrong Direction: What the United States Can and Should Do
CFR
A 104-page US report on the current state of US-Russian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-15
The Art of Afghan Alliance Building
CFR
This 2-page US article concludes that Washington's mismanagement of local alliances has proved to be the undoing of its strategy in the country
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-10-29
Nepal’s Two Boulders
CFR
A US article considering the future political stability of Nepal
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-09
Evaluating the Reset: Is It Time for a Pause?
CFR
A US House testimony assessing the state of US-Russia relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-07-11
Is Turkey Leaving the West?
CFR
A 2-page US article on the Islamicization of Turkey's foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-10-29
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
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
The Proliferation Security Initiative: Lessons for Using Nonbinding Agreements
CFR
This 24-page US working paper recommending the strengthening the PSI and adopting its model for other agreements in order to advance U.S. interests in preventing proliferation and provide a useful framework to mobilize international action on important global issues
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-04
U.S. Strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan
CFR
A 112-page US task force report considering the direction of US strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-15
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
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
America's Strategic Opportunity with India
CFR
This 6-page US article looks at the developing relationship between the US and India
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-09
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
UN Sanctions: A Mixed Record
CFR
A US backgrounder examining the record of UN sanctions
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-21
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
Next Steps for Pakistan Strategy
CFR
This 5-page US policy memorandum argues that Washington should move quickly to convert the post-bin Laden crisis into an opportunity to create a more effective working partnership with Islamabad that will serve U.S. interests over the short and long run.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-05-22
A False Choice in Pakistan
CFR
A 7-page US essay urging Washington to maintain a cautious strategy in its dealings with Islamabad
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-13
How the US is Still Getting Afghanistan Wrong
CFR
A US commentary on weaknesses in the US understanding of events in Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-03-14
Preparing for Sudden Change in North Korea
CFR
A 70-page US report focusing on how to manage the prospect of a change in North Korea's leadership
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-01-30