Foreign Policy
China’s Assertive Behavior--Part Four: The Role of the Military in Foreign Crises
Hoover Institution
A 14-page US essay focusing on the Chinese military’s role in leadership decision making and lower-level implementation with regard to political-military crises with foreign powers
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-05-02
Cross-Strait Relations: "Ascend the Heights and Take a Long-term Perspective"
Hoover Institution
A 46-page paper analyzing recent developments in P~RC-Taiwan relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-12
China's Stubborn Anti-Democracy
Hoover Institution
A US article assesses the rate of democratization in China
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-27
PRC-Taiwan-United States: A Confederacy of Skeptics
Hoover Institution
A 25-page US essay on recent developments in Taiwan-PRC relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-12
Election 2008 and the Future of Cross-Strait Relations
Hoover Institution
This 29-page US essay considers how Taiwan's 2008 presidential election is likely to affect cross-strait relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-17
China’s Assertive Behavior—Part Two: The Maritime Periphery
Hoover Institution
This 29-page US essay examines Chinese statements and actions with regard to China’s entire maritime periphery, from the Yellow Sea to the South China Sea, with regard to both disputed and undisputed maritime territories
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-23
Beijing’s Tightrope Walk on Iran
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines China’s interests and policies toward Iran, especially as they affect the United States. It then takes a close look at the lines of apparent debate within China on the Iran nuclear issue and Chinese policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-06-28
With Hu in Charge, Jiang's at Ease
Hoover Institution
A 10-page article on the implications of the replacement of Jiang Zemin by Hu Jintau as China's highest military leader
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-03
What To Do About Russia
Hoover Institution
An article proposing the outline for a U.S. policy towards Russia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-10-17
The "Soft War" for Europe's East: Russia and the West Square Off
Hoover Institution
This article asserts that Russia and the West are engaged in a "soft War" over influence, alignment and values
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-13
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
The Taiwan Tangle
Hoover Institution
A 28-page US essay assessing the impact of recent issues involving President Chen on the complex relationship betwen Washington, Beijing and Taipei
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-10
An Orienting Principle for Foreign Policy
Hoover Institution
This US essay studies the deficiencies of “Grand Strategy”
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-01
Democratic Partnership in Asia
Hoover Institution
A US essay considering the future role of the US in Asia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-01
Cross-Strait Relations: First the Easy, Now the Hard
Hoover Institution
A 34-page US paper on PRC-Taiwan-US policy on cross-Strait relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-10
World War IV as Fourth-Generation Warfare
Hoover Institution
This paper attempts to define a common conceptual basis for a U.S. defence strategy with the aim of improving interagency coordination
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-21
Perceptions of an Assertive China
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines the features of the discussion in the West, and among many Chinese, regarding the notion of a more assertive China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
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
China’s North Korea Dilemma
Hoover Institution
This 27-page article identifies the most salient elements of change and continuity in China's approach to North Korea in order to gain a more precise understanding of the range of interests, assumptions, fears, and hopes that will most likely influence the PRC leadership's future behavior
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-23
The Black Sea and the Frontiers of Freedom
Hoover Institution
An article arguing that the wider Black Sea region represents a potential threat to North America and Europe, which lack a coherent strategy towards the region
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-06-17
Have Old Problems Trumped New Thinking? China's Security Relations with Taiwan, North Korea and Japan
Hoover Institution
A 10-page U.S. commentary on Chaina's foreign policy towards Taiwan, North Korea and Japan
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-07-05
Of Power and Providence
Hoover Institution
This paper uses a historical perspective to explain the changing relationship between the United States and the European Union
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-21
China and the “AfPak” Issue
Hoover Institution
This 22-page US essay examines the interests and motives, specific policies actual and potential influence, and possible future orientation and behavior of the Chinese leadership in respect of the US Afpak strategy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-22
The Rise and Descent of "Peaceful Rise"
Hoover Institution
A 10-page U.S. commentary on the current status of the "peaceful rise" theory as a principle of Chinese foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-20
Taiwan: All Politics, All the Time
Hoover Institution
A 31-page paper on the influence of domestic Taiwanese politics on the U.S.-Taiwan-PRC triangular relationship
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-11
Anticipation is Making Me Wait: The "Inevitability of War" and Deadlines in Cross-Strait Relations
