Foreign Policy
Addressing Iran's Nuclear Ambitions
MIT CIS
A 20-page US House testimony on US policy towards Iran's nuclear ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-06
Iraqs Three Civil Wars
MIT CIS
This US essay describes how Iraq is undergoing three civil wars, and draws implications for US policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-03-13
Iran: Rogue State?
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page essay tests the assumption that Iran is a rogue state
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-27
Why U.S. National Security Requires Middle East Peace
MIT Center for International Studies
This 8-page U.S. paper examines the inter-relationship of Al Qaeda, a Palestinian-Israeli peace and U.S. security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-06-27
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
Channel Surfing: Non-engagement as Foreign Policy
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page US essay is a critique of the Bush administration's policy of non-engagement with nations and groups that it does not like
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-09
Regionalizing the Iraq Conflict?
MIT Center for International Studies
This 4-page US essay casts doubt on the chances of a successful regionalization policy for ending the Iraq conflict
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-22
The United States As an Asian Power: Realism or Conceit?
MIT Center for International Studies
This 6-page U.S. paper examines the conventional wisdom underlying the claim that the U.S. is an Asian power
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-06-27
The U.S. and Iran in Afghanistan: Policy Gone Awry
MIT - CIS
This US essay argues for a rapprochement with Iran as a means of achieving stability in Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-31
The Barcelona Process and European-Arab Economic Relations: 1995-2005
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This article examines how the European-Mediterranean Partnership has contributed to the economic development of the Arab world and bi-lateral European Union-Arab relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-07-05
The Russia-Iran Nuclear Connection and U.S. Policy Options
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This 15-page article evaluates the nature of Russia's involvement in Iran's nuclear program, especially in regard to its effect on U.S.-Russian relations and non-proliferation
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-04-14
Putin and Russia's Middle East Policy
Middle East Review of International Affairs
An article commenting on Vladimir Putin's two-track policy towards the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-05
Between Europe and the Middle East: The Transformation of Turkish Policy
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This 13-page article examines the drastic changes in Turkish domestic and foreign policy being driven by the prospects of E.U. membership
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-04-14
What Does the Future Hold for Syria?
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This article examines Syria's historic and present power structure and analyzes the likely alternatives for Syria's future
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-15
Iran: Three Alternative Futures
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This Israeli article discusses potential futures for Iran, taking into account international, domestic, political and economic factors
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-13
Between Stagnation and Renovation: The Arab System in the Aftermath of the Iraq War
Middle East Review of International Affairs
An Israeli article exploring the impact of the U.S. occupation of Iraq on the Arab system
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-19
The Political Economy of Turkish Military Modernization
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This article examines the political economy of Turkey's recent military modernization project, together with its impact on relations with its allies and its democratization process
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-05
Discussion: The State of Arab Liberalism
Middle East Review of International Affairs
Transcript of a forum on Arab Liberalism and Democracy in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-04
Iraq's Future: A Concept Paper
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This paper examines poosible scenarios for the future of Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-10
Israel-Maghreb Relations: Realities and Possibilities
MERIA
This 5-page Israeli article presents an overview of Israeli-Maghrebi relations since Israel's establishment. It also discusses cooperation with Israel in various spheres and ideas on how to further promote this
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-06
Iran's Nuclear and Syria's Iraq Adventures
MERIA
An Israeli article considering the implications of Iran's drive for nuclear weapons and Syria's efforts to destabilize Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-19
Implications of the Georgian Crisis for Israel, Iran and the West
MERIA
An Israeli article examining Israeli and Iranian reactions to the Georgian crisis, as well as its broader impact on regional energy and security concerns.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-12-22
The Hizb Al-Tahrir in Central Asia: How America Misreads Islamist Threats
MERIA
This Israeli article examines the philosophical underpinnings of the Hizb al-Tahrir in Central Asia and criticises how the US defines a legitimate Islamist threat
