Policy pointers

A 68-page policy paper tracing the role of the North Caucasus in Russian history and offering recommendations for urgent shifts in policy towards the region by Russia and the EU

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-16

Russian-American Security Cooperation after St. Petersburg

SSI

A 65-page monograph assessing progress in US-Russian security cooperation, and prospects for further progress

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-16

Is Iran Facing an Economic Crisis?

USIP

A US briefing assessing Iran's macroeconomic performance

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-16

Three Questions the EU Must Ask Russia

CER

An 11-page briefing note urging the EU to focus, in its negotiations with Russia, on urgent issues rather than on political reform in Russia

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-05-17

Scenarios for Third Party Intervention in Israel/Palestine

TESEV

Report of a conference held in Istanbul to discuss possible scenarios for third party intervention in the Israel/Palestine dispute

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-17

The Iraq Study Group Absurdity and Iran

CSIS

A 3-page commentary on the findings and recommendations of the Iraq Study Group

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-24

Turkmenistan in Transition: A Window for EU Engagement

CEPS

A 122-page brief outlining the opportunities for the EU to engage with Turkmenistan

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-24

Political Islam in Egypt

CEPS

A 20-page working paper examining changes in Egyptian political Islam and considering possible democratic models for Egypt

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-05-25

The Opacity of Russian-Ukrainian Energy Relations

IFRI

A 20-page French paper examining the energy issues at the heart of Russian-Ukrainian relations

Foreign Policy, EnergyPosted: 2007-06-01

Europe and America's Debate about Foreign Policy

CER

A European commentary on how US and European foreign policy are likely to interrelate in the future

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-01

The Truth About Syria

FPRI

A US article discussing the futility of negotiating with Syria

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-14

Russia's Wrong Direction: What the United States Can and Should Do

CFR

A 104-page US report on the current state of US-Russian relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-15

U.S.-European Relations and the 2007 Summit

CRS

A 6-page US report evaluating the results of the US-EU summit of April 30, 2007

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-06-19

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

Islamist Opposition Parties and the Potential for EU Engagement

FIIA

This 108-page Finnish report considers whether and how the EU should engage with Islamist groups

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-20

The Burden of "Non-Interference"

FIIA

A 5-page commentary on China's involvement in Sudan and its declared policy of non-interference in the domestic affairs of other countries

Foreign Policy, Internal DisplacementPosted: 2007-06-20

To Palestine, via "Mecca" and "Beirut"

FRIDE

This 6-page paper examines the possibility of engaging Hamas in a constructive approach towards a Palestine settlement

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-21

Sanctions in International Relations

SWP

This 17-page German paper examines the current state of research into the use of sanctions in international relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-21

Strong Society, Weak State

Hoover Institution

A US essay arguing that in dealing with a weak state, foreign policymakers should attempt to influence societies and cultures

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-21

General Trends, Global Futures and U.S.-Pakistan Relations

CCC

A 5-page article placing U.S.-Pakistan relations in the context of geopolitical trends

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-26

North Korean Nuclear Issues and the Role of Parliamentary Diplomacy

Parliamentary Library - Australia

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

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

China and India: Cooperation and Competition

Chatham House

An 11-page paper outlining the complex relationship between India and China

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-29

Changing Realities in the Region

Regional Centre on Conflict Prevention

A 6-page policy paper dealing with recent developments in the Middle East

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

The De-escalation of the Spratly Dispute in Sino-Southeast Asian Relations

RSIS

This 30-page Singaporean working paper identifies signs of a de-escalation of the Spratly dispute

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-29

Should Democracy be Promoted or Demoted?

