Foreign Policy


The Political Significance of the U.S.-China Military Hotline

PINR

A US intelligence brief on the political significance of the US-China military hotline

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-11-19

Iran Strengthens its Role in the Caspian Sea and Central Asian Regions

PINR

A US report on Iran's growing influence in the Caspian Sea and Central Asian regions

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-22

Russia Reasserts Power with Thermobaric Weapons and Bomber Runs

PINR

This US intelligence brief discusses the implications of Russia's increased military activity

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-22

Russian Economic Interests Drive Its Policy on Myanmar

PINR

A US intelligence brief explaining the economic basis of Russia's policy towards Myanmar

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-09

Georgia-Russian Missile Row Calls for West to Revise its Strategy in Eurasia

PINR

This US analysis examines the West's geopolitical options in respect of Eurasia

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-22

India Rediscovering East Asia

PINR

A US brief on the development of India's engagement with East Asia

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-25

Bulgaria, U.S. Bases and Black Sea Geopolitics

PINR

A US article discussing developing security relations between Washington and Sofia

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-29

China's Decision to Deny U.S. Ships from Port of Hong Kong

PINR

A US commentary on the decision of China to deny access for US naval ships to the port of Hong Kong

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-09

Pressing the "Reset Button" on US-Russia Relations

Peterson Instiute

This 14-page US policy brief proposes a route to fruitful collaboration between the US and Russia

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-03-18

The United States–China Economic Relationship and the Strategic and Economic Dialogue

Peterson Institute

A US House testimony on how the initial Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED), building on other United States–China contacts and its own predecessor forums, has made an important contribution toward progress on two international economic issues: the current economic crisis and global warming

Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-10

The European Debt Crisis: Strategic Implications for the Transatlantic Alliance

Peterson Institute

A US House testimony assessing the implications of the European debt crisis for the transatlantic alliance

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-11-15

From the Shanghai Communique to "Responsible Stakeholder"

Peterson Institute

A speech stressing areas in which China and the US share common interests

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-10

Recognising Iran as a Strategic Threat: An Intelligence Challenge of the United States

Permanent Select Comittee on Intelligence

A 29-page US report assessing the nature of threats posed by Iran to the United States

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-25

Confronting Iran: Critical Perspectives on the Current Crisis, Its Origins and Implications

PDA

A compilation of critical analyses and essential background on the growing U.S. confrontation with Iran (single page linking to each item)

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-19

The Philippines Elections 2004: Issues and Implications

Parliamentary Library - Australia

A 4-page Australian research note examining the Philippines elections and the challenges facing the new administration

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-08-17

Directions in China's Foreign Relations: Implications for East Asia and Australia

Parliamentary Library - Australia

This 89-page Australian paper surveys major issues in China's foreign relations, with special emphasis on China's relations with and role in East Asia

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-07

ASEAN's Regional Cooperation and Multilateral Relations

Parliamentary Library - Australia

A 65-page Australian research paper studying recent developments in ASEAN regional cooperation

Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-21

South Korea and the East Asia Summit: Collective Identity, Balance of Power or Domestic Politics?

Parliamentary Library - Australia

A 19-page Australian research brief interpreting the political implications of the addition of Australia, New Zealand and India to the East Asia Summit

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-12

North Korean Nuclear Issues and the Role of Parliamentary Diplomacy

Parliamentary Library - Australia

This 4-page Australian research note examines the role of parliamentary diplomacy in the context of the North Korean nuclear impasse

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-29

The Referendum in Sudan: Where To After 2011?

Parliamentary Information and Research Service - Canada

A 44-page Canadian report studying the implications and ramifications of the referendum in Sudan

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-01-27

China's Emergence: Implications for Australia

Parliament of Australia

A 249-page report examining China's foreign policy, military modernization programme, its effect on other countries in the Asia Pacific region and the implications for Australia

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-06

The US "One China" Policy: Time for a Change?

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 2-page US commentary on US policy towards the PRC and Taiwan

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-14

ASEAN at 40: Perception and Reality

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 2-page critique of ASEAN's credibility

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-14

Comparative Connections

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 164-page e-journal on East Asian bilateral relations

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-13

New Security Challenges and Opportunities in East Asia: Views From the Next Generation

Pacific Forum CSIS

This 85-page conference report includes the papers presented on major security issues in Asia Pacific

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-01

From Triangles to Trilaterals: The Next Generation Views U.S.-China-Japan Relations

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 72-page conference report comprising papers addressing the strategic goals in US, China and Japan relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-25

U.S.-China and East Asia Relations

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 21-page lecture addressing the implications of China's emergence on future relations between the US, China and East Asia

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-25

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

U.S.-ROK Relations: Searching for a Vision

Pacific Forum CSIS

This 27-page paper examines the tensions besetting the US-ROK alliance

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-09-27

Suspicions and Shared Interests: Seventh Dialogue on Sino-U.S. Relations

Pacific Forum CSIS

The 26-page report of a conference held to discuss Sino-U.S. relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-22

