Foreign Policy
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
Double Win in EU-Russia Relations – Roadmap for a New PCA
CAP
A 4-page German policy paper arguing that the EU as well as Russia should now avail the opportunity to agree on a new Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (PCA) in order to set a new legal framework for their cooperation
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-02
Foreign Policy Challenges for the New Administration
FPRI
A US essay on the foreign policy challenges that will face the incoming US administration
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-28
Nuclear Weapons and Deterrence in the 21st Century
CEIP
The 16-page transcript of a speech surveying issues surrounding nuclear deterrence by the US Secretary of Defense
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-28
A Conversation with Dmitry Medvedev
CFR
The transcript of a speech by the Russian president to a US audience, focusing on US-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-25
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
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
The NATO - Russia Relationship: Defining Moment or Deja Vu?
IFRI, CSIS
This 21-page report examines the origins of the NATO-Russian relationship, the roots of resentment, how the two sides sometimes found ways to work through previous crises, and why this often trying and unnatural relationship remains essential.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-21
Transatlantic Relations 2009: European Expectations for the Post-Bush Era
EPIN
Based on surveys conducted in 15 memberstates and of the European Union as a whole, this 23-page paper explores what the EU and its individual member states expect from the United States in the post-Bush era.
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-21
Ukraine’s Political Crisis: The Domestic and Foreign Policy Implications of the Georgia Conflict
Chatham House
An 8-page summary of a UK roundtable held to discuss Ukraine's political crisis
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-19
A Tribal Strategy for Afghanistan
CFR
A US article discussing the merits of adopting a tribal strategy for Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-16
Between Isolation and Internationalization:The State of Burma, Conference Report
SIIA
The 177-page report of a Swedish conference held to discuss available policy options for engaging the military junta in Burma, the role of Burma's big neighbours (including China, India, and the ASEAN countries), and future prospects for a democratic transition in Burma
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-14
Syria’s Historic Decision to Establish Diplomatic Relations with Lebanon and an Analysis of its Implications
IICC
A 14-page Israeli analysis of the recent establishment of diplomatic relations between Syria and Lebanon
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-14
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
Turkey in the Security Council: Goals and Dilemmas
INSS
An Israeli commentary on Turkey's mediating role in the regions adjoining it
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-11
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 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
US Foreign Policy and Transatlantic Security Relations after the Elections
SWP
This 8-page German commentary on the future of transatlantic security relations concludes that considerable continuity in US foreign policy rather than a fundamental shift is the more likely outcome of the upcoming change in the White House.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-08
Integrating Instruments of Power and Influence: Lessons Learned and Best Practices
Rand Corporation, Stimson Center
This report takes a broad view of how the U.S. is prepared and organized to engage with weak and failing states and specifically offers recommendations that shape the boundaries between the civilian and military role in U.S. operations overseas
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-08
Bahrain: Reform, Security and U.S. Policy
CRS
An updated 6-page report on US-Bahrain relations and interests
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-07
Jordan: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 28-page updated report provides an overview of Jordanian politics and current issues in U.S.-Jordanian relations.
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-07
The Weak, the Bad and the Ugly: Policy Options in Afghanistan
Brookings Institution
A US analysis of the options open to the West in dealing with Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-06
Can a Nuclear Iran be Deterred or Contained?
AEI
A US article calling for a clear strategy to deter Iran from its nuclear ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-06
The United States, Israel and Iran
ACA
A US article considering the strategic implications of Iranian nuclear developments ant threats to Israel
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-05
The Georgia Crisis and Continuing Democratic Erosion in Europe/Eurasia
FPRI
A US article asserting that the Georgia cris is a manifestation of longer-term trends underlying the erosion of democracy and Western influence in the post-communist region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-11-04
The Return of Imperial Russia: Russia and its Neighbours
ACDIS
This 29-page US occasional paper analyzes Russia's efforts to establish primacy over its neighbours
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-31
Nuclear Iran: India Has Made Its Choice
BASIC
A paper explaining India's stance vis-a-vis Iran's nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-31
Turkey's Middle East Policies: Between Neo-Ottomanism and Kemalism
CEIP
A 36-page US paper explaining the two conflicting drivers of Turkey's new activism in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-31
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
Russian-Chinese Relations Through the Lens of the SCO
IFRI
This 22-page French paper considers the relevance of the SCO to Russian-Chinese relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-29
Redefining U.S. Interests in the Middle East
FPRI
An article endeavouring to define how US interests in the Middle East have changed since the ending of the Cold War
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-26
The Next Chapter: The United States and Pakistan
USIP
The 54-page report of a working group offering recommendations to the next US administration for its policy towards Pakistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-23
Turkish-Syrian Relations: The Erdogan Legacy
SETA
An 8-page Turkish article describing the improvement in Turkish-Syrian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-23
U.S.-Russia Relations in the Aftermath of the Georgia Crisis
FSI
An 8-page US House testimony on the implications of the Georgia crisis for US-Russia relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-22
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
Six Perspectives on the Georgia Conflict
Chatham House
Six UK briefing notes offering analysis and insight into th conflict in Georgia (single page linking to each paper)
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-21
Russian Arms Sales: The Other Story Behind Somalia's Piracy
RSIS
A 3-page Singaporean commentary on the issues raised by Russian arms sales
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-21
Has the United States Poisoned Democracy?