Hoover Institution
A 12-page essay on the prospects for a military crisis between China and Taiwan in the next four years
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-09-20
China's Quest for Asia
Hoover Institution
A U.S. article discussing China's increasing significance as a strategic power in Asia
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-12-03
Making Democracy Stick
Hoover Institution
A U.S. article examining the difficulties facing democracy promotion
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-03
Turkey and the Arab Spring
Henry Jackson Society
A 15-page US briefing asking whether Turkey's “zero problems” policy is still relevant or workable
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-16
High Politics in the ‘Grand Area’
Group on Grand Strategy
A 9-page article considering whether Europeans have global impact in a multipolar age
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-01-13
Turkey, the NATO Summit, and After
GMFUS
This 4-page policy brief explains that the Lisbon NATO summit experience suggests that some aspects of Turkish foreign policy remain cautious and traditional, and the NATO connection still matters
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-12-13
Turkey's Travails: Outlook and Strategic Consequences
GMF
This 4-page policy brief examines the possible implications of Turkey's current political crisis for Turkey's society and its foreign policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Next Steps in Forging a Euroatlantic Strategy for the Wider Black Sea
GMF
This 262-page book offers essays proposing the possible shape of a more ambitious and forward-leaning strategy for the Black Sea
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-02
Why the Obama Administration Should Not Take Central and Eastern Europe for Granted
GMF
A 4-page policy brief on the strategic importance of Central and Eastern Europe
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-07-19
Decoding the Erdogan Visit
GMF
A 3-page analysis of current US-Turkish relations
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-11
Kurdish Opening: Onto the Second Round
GMF
A 4-page US analysis on recent developments in relations between Turkey and the Iraqi Kurds
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-11
Syria's Triumph in Lebanon: Au Revoir, Les Ententes
Gloria Center
This 21-page Israeli article describes how, since the ignominious withdrawal of Syrian forces from Lebanon in 2005, Damascus has managed to regain dominion over the country by exploiting its adversaries' conflicting interests and weak resolve
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-24
Turkey and the Gulf States in the 21st Century
GLORIA Center
This 9-page Israeli article argues that Turkey's improved relations with the Gulf states in recent years reflect Ankara's refusal to allow Washington to use its territory to invade Iraq in 2003, Turkey's promotion of regional trade, and the decline of traditional Cold War security alliances in the Middle East
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-12
Building Regional Peace: Iraq and the Kurds
Gloria Center
This 8-page Israeli article discusses Israeli-Iraqi relations in the post-Saddam era, arguing that Iraq has distanced itself from its traditional radicalism and adopted a more pragmatic and moderate posture
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-20
Saudi Arabia and the New Strategic Landscape
GLORIA Center
A 7-page Israeli article on the stance of Saudi Arabia in the new Middle Eastern strategic landscape dominated by U.S.-Iranian confrontation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-12
Turkish Regime Changes Sides, West Averts Eyes
Gloria Center
An Israeli commentary on the breakdown of Israel-Turkey relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-08
China, Iran and North Korea: A Triangular Strategic Alliance
GLORIA Center
This 17-page Israeli paper explores the triangular strategic alliance between China, Iran, and North Korea and the attendant negative spill-over that poses a threat to East Asia and Middle East regional stability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-11
US-Asia Relations after the Crisis
Global Brief
An article arguing that the new balance of relationships between the US and Asia will shape, for better or worse, the coming years not only for Asians and Americans but, in tandem, for the post-crisis world
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-11-26
The Anatomy of Turkish-Russian Relations
German Marshall Fund of the United States
A 20-page Turkish essay on Turkey's past, present and future relations with Russia
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-08
Merkel's Fuzzy Foreign Policy Agenda
German Marshall Fund of the United States
A 5-page assessment of the likely nature of Germany's foreign policy under Chancellor Merkel
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-14
Diversity as a Foreign Policy Asset
German Marshall Fund of the United States
This 31-page paper urges Europe to follow the US example and ensure that demographic changes are reflected in the makeup of governments, foreign policy and foreign services
Foreign Policy, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2006-07-07
The Financing of the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy
German Institute of International and Security Affairs
A 7-page commentary on the adequacy and control of the EU's external policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-07-07
Poland and the East
German Institute of International and Security Affairs
An 8-page German commentary discussing Poland's relations with Russia, Belarus and Ukraine in the context of European Eastern Policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-06-26
Power Changes Hands in Warsaw, Change of Course in Foreign Policy?
