Foreign Policy
"Hope is not a Plan": In Search of a Western Strategy in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Clingendael
The 17-page report of a roundtable held to discuss the deteriorating situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-07
The EU as a Global Player: Financing EU's Ambitions for 2014-2020
Clingendael
A 5-page Dutch policy paper offering recommendations for the EU's foreign policy development
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-01-27
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
Coercive Diplomacy by the EU: The Case of Iran
Clingendael
This 43-page Dutch discussion paper analyzes the concept of coercive diplomacy and assesses the European application of it to contain the Iranian nuclear programme
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-02-07
Political Issues of Paradiplomacy - Lessons from the Developed World
Clingendael
A 15-page Dutch discussion paper examining the phenomenon of regional governments developing international relations, often called ‘paradiplomacy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-10
The 'Peace Mission 2007' Exercises: The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Advances
Clingendael
A 21-page Dutch paper on the development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as a security organisation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-21
Japan's Economic Diplomacy Towards China: The Lure of Business and Burden of History
Clingendael
A 59-page Dutch paper analyzing how collective memory has intervend in Japan's economic diplomacy during the past decade
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-11-13
The Limits of China's Soft Power in Europe: Beijing's Public Diplomacy Puzzle
Clingendael
A 42-page Dutch paper discussing the effectiveness of China's exercise of soft power in Europe
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-02-11
Backdrop to Iran's Nuclear Policy
Clingendael
A 5-page speech by Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs, offering a backdrop to Iran's nuclear policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-07
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
Commercial Diplomacy and International Business
Clingendael
A 42-page Dutch discussion paper examining the significance of commercial diplomacy in international trade
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-03-06
A Division of Labour in Transatlantic Relations
Clingendael
This 3-page Dutch policy paper argues that Europe needs to respond effectively to new risk management tasks and security challenges with out-of-area operations
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-05-13
The EU, China and India: The Promise of Trilateral Engagement
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch paper arguing that while the EU does engage with China and India in multilateral forums that it promotes, such as the Asia–Europe Meeting (ASEM), a more focused and regular trilateral engagement is likely to be more effective over the longer term in influencing and shaping the Sino-Indian relationship
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-02-11
Crossroads of Diplomacy: New Challenges, New Solutions
Clingendael
A 50-page Dutch paper describing how the nature of international relations has changed in recent decades
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-10-19
The Iran Counter-Proliferation Act: Potential Implications for Russian-Iranian Relations and U.S.-Russian Nuclear Cooperation
CNS
A US article reviewing the likely impact of the Iran Counter-Proliferation Act
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-02
Syria: U.S. Relations and Bilateral Issues
Congresional Research Service
This 22-page report covers US relations with Syria and issues between the two countries
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-12
The Middle East Peace Talks
Congressional Research Service
A 19-page U.S. updated issue brief summarizing the status of Middle East peace talks
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-01-02
Iran's Influence in Iraq
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page U.S. report assessing the nature and extent of Iranian influence in Iraq
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-11-29
Central Asia: Regional Developments and Implications for U.S. Interests
Congressional Research Service
This 24-page report deals with developments in Central Asia and U.S. policy concerns
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-12
Mexico's Importance and Multiple Relationships with the United States
Congressional Research Service
A 17-page report provides information on the importance of Mexico to U.S. interests and catalogues the many ways that Mexico and the U.S. interact
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-13
U.S. Aid to the Palestinians
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page paper reviewing U.S. aid to the Palestinians and the possible implications of Hamas' recent electoral success on U.S. aid
Foreign Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-02-13
Ukraine: Current Issues and U.S. Policy
Congressional Research Service
A 13-page report on recent developments in Ukraine and U.S. policy towards that country
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-12
Combat Aircraft Sales to South Asia: Potential Implications
Congressional Research Service
A 12-page US report examining the political and military implications of the recently-announced sale of F-16 combat aircraft by the US to Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-26
NATO in Afghanistan: A Test of the Transatlantic Alliance
Congressional Research Service
This 24-page report comments on NATO's Afghan mission and on the implications for the future of the NATO Alliance
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-06
Bosnia: Overview of Issues Ten Years After Dayton
Congressional Research Service
This 6-page U.S. report provides an overview of prominent current issues concerning Bosnia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-29
Pakistan-U.S. Relations