Not Too Fast with China

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 2-page US commentary highlighting the importance of the US and China having a clear understanding of what they expect from each othe

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-24

China’s Apparent Cost-free Slight to Europe

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 2-page commentary on the diplomatic implications of China’s cancellation of the annual EU-China summit four days before it was to be held in Lyons

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-13

Strategic Visions for U.S.-China-Japan Relations

Pacific Forum CSIS

The 29-page report of a workshop held to discuss strategic visions for U.S.-China-Japan Relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-22

Europe and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Oxford Research Group

This 5-page briefing paper argues for an active E.U. role in promoting a genuine two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-01-02

U.S. Options in Iraq

Oxford Research Group

An essay discussing four options for U.S. policy in Iraq

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-06-28

Fallujah and its Aftermath

Oxford Research Group

A 5-page commentary on the consequences of the U.S. Fallujah offensive in Iraq

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-02

Global Responses to Global Threats: Sustainable Security for the 21st Century

Oxford Research Group

The 40-page report of a research project examining the various threats to global security and posssible responses to those threats

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-21

A War Gone Badly Wrong - The War on Terror Ten Years On

ORG

This 5-page UK report assesses the consequences of the response from the United States and its coalition partners to the 9/11 attack

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-09

The Obama Cairo Speech: Context and Implications.

ORG

This 4-page UK briefing explores the background to and likely consequences of Obama’s recent speech on US policy towards Islam and the Middle East

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-23

The Arab Peace Initiative: Why Now?

ORG

This 26-page report is based on an expert roundtable organised to give the Arab Peace Initiative (API) a higher profile

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-13

Drift to War

ORG

This 4-page UK security briefing focuses on the prospect of a US-Iran conflict

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-12

Negotiation and Strategy: Understanding Sanctions Effectiveness

NYU Center on International Cooperation

This 23-page US paper advances the debate about sanctions efficacy by assessing their role in a broader conflict management strategy

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-02-18

Words and Deeds: Russian Foreign Policy and Post-Soviet Secessionist Conflicts

NUPI

This 114-page Norwegian paper examines Russian policy towards secessionist conflicts in the post-Soviet space

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-01-09

A Match Made in Heaven? Strategic Convergence between China and Russia

NUPI

A 30-page Norwegian working paper focusing on the compatibility of China and Russia in terms of complementary economies, location and political outlook

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-03-07

Balancing Acts: Russian-Chinese Relations

NUPI

A 52-page Norwegian report on Russian-Chinese relations and developments in SCO and CSTO

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-28

North Korea’s Nuclear Test and its Aftermath: Coping with the Fallout

NTI

A US issue brief dealing with the implications of North Korea's nuclear test

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-16

Will India Be a Better Strategic Partner than China?

NPEC

A 22-page paper examining the growing strategic relationship beteen the US and India

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-09-13

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 Nature of a Friendship: Making Sense of Sino-Pakistani Relations

NOREF

This 10-page Norwegian policy brief outlines a complex set of interactions between China and Pakistan

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-13

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

Indo-Iranian Ties: Thicker than Oil

Nonproliferation Policy Education Center

This 47-page paper traces the development of Indo-Iranian ties and highlights security concerns arising from this relationship

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-03

The New Russian Diplomacy

Nixon Center and Brookings Institution

This 32-page overview of Russian foreign policy since the collapse of the Soviet Union is an extract from a new book by Igor Ivanov, former Russian Foreign Minister

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-28

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

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

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

Iranian Fallout

Nixon Center

A US article assessing options for dealing with the dangers posed by Iran's nuclear developments

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-02

The Road to Moscow

Nixon Center

A US article proposing a new route for US-Russia relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-02

The United States in Iraq: Assessment and Outlook

New Zealand Institute of International Affairs

A 7-page commentary that finds positive aspects to the U.S. intervention in Iraq

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-01-30

Russia's Military St6rategy: Preparing for the Wrong War?

Netherlands Institute of nternational Relations

A 6-page Dutch paper examining whether Russia's return as a major power in international security coincides with the standing and conceptual thinking of her armed forces

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-26

Can Russian Oil Growth Be Sustained?

Netherlands Institute of International Relations Clingendael

This 11-page briefing paper questions Russia's ability to further increase oil production and exports

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-10-20

The OSCE in Search of a Meaningful Agenda

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

This 8-page article explores the debate on the future of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-01-18

The Democratisation of Diplomacy: Negotiating with the Internet

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

A 40-page discussion paper studying the use of information technology and its influence on the formulation of foreign policy advice

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-02

The Democratisation of Diplomacy: Negotiating with the Internet

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

This 40-page discussion paper examines how the policy formulation environment for governments has been affected by the development of the Internet

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-23

Summit Diplomacy Coming of Age

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

A 24-page Dutch analysis of summitry in modern diplomatic practice

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-24

Dialogue-Based Public Diplomacy: A New Foreign Policy Paradigm?