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-20
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
Iran: The Rise of a Regional Power
MERIA
An Israeli article analysing the growing influence of Iran in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-09-18
The South Caucasus Republics and Russia's Growing Influence
MERIA
This 12-page Israeli paper examines the relations between the South Caucasus republics and Russia and how the former countries have attempted to decrease Russian influence through ties with other major powers
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-04-11
U.S. Middle East Policy: Too Many Challenges and Yet a Single Theme
MERIA
This 12-page Israeli article is a brief analysis of the issues posed to the US by the Middle East and the options possessed by the administration in dealing with them
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-07
Iran and the Arab World: A View From Riyadh
MERIA
A 10-page Israeli paper describing Saudi attitudes to Iranian expansionism and the possible implications for Israeli-Saudi relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-08
What to do on Lebanon: The Future of Lebanon-Israel Relations
MERIA
An Israeli article assessing the future of Lebanon-Israel relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-24
British Middle East Policy: The Counterterrorism Dimension
MERIA
An Israeli analysis of British Middle East policy and the implications of the counterterrorism offensive
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-12-12
Iran's Energy Vulnerability
MERIA
A 14-page Israeli paper examining Iran's energy balance and its vulnerability to international energy sanctions
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-28
The Iran-Syria Alliance: The Economic Dimension
MERIA
An Israeli article examining the depth of the economic relationship between Iran and Syria
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-25
Alternate Trajectories of the Roles and Influence of China and the United States in Northeast Asia and the Implications for Future Power Configurations
Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation
This 19-page US paper examines several key factors and interactions between countries that he predicts are likely to play a role in configuring the security structure of Northeast Asia between now and 2025
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-06-03
Taiwan's Identity Challenge
Lowy Institute for International Policy
An article analysing the tensions between Taiwan's uniquely dependent geo-strategic position and its nation-building quest
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-23
The Paramount Power: China and the Countries of Southeast Asia
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 131-page Austraalian paper analyzes how China's relations with Southeast Asia have improved dramatically over the past decade
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-25
The Paramount Power: China and the Countries of South East Asia
Lowy Institute
This Australian paper examines the development of China's relations with South East Asia over the past 10 years
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2006-05-17
The End of the Vasco de Gama Era
Lowy Institute
A 35-page Australian paper on the changing balance of power in global politics
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-14
World Under Stress: Issues and Initiatives
Lowy Institute
A 13-page Australian lecture on the problems facing the US, radical Islam, the future of nuclear weapons and the need for closer global cooperation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-01-17
A Long Hot Summer
Lowy Institute
A 12-page Australian policy brief calling for a more aggressive posture by coalition forces and increased international pressure on Pakistan if Afghanistan is not to revert to being a terrorist stronghold
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-04-03
Ambition: The Emerging Foreign Policy of the Rudd Government
Lowy Institute
This 20-page paper explores the Rudd Government's emerging foreign policy, the Prime Minister's own contributions to it and what questions it raises for the future
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-01-22
Design Faults: The Asia-Pacific's Regional Architecture
Lowy Institute
This 12-page Australian policy brief proposes a new regional architecture for the Asia-Pacific region
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-07-27
China and Taiwan in the South Pacific: Diplomatic Chess versus Political Rugby
Lowy Institute
This 20-page Australian policy brief examines the effects of the competition between China and Taiwan for diplomatic recognition by South Pacific island states
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-22
Reinventing 'West Asia'
Lowy Institute
A 16-page Australian issue brief explaining how the Middle East and South Asia increasingly comprise one strategically coherent region
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-03-06
The Emerging Global Order: Australian Foreign Policy in the 21st Century
Lowy Institute
A 109-page Australian paper exploring the shifting foundations of the emerging world order
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-19
Institutionalising Interests: Japan-Australia Relations in the 21st Century
Lowy Institute
The 12-page report of a conference held to discuss the future of Japan-Australia relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-13
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
After Iraq
Lowy Institute
A 14-page Australian perspective on the lessons of Iraq for the US, Australia and the international system as a whole