Congressional Research Service
A 24-page issue brief covering Pakistan-US relations and the key issues concerning the relationship
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-12
Taiwan-U.S. Political Relations: New Strains and Changes
Congressional Research Service
A 35-page report tracing changes in Taiwan-U.S. relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-24
Azerbaijan's 2005 Legislative Elections: Outcome and Implications for U.S. Interests
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page U.S. report discussing Azerbaijan's democratization process
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-13
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Program
Congressional Research Service
An 18-page updated US issue brief on North Korea's Nuclear Weapons Programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-18
Arab League Boycott of Israel
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page overview of the Arab League boycott of Israeli companies and Israel-made goods
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-05-09
India-Iran Relations and U.S. Interests
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page report on the implications of India-Iran relations for US policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-14
India-U.S. Relations
Congressional Research Service
A 19-page updated issue brief giving a wide-ranging overview of the U.S.-India relationship
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-12
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
Congressional Research Service
A 45-page updated report outlining those aspects of Iranian policy of concern to the US and possible US responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-14
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
Congressional Research Service
This 50-page updated US report deals with US concerns regarding Iranian policy and activities, and considers possible responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-19
The Future of Palestine
Council on Foreign Affairs
A 6-page article assessing likely scenarios in Palestine after the proposed Israeli withdrawal from Gaza
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-30
The Sources of American Legitimacy
Council on Foreign Affairs
This 5-page essay discusses the sources of legitimacy, the loss of legitimacy in U.S. conduct and the restoration of legitimacy in U.S. foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-30
Generating Momentum for a New Era in U.S.-Turkey Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
This 53-page report recommends changes in US policy towards Turkey to improve relations between the two countries
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-23
Iraq: Winning the Unwinnable War
Council on Foreign Relations
An article proposing a programme of disengagement for the U.S. in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-24
Taking On Tehran
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page U.S. essay proposing a strategy for derailing Iran's nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-01
A global Power Shift in the Making
Council on Foreign Relations
A U.S. article tracing the rise of Asia's power and warning the West of its need to adapt
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-07-02
National Defense in the Second Term
Council on Foreign Relations
This address focuses on the relationship between U.S. security and a world of well-ordered states
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-01
More than Humanitarianism: A strategic U.S. Approach Toward Africa
Council on Foreign Relations
A 163-page independent task force report arguing that Africa is becoming more central to the U.S. and the rest of the world in ways transcending humanitarian interests
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-11
Iran: Time for a New Approach
Council on Foreign Relations
The 91-page U.S. report by an independent task force advocating a policy of dialogue, confidence-building and incremental engagement towards Iran
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-19
What Went Wrong in Iraq
Council on Foreign Relations
A 7-page essay analysing U.S. errors in Iraq
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-25
Iran: Tehran's Nuclear Recklessness and the U.S. Response
Council on Foreign Relations
Testimony to (U.S.) House Committee on the threat posed by Iran's nuclear activities
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-01
A Meeting with Iraqi Interim Prime Minister Ayad Allawi
Council on Foreign Relations
Transcript of an address given by the Iraqi interim Prime Minister on 23 September 2004 to the Council on Foreign Relations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-25
Grand Strategy in the Second Term
Council on Foreign Relations
This 7-page U.S. essay argues that the basic direction of U.S. strategy should remain the same in the new Bush administration, subject to certain corrections
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-01-14
The United States and Europe: Adjusting to the Global Era
Council on Foreign Relations
Transcript of a speech reviewing the current state of U.S.-European relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-06-07
Freedom, Prosperity, and Security: The G8 Partnership with Africa: Sea Island 2004 and Beyond
Council on Foreign Relations
A 44-page report designed to maintain the focus of the G8 states on the critical nature of Africa's needs
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-06-11
In Support of Arab Democracy: Why and How
Council on Foreign Relations
This 88-page report of an independent U.S. task force urges the United States to give wholehearted support to an evolutionary development of democracy consistently throughout the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-06-09
Pakistan: Threats to Musharraf's Rule
Council on Foreign Relations
A brief assessment of the threat posed to Musharraf by extremist groups in Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-02-17
Somalia's High Stakes Power Struggle