CEIP
An article examining whether the association of democracy promotion with US foreign policy has made democracy less popular in the Arab world
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-15
For a More Progressive Transatlantic Agenda
FRIDE
A 7-page Spanish paper urging the EU and US to adopt a more progressive, engaged agensda
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-07
EU Foreign Policy Perspectives: A Call for the Revival of the Weimar Triangle
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing for closer foreign and security policy coordination between Germany, Poland and France
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-07
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
Iran's Activities and Influence in Iraq
CRS
A US report reviewing Iran's activities in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-06
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
The Sustainability of Russia's Resurgence
FIIA
A 6-page Finnish paper analyzing the sustainability of Russia's resurgence
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-06
A "Third Neighbour" Strategy for Asia
AEI
A US essay proposing a new foreign policy strategy for the US to adopt towards Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-05
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
U.S.-U.N. Relationship: 2009 and Beyond
Brookings Institution
A US article discussing the policy that the next administration may adopt towars the UN
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-02
Russian-Chinese Relations Through the Lens of the SCO
IFRI
This 32-page French paper studies the role of the SCO in improving relations between Russia and China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-02
Fragile Situations: Background Papers
DIIS
This 56-page Danish report discusses four central issues in the context of fragile states
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-25
Behind the Crisis in the Caucasus
INSS
An Israeli article analyzing the background to the crisis in the Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-23
Cross-Strait Relations: First the Easy Steps, Then the Difficult Ones
Hoover Institution
This 31-page essay deals with recent developments in cross-strait relations between China and Taiwan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-09
Turkish-Armenian Relations: Will Football Diplomacy Work?
SETA
A 7-page Turkish policy brief on improving relations between Turkey and Armenia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-08
Russia and the West: The Energy Factor
IFRI, CSIS
A 25-page paper posing alternate scenarios for future energy relations between Russia and the West
Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-08
Turkey Discovers Africa: Implications and Prospects
SETA
An 8-page Turkish policy brief examining Turkey's developing relations with Africa
Foreign Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-09-06
Ahmedinejad's Visit to Turkey
SETA
This 7-page Turkish policy brief deals with the August 2008 visit to Turkey by the Iranian president, in the context of relations between Turkey and Iran
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-06
Pakistan after Musharraf: Trouble and Opportunity
CSIS
A 2-page article examining future prospects for Pakistan and suggesting directions for US policy towards the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-05
The Middle East: Evolution of a Broken Regional Order
CEIP
This 28-page US paper identifies patterns and trends in the dynamic history between the countries of the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-05
Engaging Pakistan: Getting the Balance Right
CEIP
This 8-page US policy brief proposes a strategy for the US to pursue in respect of Pakistan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-09-05
Comparing Global Influence
CRS
This 175-page US report compares China's and US diplomacy, foreign aid, trade and investment in the developing world
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-04
Egypt: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 31-page updated report provides an overview of Egyptian politics and current issues in US-Egyptian relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-09-04
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
"The Russians Moved Because They Know That You Are Weak"
Brookings Institution
An assessment of US policy towards Russia in the light of the invasion of Georgia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-27
China-Russia Relations: Strategic Parallelism without Partnership or Passion?
SSI
This 172-page US monograph assesses security relations between China and Russia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-23
What is to be Done?
AEI
A US essay commenting on the Western response to the Russian invasion of Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-18
U.S.-Russia Relations, Facing Reality Pragmatically
IFRI, CSIS
A 19-page report analyzing the prerquisites for improving U.S.-Russia relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-14
The Right Way to Engage China
"Foreign Affairs"
This US essay argues for the further integration of China into the global economic system
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-10
Union for the Mediterranean: Building on the Barcelona Acquis
ISS
A 32-page report evaluating the challenges facing the Mediterranean and the EU's policy towards the region
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-10
The New Arab Diplomacy: Not With the U.S. and Not Against the U.S.