German Institute for Security and International Affairs
This 8-page German paper examines whether the recent change of government in Poland presages a change in its foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-01-09
Iran Before the Security Council? German Perspectives and Goals
German Institute for International Politics and Security
This 4-page essay outlines the German standpoint on the Iranian nuclear crisis
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-14
America's "Greater Middle East" and Europe: Key issues for the Transatlantic Dialogue
German Institute for International Politics and Security
An 8-page commentary on the US Greater Middle East Initiative from the German and European standpoints
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-06
The "Strategy of Freedom" in the Middle East: The Rhetoric and Reality of US Policy
German Institute for International Politics and Security
This 8-page commentary examines the "Strategy of Freedom" policy for the Middle East announced by the US government
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-06
In the Aftermath of the Palestinian Parliamentary Elections: How to Deal with Hamas?
German Institute for International Politics and Security
A 4-page German essay discussing how the EU should deal with a politically-empowered Hamas
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-14
Unrest in Turkey's Kurdish Region
German Institute for International Politics and Security
An 8-page German commentary on recent unrest in Kurdish Turkey, calling for a dialogue between Turkey and the EU on Turkey's long-term Kurdish policy
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-05-11
China Ends in Hong Kong: Will Peking Abrogate Self-Government?
German Institute for International Politics and Security
This 4-page commentary considers the intentions of the PRC towards Hong Kong
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-22
Burma: Ways out of Isolation
German Institute for International and Security Studies
This 3-page commentary reviews the history of Burma's isolation since 1988 and offers proposals aimed at bringing the country back into the international community
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-01-29
Anti-terror reforms: A snapshot of the situation in Saudi Arabia
German Institute for International and Security Studies
This 8-page commentary examines the current political situation in Saudi Arabia, covering extreme Islamist groups, the need for structural and policy changes, relations with the U.S. and the internal balance of power
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-01-29
The "Strategy of Freedom" in the Middle East
German Institute for International and Security Studies
This 8-page commentary examines U.S. President Bush's new commitment to promoting democracy in the Middle East
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-01-28
A "Roadmap" for Kashmir
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary on the prospects for rapprochement between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir dispute
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-13
U.S. Policy Towards Iran: Developments, Options and Scenarios
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page paper examining U.S. policy towards Iran from a German/European perspective
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-14
Indo-Pakistan Relations: Problems and Prospects for a Sustained Rapprochement
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary on the prospects for a lasting settlement of the Kashmir dispute
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-11-05
An Escalation of Violence in the Caucasus, Hardening in Russia
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page commentary on instability in the Caucasian region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-11-05
Russia's Iran Policy: Global and Regional Objectives, Political and Economic Interests
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 4-page German commentary analyzes Russia's policy motivations in respect of Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-03-22
Russia's Iran Policy
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on Russia's Iran policy, examining whether it is congruent with Western interests
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-04-18
Counterfeit, Drugs and Human Rights: Six Parties at an Impasse?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on the decision by the Bush administration to address Pyongyang's criminal activities and human rights violations, and its potential to cause a crisis in the Six Party Talks
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-01-09
Kiev's EU Ambitions
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 5-page German commentary assessing the new Ukrainian government's policy towards EU membership
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-04-14
France's Africa Policy at a Turning Point
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary on France's restructuring of its security policy in sub-Saharan Africa
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-11-08
Colombia: Security as the Road to Peace?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page commentary discussing the role of Europe and the international community in the Colombian conflict
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-25
The European Union and Iraq
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary urging the E.U. and its member states to support Iraq's efforts towards independence
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-25
The New Gap Between Iran and the West
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 9-page commentary on the political implications of the outcome of Iran's presidential election
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-08-25
USA-India: New Security and Defense Relations?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary analyzing developments in the American-Indian security relationship
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-25
Canada's Foreign Policy Dilemmas
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 14-page German research paper urging a more prominent role for Canada in Europe's Atlantic Policy
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-08-25
Sanctions Against Iran: Options, Problems, Perspectives
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on possible sanctions scenarios if the Iranian uranium enrichment impasse remains unresolved
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-13
The Georgian Knot: The Crisis in South Ossetia in the Context of Georgian-Russian Relations
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page German paper focusing on the South Ossetia crisis and its impact on Georgian-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-10-08
Will China Split Taiwan?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page commentary on China's "Anti-Seccesion Law" and its possible impact on Taiwan's political landscape
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-05-13
"Silence for Gas"? Germany's Dependence on Russian Energy
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 4-page German commentary on the extent to which German imports of oil and natural gas from Russia serve to inhibit German foreign policy
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-10-08
Democracy in Crisis in Latin America
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page German commentary on the dissolution of the institutional foundations of democracy currently taking place in Latin America
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-06-26
The Religious Right in the United States: The Base of the Bush Administration?
