Governance & Politics
When Victory Becomes an Option: Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood Confronts Success.
CEIP
This 30-page US paper explains why the Muslim Brotherhood is now calling not for a parliamentary system but for a mixed or semipresidential system
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-06
Kazakhstan’s Political (r)evolution
CEIP
A US commentary on political and security-related developments in Kazakhstan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-06
Stalemate in Yemen
Dayan Center
This 5-page Israeli article describes the political stalemate in Yemen
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-06
The “Revolutionary Parliament” and the New Governmental Order in Egypt
INSS
This Israeli essay considers the challenges of governance and some of the leading issues on the national agenda awaiting the new Islamist-dominated government in Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-02
Hurting Stalemate in Syria
CEIP
A US commentary on the likely future of the existing Syrian regime
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2012-02-01
Is the Kim Family Regime Rational and Why Don't the North Korean People Rebel?
FPRI
A 3-page US essay considering whether the Kim regime is rational and why the people of North Korea have not rebelled
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-01
Thirty Years of Conflict: Drivers of Anti-government Mobilisation in Afghanistan 1978-2011
Afghanistan Research and Evaluation Unit
This 84-page paper traces the structural factors driving anti-government mobilisation in Afghanistan in each successive phase of the country’s thirty years of conflicts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-24
Politics Grips Pakistan
Inside Story
An Australian update on the political situation in Pakistan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-19
Democracy Policy Under Obama: Revitalization or Retreat?
CEIP
A 58-page US paper explaining how, despite an initial inclination to lower the profile of U.S. democracy promotion, President Obama has had to confront a series of urgent, visible cases, from political upheaval in multiple Arab countries and unexpected events in Russia to thwarted elections in Côte d’Ivoire and beyond
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-01-13
When Victory Becomes an Option: Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood Confronts Success
CEIP
This 30-page US paper argues that if it is to be successful in government, the Muslim Brotherhood must start setting its foreign policy, economic, and cultural priorities
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
Egypt Can’t Replicate the Turkish Model: But It Can Learn From It
CEIP
A US article arguing that although reformists tout the “Turkish model” as an example for Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, the countries’ different neoliberal trajectories suggest that Egypt’s Islamist parties have a much more difficult road ahead
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
North Africa's Democratic Prospects
FPRI
This 7-page US essay discuss the dynamics and challenges facing Tunisia, Libya, Morocco and Algeria, the countries of the “Maghreb” (Arab-Islamic “West”), in the wake of the upheavals of 2011
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-13
Dissonance in Development: Foreign Aid and State Formation in Malawi
NUPI
The main focus of this 190-page Norwegian thesis is on how foreign aid and development affects the state
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-12
Political Transition in Tunisia
CRS
A 30-page US report explaining the challenges topolitical transition in Tunisia presented by disputes over reform priorities,economic crisis, labour unrest, tensions between the privileged coastal region and relatively impoverished interior, and lingering insecurity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-10
Russia’s December 2011 Legislative Election: Outcome and Implications
CRS
A 13-page US report on the implications of Russia's December 2011 elections for Russia and for US interests
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-01-10
Egypt’s Salafi Challenge
Brookings
This US article considers the implications of the unexpected rise of the Salafis in Egypt’s parliamentary election
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-09
Setbacks at Home, Sucesses Abroad: The Mixed Fortunes of Vladimir Putin
Inside Story
An Australian article examining the changing political picture in Russia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-22
Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 100-page US report on the future governance and security of Afghanistan and the implications for US policy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-12-20
What Next For North Korea?
AEI
A US article considering the implications of Kim Jong-il’s death
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-12-19
Unfinished Business: Reform of the Security Sector in Democratic Indonesia
Security Challenges
This paper describes how Indonesia’s military men and their fellow travellers in the conservative civilian elite are again feeling confident enough to challenge their exclusion from the political mainstream
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-12-19
Duma Elections: Expert Analysis
CEIP
Several US analyses of Russia's election results and what the public response might mean for the country’s future
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-16
A New Prime Minister in Kuwait…and Credit Goes to the Brotherhood?