CEIP
A 24-page US paper explaining why Arab countries are undertaking diplomatic initiatives that are contrary to US policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-01
The Middle East: Evolution of a Broken Regional Order
CEIP
This 28-page US paper identifies patterns and trends in the dynamic history between the countries of the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-08-01
Distrust But Verify
AEI
A US article commenting on the recent nuclear negotiations between the US and North Korea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-29
Iran's Political, Demographic and Economic Vulnerabilities
Rand Corporation
A 156-page US assessment of trends and vulnerabilites within Iran
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-26
Syria, Israel and the Peace Process: What Can be Learned from the Paris Summit?
INSS
An Israeli article on the implications of the Mediterranean Union summit for Syria, Israel and the Peace Process
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-25
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
China and Vietnam: "Friendly Neighbours" to "Comprehensive Partners"
RSIS
A 3-page Singaporean commentary on Sino-Vietnamese relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-15
The Asian Challenge Revisited
RSIS
A 9-page Singaporean paper considering whether the international balannce of power is moving from the US to Asia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-15
Should India Continue its Present Course in Afghanistan?
IDSA
An Indian commentary on how India should react to the recent attack on its embassy in Kabul
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-14
Europe and the Mediterranean: Eyeing Other Shores
Chatham House
A 3-page UK article arguing that Pres. Sarkozy's scheme for a Union for the Mediterranean is flawed
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-13
Mediterranean Summit: Between French Hopes and Arab Realities
Arab Reform Bulletin
An article quereying the practicability of a Union for the Mediterranean
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-09
Injecting More Differentiation in European Neighbourhood Policy
IFRI
This 25-page French paper urges the EU to recognise the European aspirations of countries such as Ukraine
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-08
EU-Russia Relations: Toward a Way Out of Depression
IFRI, CSIS
This 23-page report aims to shed light on the current disagreements between the EU and Russia to find a way out of the current depression
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-04
Elections in the Republic of Korea: Foreign Policy Alternatives Under New Leadership
FPRI
A US essay assessing the future direction of US-South Korean relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-03
US Foreign Policy and Regime Instability
SSI
This 72-page US monograph analyzes the extent to which conflict and terrorism in other countries are influenced by their military and foreign policy relationships with the US
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-03
No Need for Another Asia-Pacific Multilateral Institution
Clingendael
A 2-page Dutch commentary considering the proposal for an Asia-Pacific Union
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-07-02
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
Turkey and Northern Iraq on the Course of Rapprochement
SETA
A 9-page Turkish policy brief tracing recent developments in Turkish policy towards Northern Iraq
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-01
American and European Relations with China
SWP
The 144-page report of an international confernece held to discuss transatlantic approaches to relations with China
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-30
Creating the European External Action Service
SWP
This 8-page German commentary sets out preconditions for a successful EEAS
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-30
A Partnership of Equals
"Foreign Affairs"
A 5-page US essay suggesting that the US should offer to share global leadership with China
Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-29
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
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
Elections, Political Transitions and Foreign Policy in East Asia
FPRI
Report of a US conference examining the impact of elections and political transitions on foreign policy in East Asia
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24
"Eastern Partnership": Opening a New Chapter of Polish Eastern Policy and the European Neighbourhood Policy
ISP
A Polish paper presenting a Polish-Swedish initiative within the European Neighbourhood Policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-24
U.S. Foreign Assistamce: Reform to Lead in the 21st Century
Brookings Institution
An article urging a reform of US foreign aid
International Development, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-24
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
Arbitration on the Syrian Border
INSS
An Israeli policy brief advocating arbitration as a method of settling the Israeli-Syrian border dispute
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-21
The Middle East Strategic Balance 2007-2008
INSS
Ten essays on Israel's current strategic environment (single page linking to each essay)
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-21
Dealing with Damascus
CFR
A 48-page US paper analyzing US policy towards Syria
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-21
The China-North Korea Relationship
CFR
A US backgrounder explaining the basis of China's support for the North Korean regime
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-21
After the Taiwan Election: Restoring Dialogue while Reserving Options
Hoover Institution
A 28-page US analysis of the implications of the recent presidential election in Taiwan for future cross-strait relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-20
Asian Regionalism, Strategic Evolution and U.S. Policy in Asia
Brookings Institution
This 32-page US paper examines the momentum towards Asian regionalism
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-18