Council on Foreign Relations
An article describing the bid by Somalia's Islamic courts to gain control of the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-08
Foreign Policy for a Democratic President
Council on Foreign Relations
In this 8-page essay, the National Security Advisor to President Clinton proposes a new direction for U.S. foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-22
Russia's Wrong Direction: What the United States Can and Should Do
Council on Foreign Relations
The 92-page report of an independent US task force examining problems concerning the governance of Russia and US-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-10
Latin America's Left Turn
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page article suggesting how the rest of the world should react to Latin America's turn to the political left
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-05-10
When the Shiites Rise
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page essay arguing that the Shiite revival set in motion by the Bush administration in Iraq may lead to a rapprochement between the US and the Shiites
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-08
In the Wake of War: Improving U.S. Post-Conflict Capabilities
Council on Foreign Relations
A 65-page report stressing the importance of post-conflict reconstruction and stabilization to U.S. foreign policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-02
Forgotten Intervention? What the United States Needs to Do in the Western Balkans
Council on Foreign Relations
This 44-page report identifies steps that the U.S. can take to avert a new crisis in Kosovo, achieve progress in Bosnia, Serbia and Montenegro, and thus help stabilize the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-07-05
U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East: Is it Working?
Council on Foreign Relations
A U.S. op-ed examining the extent to which democracy promotion in the Middle East is having an effect
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-17
U.S.-India Nuclear Cooperation: A Strategy for Moving Forward
Council on Foreign Relations
A 36-page US report on the US-India nuclear agreement
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-07
The Autumn of the Autocrats
Council on Foreign Relations
A U.S. article discussing Lebanon's bid for independence from Syria, U.S. foreign policy and the implications for other autocratic regimes in the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-02
China's Search for Stability With America
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page essay examining the mutual self-interest involved in the maintenance and development of good relations between China and the U.S.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-08-24
Time to Talk: The Case for Diplomatic Solutions on Iran
Crisis Action
A 24-page briefing paper urging a rigorous pursuit of diplomatic solutions to the Iranian nuclear issue
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-07
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Annapolis and After
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing analyzing the difficulties surrounding Annapolis and the opportunities presented
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-11-20
Bolivia's Rocky Road to Reforms
Crisis Group
A 42-page report calling on the international community, and the EU in particular, to assist the new Bolivian government in addressing its major challenges
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-04
Zimbabwe’s Sanctions Standoff
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing describes the need for a nuanced approach to Zinbabwe's sanctions distinguishing the various measures imposed by the EU, U.S. and other Western states
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-06
China’s Myanmar Dilemma
Crisis Group
This 51-page report examines Chinese national and provincial policy towards Myanmar and its implications for international approaches toward the country
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-24
Central Asia: What Role for the European Union?
Crisis Group
A 43-page report urging the EU to adapt its policies towards Central Asia so as to make a more positiive impact on the region
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-04-12
Political Murder in Central Asia: No Time to End Uzbekistan's Isolation
Crisis Group
A 12-page update briefing on the Saipov affair and its consequences
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-27
Lebanon: Managing the Gathering Storm
Crisis Group
A 38-page report describing the steps that international and domestic actors should take to help sustain Lebanon's fragile stability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-07
Engaging Syria? U.S. Constraints and Opportunities
Crisis Group
This 38-page report on the prospects for US-Syrian engagement focuses on the need for a prudent, progressive approach that first rebuilds ties and restores confidence
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-12
South Korea's Election: What to Expect from President Lee
Crisis Group
An 8-page brief analyzing the anticipated impact of President Lee's election on Seoul's sensitive relations with Noth Korea and the US
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-21
Turkey and Iraqi Kurds: Conflict or Cooperation?
Crisis Group
This 33-page report studies the contrasts in Turkey's recent policy towards the Kurds
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-13
Georgia-Russia: Learn to Live Like Neighbours
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines the continuing strains and recommends that Georgia and Russia engage in direct dialogue and de-escalate allegations about the other’s involvement in terrorism
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-08-11
Engaging Syria? Lessons from the French Experience
Crisis Group
A 16-page policy briefing drawing practical lessons based on France's attempts to engage Syria, while offering creative ideas as to how Paris may consolidate what remains a still tenuous initiative.