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-06
India’s New World: Civil Society in the Making of Foreign Policy
Lowy Institute
This Australian paper argues that Indian foreign policy is being shaped increasingly by three dynamic aspects of civil society: business, the Indian diaspora and the aggressive Indian news media
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-05-11
The Dragon in the Pacific: More Opportunity than Threat
Lowy Institute
A 12-page Australian policy brief offering proposals for engaging China in Pacific aid programmes
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-02
Obama’s Latin America Policy: Continuity Without Change
Latin American Perspectives
This 13-page paper highlights various episodes of the Obama administration's recent foreign policy to Latin America
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-17
The Six-Party Talks: A Good Platform for Broader Cooperation in Northeast Asia
Korean Journal of Security Affairs
An 8-page Korean article arging that the six-party talks are an effective mechanism for dealing with the North Korean nuclear issue
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-08
The Undeclared War: Germany's Self Deceit in Afghanistan
Korber Foundation
A 69-page German critique of Germany's participation in the Afghanistan operation
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-10-18
No More Hypocrisy: Germany is a Great Power
Körber Foundation
A 67-page policy paper presenting an overview of Germany's postion in Europe and in the world
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-19
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
China Is Not An Evil Empire
Körber Foundation
This 63-page German essay outlines a hopeful image of the People’s Republic despite Tibet, despite human rights abuses, and despite violence and arbitrary government
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-03-11
Rethinking Iran: From Confrontation to Cooperation
Körber Foundation
A 57-page German policy paper presenting a new strategy towards Tehran
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-07-06
Good and Bad Nuclear Weapons: Berlin's Part in Shaping Nuclear Reality
Körber Foundation
A 59-page German paper arguing that German policy needs to seek to shape the new nuclear reality in line with German security interests
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-04-06
Is Leaving the Middle East a Viable Option?
JSOU
This 46-page US paper argues the case for a continued presence in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-04
Security Council Reform: The P5's Responsibility to Act
JIIA
A Japanese commentary on the need for reforming the UN Security Council
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-18
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 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
What to Expect from the New US Administration
JIIA
A Japanese perspective of expectations for global leadership by the US
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-07
Arc of Freedom and Prosperity: Japan's Expanding Diplomatic Horizons
JIIA
A 9-page speech by the Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs offering an overview of directions in Japan's foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-06
America, Don't Count on Our Followship
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the risk of a schism in US-Japan relations being caused by a weakening of US policy towards North Korea
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-14
Japan's Evolving Relations with China
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the rapprochement in Sino-Japanese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-14
How Japan's Economic Class Views China and the Future of Asian Regionalism
JIIA
This 9-page policy report considers future Sino-Japanese relations and their implications for a successful outcome to Asian regionalisation
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-01-09
An Unwelcome Déjà vu: A New US-North Korea Missile Deal
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese perspective on US-North Korea negotiations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-27
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
What to Expect from the New US Administration #3 The Financial Crisis and Foreign Policy
JIIA
This Japanese commentary considers how financial and foreign policies of the new US Administration may influence Japanes policy
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-11-09
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
Reenergizing Japan's ASEAN Policy
JIIA
A commentary calling for Japan to reenergize its ASEAN policy in the face of heightened Chinese activity
Foreign Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-08-17
Putin's Return to the Presidency and Its Implications for Asia
JIIA
A 3-page Japanese commentary speculating upon the likely future Russian policy towards Asia, particularly Japan and the rest of the Far East
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-07
Stagnation and Integration in Europe
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary contemplating the future of the European Union
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-03
Sino-Japanese Relations: The Impact of Wen's Visit
JIIA
A Japanese commentary on Wen Jiabao's visit to Japan
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-03
Changes in Iran's Strategic Posture
JCSS
An Israeli article examining recent changes in Iran's strategic posture
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-04-21
The Arab Peace Initiative: A Primer and Future Prospects
JCPA