CEIP
This US article assesses the likelihood of a Muslim Brotherhood comeback in Kuwait
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16
A Turning Tide in Lebanon
CEIP
This US article traces the turning political tide in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16
The Struggle for the Reins of Government in Egypt
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the results of the Egyptian parliamentary elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16
Identifying and Evaluating Regulation Reforms
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 609-page Australian report finding that a range of approaches is required to ensure that the stock of regulation is fit for purpose and to deliver net benefits to the community. They range from 'good housekeeping' measures to in-depth reviews. For most of these, good governance and consultation are crucial to their cost-effectiveness
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-16
The Greek Crisis: Causes and Consequences
CESifo
This 15-page working paper takes stock of the factors that led to the explosion of Greek public debt, the loss of competitiveness, and the failure of the first EU-IMF programme
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-15
Springtime in Sudan
Foreign Policy/NPR
A 3-page US article on political developments in Sudan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-14
Islamic Parties in Pakistan
Crisis Group
This 48-page report examines the internal workings, policies and agendas of Pakistan's Islamic parties, and their relationship with the state, particularly the military, in order to assess how they maintain political influence despite limited electoral support
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-12
Putin’s Ceausescu Moment
Inside Story
An Australian article examining Vladimir Putin's slide in popularity
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-09
Landmines in Egupt's Constitutional Roadmap
CEIP
This US commentary says that the military's pledge to hold presidential elections in Egypt by June 2012 could lead to a fresh crisis if a new constitution is written before those elections are held
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-09
The Next Move for Syria
CEIP
This US Q&A explains that what happens in Syria will have a huge impact on the rest of the region, and if the government were to fall, it would be the biggest strategic blow to Iran since the Iran-Iraq war
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-09
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
Tunisia Leads the Way Again
SWP
This 4-page German commentary taking an optimistic view of the chances for successful democratisation in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-06
Dealing with Debt Crises in the Eurozone
SWP
A 38-page German research paper suggesting a future framework for sovereign debt crisis management and prevention in the euro area
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-06
The Silk Road Through Afghanistan
CFR
A 2-page US article focusing on the future of Afghanistan's economy
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-05
Pakistan's Crisis: What Role for the EU?
FRIDE
This Spanish policy brief examines how the EU can strengthen its engagement in Pakistan
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-12-05
Egyptian Democracy and the Muslim Brotherhood
ISS
A 36-page paper containing insights, analysis and recommendations on Egyptian democracy and the Muslim Brotherhood
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-05
Russian Elections and Relations between the Centre and the Regions
ISS EU
In the light of the upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections this paper takes a look at the development of Russian federalism throughout the past decade
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-03
Jordan: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
A 23-page US report providing an overview of Jordanian politics and current issues in U.S.-Jordanian relations
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-02
Egypt in Transition
CRS
This 24-page updated report provides a brief overview of the transition underway in Egypt and information on U.S. foreign aid
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-02
Aiding Governance in Developing Countries: Progress Amid Uncertainties
CEIP
A 42-page US report on how aid practitioners have begun accumulating important insights about how to improve governance aid
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-01
South Caucasus: (Almost) Grown Up At 20
CEIP
A US commentary on how the South Caucasian states have developed since the collapse of the Soviet Union
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-30
Policy Making and Implementation in Agriculture: Tanzania’s Push for Irrigated Rice
DIIS
A 48-page Danish working paper describing why Tanzania’s 2005 push to increase rice production by ambitious rural investments in irrigation and by tariff protection of its rice industry from cheap imported subsidised rice has run into problems
Governance & Politics, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2011-11-26
Challenges of Egypt's Economic Transition
CEIP
This 38-page US paper examines the challenges faced by the Egyptian economy as the country transitions to democracy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-25
The Moldovan Jigsaw
CEIP
A US commentary on the current political situation in Moldova
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-25
Morocco's Upcoming Parliamentary Elections: Promoting a Top-Down "Arab Spring"?
Dayan Center
This 4-page Israeli article examines the extrent of reform in Moroccan politics
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-25
Conflict Risk Alert: Egypt: The Revolution Returns
Crisis Group
A conflict risk alert in respect of Egypt's political situation
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-25
Lebanese Civil-Military Dynamics: Weathering the Regional Storm?
CEIP
This US report describes how a Jordanian trial singles out Islamists on charges of terrorism and casts doubts on the kingdom’s path towards genuine political reform, its commitment to the rule of law, and its stated desire to protect the rights of freedom of expression and assembly.
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-11-25
Timor-Leste's Veterans: An Unfinished Struggle?
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines attempts by Timor-Leste to recognise and honour those who fought for its independence
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-18
Syria and the Arab League: Moral Censure and Identity Politics
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the political implications of the decision of the League of Arab States to suspend Syria from membership
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-18
The Interplay of Foreign Multinational Corporations and the State in Environmental Governance
Australian Political Studies Association
This 22-page paper is concerned by how multinational corporations influence policies at the global level and also at the national level within each of the countries where they operate. It explores the mechanisms through which this phenomenon takes place
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-17
Freedom in the World 2011: The Authoritarian Challenge to Democracy
Freedom House
This 34-page report asserts that 2010 was the fifth consecutive year in which global freedom suffered a decline
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-11-17
Politics Matter: Changes in Unionization Rates in Rich Countries, 1960-2010
CEPR
This 21-page US report reviews unionization data covering the last 5 decades for 21 rich economies. The researchers consider both union coverage (the share of workers whose terms of employment are covered by a collective bargaining agreement) and union membership
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-17
Mubarak Regime: Redux
Sada
This US article argues that the Egyptian military has emerged as the most serious threat in the transition to democracy
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-17
Tradition and Modernity in the "Arab Spring"
Dayan Center
A 3-page Israeli analysis speculating on the likely outcomes of the Arab Spring
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-15
What is Holding Italy Back?