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-20
Iran:Ahmadi-Nejad
Crisis Group
This 28-page briefing assesses Ahamadi-Nejad's domestic problems, and the implications for Washington's policy posture towards Iran
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-07
U.S.-Iranian Engagement: The View from Tehran
Crisis Group
This 28-page briefing examines prospects for rapprochement based on interviews with Iranian officials and analysts
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-06-05
Restarting Israel-Syria Negotiations
Crisis Group
This 45-page report examines prospects for renewing diplomacy between Israel and Syria
Foreign Policy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-04-21
North Korea-Russia Relations: A Strained Friendship
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines the bilateral relations between Moscow and Pyongyang
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-04
North Korea's Nuclear Test: The Fallout
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing examining the North Korea nuclear standoff ibn the light of the events of October 2006
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-13
Iran: What Does Ahmadi-Nejad's Victory Mean?
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the likely foreign policy implications of the new presidency of Iran.
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-08-07
Can the Somali Crisis be Contained?
Crisis Group
This 36-page report calls for co-ordinated mediation in Somalia to head off a war that could spread beyond Somalia's borders
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-10
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
Georgia-South Ossetia: Refugee Return the Path to Peace
Crisis Group
A 20-page policy briefing recommending steps that Georgia needs to take to avoid another war with Ossetia
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-04-20
China and North Korea: Comrades Forever?
Crisis Group
A 42-page report interpreting China's policy towards North Korea and its nuclear ambitions
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-04
Myanmar's Post-election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page report argues the international community should seize the opportunity to encourage greater openness and reform in Myanmar
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-10
The Cyprus Stalemate: What Next?
Crisis Group
This 40-page report considers the best way to restart the reunification process in Cyprus
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-03-10
China’s Growing Role in UN Peacekeeping
Crisis Group
This 48-page report examines China’s increasing role in UN peacekeeping, taking into account the advantages its participation represents
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-04-26
North Korea: Getting Back to Talks
Crisis Group
This 33-page policy report examines the international community’s options in the wake of the test and the UNSC resolution
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-06-23
The Iran Nuclear Issue: The View from Beijing
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines China’s perspective on the nuclear impasse, including why it is so hesitant to support further sanctions and insists that more diplomacy is the key to a peaceful solution
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-02-22
After North Korea's Missile Launch: Are the Nuclear Talks Dead?
Crisis Group
A 16-page briefing paper calling on the US to engage bilaterally with North Korea to avoid further escalation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-09
Kosovo: The Challenge of Transition
Crisis Group
A 43-page report outlining what the international community must do to create a stable Kosovo
Foreign Policy, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-02-17
Georgia-Russia: Still Insecure and Dangerous
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing examines the Georgia-Russian situation ten months after the August 2008 war and finds deep cause for concern
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-06-22
Ethiopia and Eritrea: Preventing War
Crisis Group
This 27-page report urges the principal international actors to re-engage so as to prevent a new war between Ethiopia and Eritrea
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-24
Iran in Iraq: How Much Influence?
Crisis Group
This 36-page report analyzes Iran's objectives and influence in Iraq and offers policy recommendations to the U.S. Administration
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-22
Myanmar’s Post-Election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines the opportunities offered by the generational and political transitions under way following the elections, and encourages Western governments to urgently adopt a new approach towards the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-07
Russia vs. Georgia: The Fallout
Crisis Group
This 49-page report describes how the Russia-Georgia conflict has transformed contemporary geopolitics
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-28
Somalia: To Move Beyond the Failed State
Crisis Group
This 45-page report argues that the announced withdrawal at year’s end of the Ethiopian army, which intervened in December 2006, opens a new period of uncertainty and risk but also provides a chance to launch an inclusive political process.
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-24
The United States and Turkey: Can They Agree to Disagree?
Crown Center for Middle East Studies
This 8-page US policy brief evaluates US-Turkish relations by placing the recent tensions in a larger historical context and assesses various points of convergence and divergence in this relationship today
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-12-13
Japan's Nuclear Future: Policy Debate, Prospects and U.S. Interests
CRS
This 16-page US report examines the prospects for Japan pursuing a nuclear weapons capability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-28