A 42-page Israeli report assessing the viability of the Arab Peace Initiative
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-22
Japanese Discovery of Democracy
Japanese Institute of International Affairs
A Japanese commentary on the state of Sino-Japanese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-28
How Japan Imagines China and Sees Itself
Japan Institute of International Affairs
This Japanese article examines Japanese attitudes towards China and Sino-Japanese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-07
The Middle East In Transition: An Overview
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies and Sussex Academic Press
The 8-page opening chapter of "The Middle East Strategic Balance 2003-2004"
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-14
The Primacy of Regional Transformation: U.S. Strategy in the Post-Disengagement Era
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An Israeli assessment of likely U.S. policy towards Israel during the remainder of the second Bush administration
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-16
The Disengagement Plan: Political and Security Ramifications
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An article exploring how Israel's unilateral disengagement plan might contribute to a resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-09-13
Bashar Under Pressure: Potential Implications of the Qamishli Riots
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
A brief assessment of the internal stability of Syria
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-04-14
Hamas's Victory and Israel's Dilemma
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An Israeli essay explaining the dilemma faced by Israel in formulating a strategy for dealings with Hamas
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-14
Israel-Syria Negotiations: A Real Possibility?
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An Israeli commentary on recent overtures by Syria and their rejection by Israel
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-06-02
Neutralizing Terrorism-Sponsoring States: The Libyan Model
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
This essay examines how Libya was pressured into abandoning its support of terrorism and explores whether this process provides a model for neutralizing other terrorism-sponsoring states
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-06-02
Curbing the Iranian Nuclear Threat: The Military Option
Jaffee Center for Strategic Studies
An article examining the intricacy of a possible Israeli strike as a means of preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapons capability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-11
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
The Impact of Aid on Growth Revisited: Do Donor Motives Matter?
IZA
A 28-page discussion paper examining the relevance of donor motives to development aid effectiveness
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-05-12
Transformational Diplomacy
ISS-EU
This 116-page papper explores the scope and limits of 'transformational diplomacy'
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-19
Facing China's Rise: Guidelines for an EU Strategy
ISS-EU
This 129-page report analyses aspects of China's domestic transformation and its evolving international relations to provide guidelines for the development of effective EU strategic thinking on China
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-01-31
Pioneering Foreign Policy: The EU Special Representatives
ISS-EU
This 165-page paper examines the role of the EU special representatives
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-12-08
Seeing Blue: American Visions of the EU
ISS-EU
An 81-page paper exploring US perspectives of the EU, particularly as a global strategic actor
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-10-14
Relations in the Russia-Ukraine-EU Triangle: 'Zero-Sum Game or Not?
ISS-EU
This 43-page occasional paper examines relations in the Russia-Ukraine-EU triangle
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-10-14
Russia: A Difficult Partner for the EU
ISS-EU
A 9-page report on a workshop held to consider issues relevant to EU-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-20
Reorienting Strategies Towards Burma/Myanmar
ISS-EU
A 4-page analysis offering suggestions for improving the EU's policy towards Burma
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-27
Regional Cooperation in the Western Balkans
ISS-EU
This 110-page paper offers a background for understanding and encouraging cooperation among the countries of the Western Balkans and integration into the EU
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-17
Scanning the Future: American and European Perspectives
ISS Europa
This 4-page policy brief reviews the recent US National Intelligence report on global trends in 2025,
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-13
European Perspectives on the New American Foreign Policy Agenda
ISS Europa
This 44-page report highlights what it considers to be the major political event of 2009: the election of President Barack Obama and the impact that the change in the American administration will have on the world
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-13
Bush's Legacy and America's Next Foreign Policy
ISS Europa
This 131-page paper examines US foreign policy under the Bush presidency and maps out the likely future orientation of US foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-06
Europe and Angola: The Case for Deeper Engagement
ISS
An analysis of Angola's growing significance for Europe
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-29