Stanley Foundation

A 16-page US paper arguing for a continued US effort to promote democracy

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-06-30

Transatlantic Relations and Radical Novelties in the 21st Century

DGAP, NDC, INSS

The 8-page report of a seminar held to discuss short-term political changes, long-term challenges and their impact on transatlantic relations and the NATO alliance

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-01

Russia-EU Beyond 2007: Russian Domestic Debates

IFRI

This 24-page French paper calls for the creation of strategic goals to shape EU-Russian relations

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-03

Resurrecting Dostoyevsky's Dictum: Why Russia and Europe Need Each Other

'Europes's World'

A commentary on the state of European-Russian relations

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-07-03

India-U.S. Relations

CRS

A 57-page updated U.S. report overviewing key aspects of the US-Indian relationship

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-09

Rethinking Western Strategy Toward Pakistan: An Action Agenda for the United States and Europe

CEIP

A 60-page US report calling for a new strategy to be adopted by the US and Europe toward Pakistan

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-10

Political Trends in the New Eastern Europe: Ukraine and Belarus

SSI

A 50-page US monograph containing two reports interpreting domestic and foreign relations trends in, respectively, Ukraine and Belarus

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-11

Russia's Strategic Choices

CEIP

This 8-page policy brief addresses key issues concerning Russia's foreign policy strategy

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-11

Guidelines for Approaching Iran

CEIP

This 6-page US policy outlook examines the factors that should guide any attempts to engage with Iran and influence its policies

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-11

A False Choice in Pakistan

CFR

A 7-page US essay urging Washington to maintain a cautious strategy in its dealings with Islamabad

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-13

Indo-US Civilian Nuclear Cooperation: Reprocessing Issue Reconstructed

IPCS

This 4-page Indian issue brief addresses the issues relating to nuclear reprocessing

Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-13

Japan and India as Partners for the Peace and Stability of Asia

Nautilus Institute

A US article calling for India and Japan to clarify the political, economic and other goals of their 'strategic global partnership'

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-16

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

A New Transatlantic Relationship? European Response to US Global Hegemony

DIIS

A 21-page Danish working paper examining how Europe has responded to changes in US strategic and military policy

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-18

Transformational Diplomacy

ISS-EU

This 116-page papper explores the scope and limits of 'transformational diplomacy'

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-19

Toward an Interdependent Partnership

Stimson Center

A 15-page US paper on the future of the US-Japan security alliance

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-19

Iran and the United states: The Emerging Paradigm in the Middle East

US Army War College

A 14-page US essay assessing Iran's new postion in Middle East and world politics

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-21

Russia, Realism and EU Unity

CER

This 8-page policy brief argues that EU policy towards Russia will be more effective if the EU first seeks common ground among its members on pressing issues

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-21

The Southwest Pacific: U.S. Interests and China's Growing Influence

CRS

A 31-page US report examining the characteristics of the Southwest Pacific and discusses US interests in the region and China's growing influence

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-23

The Palestinian Territories: Background and U.S. Relations

CRS

This 42-page US report provides an overview of Palestinian society and current issues in US-Palestinian relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-23

A Third Way: Alternatives for Iraq's Future

Brookings Institute

This 11-page House testimony offers alternative US strategies for dealing with Iraq

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-25

The EU Should Talk to Hamas

CER

An article suggesting that the EU should engage with Hamas

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-26

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

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

Central Asia-Caucasus Institute

This 21-page essay examines the strategic convergence between China and Russia

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-27

Russia and the Deadlock over Kosovo

IFRI

This 21-page French paper examines the factors guiding Russia's policy over Kosovo's status

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-07-30

Siloviki versus Liberal-Technocrats: The Fight for Russia and its Foreign Policy

DIIS

A 70-page Danish report analyzing the political situation in Russia and the implications for foreign policy

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-30

Endgame for Palestine

FPRI

A US essay examining the US Administration's latest effort to secure a resolution of the Israel-Palestine conflict

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-07-31

American Policy and Pakistan

Brookings Institution

This 3-page US House testimony reports on the situation in Pakistan and the implications for US policy

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-31

Kosovo's Future Status and U.S. Policy

CRS

This 6-page US report discusses the issue of Kosovo's future status

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-03

Iraq and the Gulf States: The Balance of Fear

USIP

A 16-page US report examining the interests and influence of the countries surrounding Iraq and the impact on US bilateral relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-04