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

This 17-page discussion paper focuses on the practical aspects of public diplomacy and argues for a more collaborative approach to Foreign Policy

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-19

The Visa Dimension of Diplomacy

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

This 30-page Dutch discussion paper examines the consular element of diplomatic power in international relations, exercised by the granting or withholding of visas

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-26

Energy in a Changing World

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

This 38-page lecture examines the prospects for energy security in the future

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-03-26

Transatlantic Dialogue on Middle East Policy

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

An 88-page report on a conference held to compare U.S. and European approaches to Middle East policy issues and to offer suggestions for the development of co-operative policies for the region

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-23

Culture Communicates: US Diplomacy That Works

Netherlands Institute of International Relations

A 24-page paper examining the decline of U.S. cultural diplomacy, examples of its successful use and its potential value to the U.S. in the post 9/11 world.

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-13

Public Diplomacy in Small and Medium-Sized States: Norway and Canada

Netherlands Institute for International Relations

This 28-page diplomacy paper suggests ideas for exploring the specifics of small and medium-sized states' public diplomacy and their strategies for exercising 'soft power'

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-18

Will Istanbul Get Transatlantic Relations Back on Track?

Netherlands Atlantic Association

A commentary on the current state of U.S.- Europe relations

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-16

The China-Africa Summit, the Port of Gwadar, and North-West Nepal

Nepalnews.com

A commentary on the implications of the China-Africa Summit in general and for Nepal in particular

Foreign Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-11-22

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

The United States and South Korea: Can This Alliance Last?

Nautilus Institute

A U.S. essay discussing the future of the U.S.-South Korean alliance

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-17

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

U.S. Troop Withdrawals and Self-Reliant Defense

Nautilus Institute

An essay discussing the proposed U.S. troop withrawal from the Korean peninsula and its implications for the Republic of Korea

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-08-07

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

What Korean Unification Means to China

Nautilus Institute

This US article considers China's likely stance in respect of Korean reunification

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-10-19

International Aid for North Korea: Sustainable Effects or a Waste of Resources?

Nautilus Institute

A U.S. essay considering the case for continued financial support to North Korea

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-16

U.S. Tries New Tack in Pursuing Interests, Stability in East Asia

Nautilus Institute

Commentary on a new phase in U.S. policy in respect of its pursuit of national interests in Asia

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-22

The North Korea Nuclear Issue: The Road Ahead

Nautilus Institute

An essay proposing a strategy for the U.S. Administration to follow in dealing with the North Korea nuclear issue

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-17

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

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

What North Korea Really Wants

Nautilus Institute

A US article analyzing North Korea's strategic objectives

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-02-07

The Reality Behind South Korea-U.S. Alliance

Nautilus Institute

This essay argues that the U.S.-South Korea alliance should be replaced by an East Asian alliance in which South Korea would be a partner

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-03-17

No Longer the 'Lone' Superpower: Coming to Terms With China

Nautilus Institute

An essay urging the world, and the U.S. in particular, to adjust peacefully to China's legitimate claims

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-28

Testing North Korean Waters

Nautilus Institute

An article criticising past US policy towards North Korea

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-02

The New Security Architecture: Binding Japan and Australia, Containing China

Nautilus at RMIT

An Australian essay examining the implications of the new defence pact between Australia and Japan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-03-27

Turkey Drifts Away

National Journal

A 2-page US commentary on weakening US-Turkish ties

Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-06

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

Toward a Breakthrough in Northeast Asian Regionalism: Overcoming U.S. Abivalence

National Institute for Research Advancement

This 11-page paper traces the history of the pursuit of regionalism in Northeast Asia in recent years, discusses the role of the U.S. and proposes a way forward

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-23

The North Pacific's Berlin Wall: Hindrances to Regional Co-operation

National Institute for Research Advancement

An 11-page paper describing the hindrances to regional co-operation in the North Pacific

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-23

Assessing America's War on Terror: Confronting Insurgency, Cementing Primacy

National Bureau of Asian Research and Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

This 104-page analysis offers a distinctive perspective of U.S. Foreign Policy at the intersection of two interlocking challenges; the prosecution of the war on terrorism and the maintenance of U.S. preeminence

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-02-01

Things Aren't What They Used To Be

Moshe Dayan Center for Middle East Studies

A 2-page analysis of the reasons for the impasse at the Khartoum Arab Summit

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-11

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

Pitfalls in Pakistan

Moshe Dayan Center

An Israeli commentary on the complexity facing the incoming Obama administration in formulating an effective and coherent policy towards the war on terror and towards the Pakistani government

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-24

Qadhdhafi Goes to Moscow

Moshe Dayan Center

An Israel commentary on the foreign policy implications of Qadhdhafi's recent Moscow visit

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-24

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

Pakistan on the Brink: Regional Perspectives and Implications

MIT-CIS

A US analysis focusing on the regional implications of a continued status quo or deterioration in Pakistan's political situation

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-03

Waiting for Goldilocks: Getting Japan's Foreign Policy Just Right

MIT SSP

A 4-page paper examining the challenges to the formulation of a new foreign policy for Japan

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-15