CEPS
This 5-page commentary attributes italy's poor growth to the country’s abysmal record on such governance factors as corruption and the rule of law
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-11-15
How Stable Is Jordan? King Abdullah’s Half-hearted Reforms and the Challenge of the Arab Spring
Brookings
This 11-page US policy briefing takes a closer look at Jordan’s changing political dynamics, with a focus on the role of the king, the royal court, and the feared security services
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
A Dying Revolution? Polarization and Uncertainty in Egypt
Brookings
The report of a recent visit to Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-14
Is Military Rule in Egypt Really Temporary?
SADA
This US article considers whether Egypt's Supreme Council of Armed Forces will step down and make way for civilian rule
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-14
Afghanistan: Politics, Elections, and Government Performance
CRS
This 61-page US report on the limited capacity and widespread corruption of all levels of Afghan governance
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-11-11
Challenges of Egypt's Economic Transition
CEIP
This 38-page US paper warns that Egypt’s economy has been in decline since Mubarak’s resignation and details the priority steps the transitional government should take to promote economic growth
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-11
Tunisia’s Lessons for the Arab World
CEIP
A US commentary asserting that Tunisia’s successful elections point to five important lessons that other countries in the Middle East and North Africa should remember
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-11
The Syrians Are on Their Own
SADA
This US article asserts that the international community is incapable of stopping the human rights violations in Syria—or even helping the opposition
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-04
Back to the Barracks: The Tunisian Army Post-Revolution
SADA
A US article assessing the role the Tunisian military will play in the aftermath of the recent elections
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-04
"We Cannot Achieve What We Want With Hatred"
"Inside Story"
An Australian article reporting on the changing political environment in Burma
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-11-03
Gaza's New Islamists: The Atomization of Palestinian Islamism Since 2006
DIIS
This 44-page Danish report maps the Islamist milieu in Gaza. It offers a critical examination of how Hamas has governed Gaza since 2007 and seeks to answer the pressing question of why new Islamist groups in Gaza have emerged
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-11-03
Decreasing Inequality Under Latin America’s ‘Social Democratic’ and ‘Populist’ Governments: Is the Difference Real?
CEPR
This 19-page US study argues that there is no statistical basis to claim that “social democratic” governments in Latin America have been more effective at reducing inequality than “left-populist” ones
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-03
Creating a Global Economic Council - Six Easy Steps
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief outlining how to establish a promising alternative to the G20. It proposes six "easy steps", starting from the existing Bretton Woods system
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-02
The New Global Economic Council: Governance Reform at the G20, the IMF and the World Bank
DIIS
A 29-page Danish working paper arguing that the current G20 is unsustainable and should be replaced by a new body on a firmer constitutional foundation
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-02
Democratic Space in Asia-Pacific
UNDP
This 39-page working paper explores the concept of democratic space in the context of the Asia-Pacific region. It examines the factors that affect the quality and capacity of democratic space to give poor and marginalised groups meaningful opportunities to participate in politics and governance and exercise their human rights
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
Turkey's 2011 Elections: An Emerging Dominant Party System?
MERIA
This Israeli article analyzes Turkey’s June 12, 2011, general elections, focusing on the three parties and the predominantly pro-Kurdish independents
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-02
Reflections on the Revolution in Egypt
MERIA
An Israeli article speculating on the eventual outcome of the Egyption revolution
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
The Syrian Opposition Before and After the Outbreak of the 2011 Uprising
MERIA
This Israeli article observes the state of the Syrian opposition prior to the uprising, notes the key new alignments in the opposition, and critically assesses the attempts at unification
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
Presidential Succession Scenarios in Egypt and Their Impact on U.S.-Egyptian Strategic Relations
SSI
This 62-page US monograph examines the important question as to who might succeed President Hosni Mubarak by analyzing several possible scenarios and what they would mean for U.S. strategic relations with Egypt. It was written before the pro-democracy demonstrations in Egypt in January 2011
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-11-02
Armies and Civilians in the Arab Awakening: An Inevitable Compromise?
CEIP
A US article arguing that in consequence of the Arab transitions, civil-military relations will be redefined and renegotiated in every case
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-31
Tunisia’s Electoral Lesson: The Importance of Campaign Strategy
CEIP
This US article asserts that Ennahda’s election victory in Tunisia can be attributed as much to its campaign strategy as to the popularity of its message
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-31
American Options in Syria
CFR
This 4-page US article proposes a strategy for bringing down the Assad regime
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-10-31
Sovereignty or Submission: Liberal Democracy or Global Governance?