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
A 34-page research paper assessing the political clout of the Religious Right in the U.S. Administration, with special reference to foreign policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-04
The European External Action Service: Elements of a Three Phase Plan
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 8-page commentary proposes a three phase plan for constructing and instrumentalizing the EEAS, the E.U's new "Foreign Office"
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-04
A New President in Northern Cyprus
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
An 8-page paper on the Cyprus question, concluding that the change in the presidency of Northern Cyprus will not end the impasse
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2005-05-13
Transatlantic Power, Legitimacy and Credibility
German Council on Foreign Relations
A paper analysing the causes of the schism between Europe and the U.S. over the Iraq crisis and proposals for "mending fences"
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-03-14
Lurching Back Together
German Council on Foreign Relations
This paper discusses how the U.S. and Europe are stumbling towards a post-Iraq rapprochement, with consensus about the need to transform NATO and modernize the "greater Middle East"
Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-03-14
EU at 25 - Shaping the Future
German Council on Foreign Relations
An analysis of the future of the European Union in terms of its structure and its place as a world power
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-06-18
Policy Options for German Future Government
German Council on Foreign Relations
An 8-page bulletin containing articles dealing with German-Russian relations, demographic challenges facing the two countries, and the situation in the Ukraine
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-11-08
The United States, Germany and Europe: Building a Global Agenda
German Council on Foreign Relations
A special issue of 17 articles covering different aspects of US/German/European relations (single page linking to each article)
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-14
Semi-Victory in the Balkans: The Success of European Soft Power in the Region
German Council on Foreign Relations
This 7-page article describes the contribution made by European soft power to the improvement of governance in the Balkans
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-08
Strategic Neighbourhood: E.U.-Europe verus E.U.-East
German Council on Foreign Relations
A 6-page paper examining the prospects for unity between the E.U. and Russia
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-10-07
Engaging Foreign Audiences
GAO
A 48-page US report on the State Department's outreach platforms overseas, the challenges and opportunities related to these platforms, a review State’s plans for these platforms, and assess the extent to which State has evaluated these platforms.
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-21
The United States and Burma: Troubled Past, Uncertain Future
Future Directions International
This 7-page Australian paper percieves the beginnings of a more co-operative bilateral relationship between the US and Burma, but considers that this rapprochement could easily be derailed
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-03-26
Allies and American Security
FSI-Stanford, SSI
This 49-page monograph argues that alliances are of growing importance to the US for maintaining national security
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-12-13
U.S.-European Relations After the Iraq War: An American Perspective
FSI Stanford
The 8-page transcript of a talk focusing on critical relations between Europe and the US, extending beyond the current Washington administration
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-12
The Case for Alliances
FSI Stanford
A 6-page US article examining The United States' need for strategic alliances
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-08
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
Challenges for European Foreign Policy in 2011. After the Crisis
FRIDE
This 51-page Spanish paper looks forward and presents the ten most important challenges for the EU in 2011
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-12
Why Does Spain not Have a Policy for Latin America?
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that since the region is not a priority for the EU, Latin America offers an excellent platform for Spain to develop an independent policy and influence the European agenda
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-02-07
How Will the Financial Crisis Affect EU Foreign Policy?
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief examines whether the global financial crisis will affect the EU's broader foreign policies - and if so, how.
European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-12-05
The Gulf in the New World Order: A Forgotten Emerging Power?
FRIDE
This 24-page Spanish working paper studies whether indicators in the states of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) may or may not merit this region also being included in discussions of new emerging powers
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-22
The Case for a New European Engagement in Iraq
FRIDE
This 28-page Spanish paper argues that the EU should respond favourably to requests from the government in Baghdad for a technical assistance mission to be dispatched to Iraq and lists a series of recommendations on how the EU can improve its bi-lateral relations
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-09
Making EU Strategic Partnerships Effective
FRIDE
This 28-page working paper offers a framework to help develop a more effective and coherent approach to EU strategic partnerships
Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-16
The International Arena and Emerging Powers: Stabilising or Destabilising Forces?
FRIDE
This 16-page Spanish presentation focuses on the changing international system
Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-05-15