The US and the Southern Philippines Quagmire

ARC

A 19-page Australian working paper describing the deepening US involvement in the Southern Philippines

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-05

The Rise of Islamists in the Near East:The EU, the US and Hamas

ISN-ETH

This Swiss paper describes how the resurgence of the Islamists in the Levant has changed the balance of power and confronted the West with various challenges

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-05

The Situation in Iraq

CEIP

A 6-page US House testimony assessing US options in Iraq

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-09

Rights and Security: A Broad View

CIS

A lecture on civil rights in Iran and US policy towards that country

Foreign Policy, Human RightsPosted: 2007-08-09

Pakistan at the Crossroads

Brookings Institution, YaleGlobal Online

A US commentary on the future of US-Pakistan relations

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-14

Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia: Political Developments and Implications for US Interests

CRS

A 31-page updated report on recent developments in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia, and their implications for US policy

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-16

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

Has the EU Got its Iran Strategy Right?

FRIDE

A 2-page article assessing the EU's strategy towards Iran's nuclear threat

Foreign Policy, European UnionPosted: 2007-08-17

ASEAN Charts a New Course in Manila

Stimson Center

A US commentary on ASEAN's draft charter

Globalisation & International Trade, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-17

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

The EU and Africa: Coming Together at Last?

EPC

A 4-page European policy brief examining the relationship between the EU and Africa

European Union, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-18

Charm Offensive: How China's Soft Power is Transforming the World

FPRI

A US article describing China's use of soft power to build influence overseas

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-18

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

PINR

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

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

The Red Star of the Pacific: The Forgotten Player is Back

ASPI

An Australian article analyzing Russia's strategic intentions and policy directions in the Pacific

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-29

Bulgaria, U.S. Bases and Black Sea Geopolitics

PINR

A US article discussing developing security relations between Washington and Sofia

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

Iran's Influence in Iraq

CRS

A 6-page updated US report on Iranian influence in Iraq and US efforts to counter it

Foreign Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-08-31

Diplomacy for the 21st Century: Transformational Diplomacy

CRS

A 32-page US report providing an overview of Secretary of State Rice's transformational diplomacy plan for the US, and responses to it

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-31

Japan and India: The Making of a New Alliance?

RSIS

A 2-page Singaporean commentary on the implications of a future alliance between India and Japan

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-08-31

The Multipolarity Trap: How Russia Should Make Friends ..... and With Whom

CAST

A Russian article examining Russia's choice of strategic partners and allies

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-02

U.S. Democracy Promotion During and After Bush

CEIP

A 42-page US report on how the Bush Administration has affected US democracy promotion efforts

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-05

Missed Opportunities: Cooporation and Confrontation in the U.S.-Syrian Relationship

Century Foundation

A 40-page US paper examining the possibilities for improving US-Syrian relations

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-06

Engaging Islamists and Promoting Democracy: A Preliminary Assessment

USIP

This 16-page US report examines the experiences of US democracy promotion in Morocco, Jordan and Yemen

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-07

Pipeline Politics: India and Myanmar

PINR

A commentary on the political and energy-related implications of recent developments in the gas field projects of Myanmar

Energy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-10

Financial Warfare

FPRI

A US article tracing the development and nature of financial warfare

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-10

Caribbean-U.S. Relations Issues in the 110th Congress

CRS

A 43-page report dealing with broad issues in US relations with the Caribbean

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-10

ASEAN Charts a New Course in Manila

Stimson Center

A US commentary on the signing of the draft charter by the 10 ASEAN Foreign Ministers

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-13

Russia Reverting to Type

AJISS

A Japanese commentary on developments in Russia's foreign policy

Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-13

Global Voices on Regional Integration

ZEI

A 246-page German discussion paper consisting of a number of contributions from the world's regions on the phenomenon of regional integration

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-14

The Rise of Islamists in the Near East: The EU, the US and Hamas

ISN/ETHZ

This 3-page Swiss paper describes how the resurgence of Islamists in the Levant has changed the regional balance of power and confronted the West with various challenges

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-14

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