FPRI
This 5-page US essay addresses the global governance concept
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-20
Breaking Point? Yemen's Southern Question
Crisis Group
This 45-page report explores the roots of the Southern Yemen issue, its relationship with the 2011 uprising and the prospects of reaching a compromise that would preserve territorial unity while profoundly redefining the relationship between the central government and regional entities
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-10-20
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 32-page updated US report focusing on the political and security situation in Bahrain
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-19
Yemen: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 20-page updated US report looks at the security and political issues in Yemen and the implications for US policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-19
Presidential Succession Scenarios in Egypt and Their Impact on U.S.-Egyptian Strategic Relations
SSI
This 62-page US monograph examines the important question as to who might succeed President Hosni Mubarak by analyzing several possible scenarios and what they would mean for U.S. strategic relations with Egypt
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-19
Not Just Politics: A Different Approach to Supporting Ethnic Minorities in China
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch article arguing that the most effective way for Western nations to help minorities in China is through efforts in the socio-economic realm
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-13
Building Open Society in the Western Balkans, 1991–2011
Open Society Foundations
This 96-page US publication documents two decades in the life and times of the region, with an historical overview and foundation activities, and assesses the situation in the crucial areas of humanitarian assistance, citizenship rights, responsibility for war crimes, arts and culture, the international presence, media, and education
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-13
Thoughts and Perspectives on Liberia
NAI
A Swedish report about the elections and ex-military networks in Liberia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-10
The Government Assistance Center: A Vehicle for Transitioning to the Host Government
PKSOI
This 74-page US monograph proposes a way for non-military organizations to render assistance and development to fragile states through an organizational approach
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-10
Is Iran immune from the Arab spring?
FRIDE
This 4-page Spanish policy brief asserts that Iran’s opposition is far too divided to enable a democratic breakthough and the country’s potential for democratic change may largely depend on ongoing regional developments
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-07
Peace Talks in the Philippines: Ways out of the Impasse
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the status of the peace negotiations between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF)
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-07
Consensus and Democracy in Indonesia: Musyawarah-Mufakat Revisited
IDE
This 16-page Japanese discussion paper analyzes customary practices of consensus decision making, called musyawarah‐mufakat, as a basis of democratic stability in Indonesia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-07
Establishing Electoral Administration Systems in New Democracies
IDE
This 38-page Japanese discussion paper seeks to identify the conditions for establishing an autonomous and capable electoral administration system in newly-democratized countries
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-07
No Easy Way Out: Traditional Authorities in Somaliland and the Limits of Hybrid Political Orders
DIIS
A 33-page Danish working paper exploring how moderately effective state-like institutions have been rebuilt in Somaliland and Puntland in northern Somalia over the past two decades
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-06
Bosnia: What Does Republika Srpska Want?
Crisis Group
This 37-page report looks into the most important question in Bosnia today; do RS leaders and residents really want outright independence or merely autonomy within a loose federation?
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-06
The Temporary Return of Putin Co.
"Foreign Affairs"
A 3-page US article arguing that Russia's ruling clan won't hold power forever
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-06
Promoting the Accountability of the Afghan Security Forces
Oxfam
This 9-page paper provides a review of the Afghan Security Forces, with a focus on police, as they assume greater responsibility for maintaining peace and order
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-05
Al Qaeda's View of the Arab Spring
FPRI
This 4-page US essay considers the manner in which al Qaeda confronted the ideological challenge presented by the Arab Spring
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-04
International Engagement in Fragile States: Can’t We Do Better?
OECD
This 66-page study is intended to guide complex interventions in fragile and conflict-affected countries
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-29
Palestinian Initiatives for 2011 at the United Nations
CRS
This 32-page US report provides information on the U.N. framework and process for options being discussed,including overviews of the following topics: the United Nations and recognition of states, observer status in the United Nations, and the criteria and process for United Nations membership. The report also analyzes the prospects for avoiding U.N. action by reaching an Israel-PLO agreement to resume negotiations, as well as the possibility of a compromise U.N. resolution that could set forth parameters for future Israeli-Palestinian negotiations but stop short of addressing the question of Palestinian statehood beyond expressing aspirations
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-28
Unrest in Syria and U.S. Sanctions Against the Asad Regime
CRS
A 24-page US report analyzing the current unrest in Syria and the U.S. response to the Syrian government’s crackdown against demonstrators. It also provides background information on U.S. sanctions against the Asad regime and its supporters
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-09-28
Egypt in Transition
CRS
This 19-page US report provides a brief overview of the transition underway in Egypt and information on U.S. foreign aid to Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-28
Myanmar: Major Reform Underway
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines how Myanmar's President Thein Sein has moved rapidly to begin implementing an ambitious reform agenda first set out in his March 2011 inaugural address
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-23