Will the Irish Guillotine Lisbon?

CER

A 3-page briefing note on the prospects for Ireland's referendum on the Lisbon Treaty

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-05

The Turkish Constitutional Court and Civil Liberties: Question of Ideology and Accountability

SETA

This 6-page policy brief calls for the Turkish parliament to reassert its authority over the Constitutional Court

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-11

Lebanon and the Weakening of the Arab Order

Moshe Dayan Center

A 4-page Israeli commentary on the political implications of the recent rapprochement in Lebanon

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-12

Hizbollah's Weapons Turn Inwards

Crisis Group

This 12-page briefing considers the issues created by Hizbollah's armed status in Lebanon

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-12

Constitutional Court and the Closure of Political Parties in Turkey

SETA

A 4-page Turkish policy brief discussing the limits to the freedom of political parties in Turkey

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-12

The Regulation of Lobbying

Parliamentary Library, New South Wales

This 58-page Australian report discusses the regulation of political lobbyists in Australia and other jurisdictions

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-17

Egypt's Muslim Brothers: Confrontation or Integration?

Crisi Group

A 36-page report examining Egypt's ruling NPD's hard-line stance and the Muslim Brothers' approach to political participation

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-18

Public Sector Reform: What Works and Why

World Bank

This 120-page study evaluates public sector reform in developing countries

International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-18

Elusive Finality: Despatch from Newly-Independent Kosovo

IFIMES

A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Kosovo

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-18

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

Bolivia: Rescuing the New Constitution and Democratic Stability

Crisis Group

A 16-page briefing analyzing the factors that have led to political deadlock in Bolivia, and recommending a way forward

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24

Guinea: Ensuring Democratic Reform

Crisis Group

A policy briefing assessing the risk of a resumption of dictatorship in Guinea

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24

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

Iran's 2008 Parliamentary Elections: A Triumph of the System

MERIA

An Israeli paper describing Iran's political system and analyzing the recent parliamentary elections

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24

A Case against Uniform Political Contribution Limits

Democratic Audit of Australia

This 14-page Australian discussion paper argues the case for treating trade union financial contributions to political parties differently from those of corporations

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-25

Political Parties in Conflict-Prone Societies

CDI, UN University

An 8-page policy brief considering how to promote inclusive politics and democratic development in conflict-prone societies

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-26

FYR of Macedonia after Bucharest: Avoiding Another European Failure in the Balkans

ISS-EU

This 6-page paper offers an analysis of the precarious state of the FYR of Macedonia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-27

A Change of Paradigm in Afghanistan

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on the need for political responsibility to be transferred to the Afghan government

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-30

Nepal's Election: A Peaceful Revolution?

Crisis Group

A 32-page report providing an extensive analysis of the results of April's election

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-04

Nepal's New Political Landscape

Crisis Group

A 39-page report examining the major challenges remaining in Nepal's continuing peace process

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-07-04

Caspian Pipeline Consortium, Bellwether of Russian Investment Climate?

IFRI

This 27-page French essay assesses the implications of the CPC dossier for Russian energy policy

Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-04

Hamas, Abu Mazen and the Ceasefire

Moshe Dayan Center

A 3-page Israeli commentary on the new political situation in the Palestinian territories

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-04

Indonesia: Implications of the Ahmadiyah Decree

Crisis Group

A 20-page report illustrating how hardline Islamic groups have used advocacy techniques to influence government policy in Indonesia

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-07

From the New Middle ages to a New Dark Age: The Decline of the State and US Strategy

SSI

A US paper forecasting the further decline of the state

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-07

A Creeping Crisis: The Serbian Government's Plan for Kosovo

IFIMES

A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Serbia vis-a-vis Kosovo

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-08

Yemen: Where is the Stability Tipping Point?

Arab Reform Bulletin

A 3-page US article on the situation in the Yemen

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-09

Palestine: Hizb al-Tahrir Flourishes Where Hope Withers

Arab Reform Bulletin

A 2-page article describing a Palestinian movement whose support is expanding

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-09

Extended Governance: The European Union's Policies towards it's Neighbours

EU

A 4-page policy brief describing the macro institutional setup of the EU's Neighbourhood Policies

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-13

Opposition Alliances and Democratization in Egypt

USIP

The report of a dialogue discussing the future of democracy in Egypt

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-15

Making Bosnia Work: Why EU Accesion is not Enough

USIP

This 10-page US briefing spells out the preconditions for a fully successful EU accession for Bosnia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-07-15

From the Swamp to Terra Firma: The Regional Role in the Stabilisation of Iraq

ORG, King Faisal Center, Diplomatic Institute

The 18-page UK report of an international meeting held to consider alternative scenarios for the future of Iraq

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-18

Lebanon's Militia Wars

MERIA

An Israeli article analyzing the forces involved in Lebanon's civil war and their present-day relevance

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25

An Assessment of Putin's Economic Policy

Peterson Institute

A US article assessing Russian economic policy under the Putin Presidency

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25

Taliban Propaganda: Winning the War of Words?

Crisis Grouo

This 47-page report examines how Taliban propaganda is tapping into strains of Afghan nationalism

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25

Venezuela: Political Reform or Regime Demise?

Crisis Group

A 39-page report on mounting resistance in Venezuela to Chavez' policies

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25

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

Europe's Role in Nation-Building: From the Balkans to the Congo

Rand Corporation

This 344-page US monograph contains case studies of recent European-led nation-building missions

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-07-26

The Rise of Political Islam in Turkey

Rand Corporation

This 135-page US monograph evaluates how the balance between religious and secular forces in Turkey has changed over the past decade

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-26

Reforming Pakistan's Police

Crisis Group

A 34-page report on the serious inadequacies within Pakistan's police force

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-26

Who Leads Russia?

MIT CIS

A 6-page US essay considering where the real power lies in the new Russian leadership

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-02

A Reinforced Obstacle to Democracy

CEPS

A 22-page working paper on the relationship between energy and democracy

Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-04

What is Happening in Turkey? Party Closure and Beyond

CEPS

A 3-page commentary providing a background to current political tensions in Turkey

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-04

Legacy or Complacency? Lula's Unfinished Business in Brazil

AEI

A 5-page US brief on the record of Pres. Lula da Silva in Brazil

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-07

Minding the Gap: Appraising the Promise and Performance of Recent Reform in Australia

ANU

This study assesses the gap between the promise and the performance of successive waves of regulation in Australia since the 1980s (single page with link to downloads of complete study)

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-08

E Pluribus Unum: Decision-Makers and Decision-Making in Iran

ISS

A 4-page policy brief on governmental decision-making in Iran

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-08

Colombia: New Prospects for Peace?

ISS

A 5-page analysis of the political situation in Colombia following the Betancourt release

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-08

Hamas Tightens its Hold on the Gaza Strip

INSS

An Israeli article commennting on the weakening of Fatah's postion in the Gaza strip

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-11

AK Party Survives Closure Case: What is Next?

SETA

This 10-page Turkish policy brief examines the possible implications of the Turkish Constitutional Court's decision on the legality of the AK Party

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-08-13

The Case for Evidence-Based Policy

Urban Institute

This 8-page revision of a US policy brief argues the case for evidence-based policy

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-15

Kyrgyzstan: A Deceptive Calm

Crisis Group

This 20-page briefing assesses political developments and potential dangers in Kyrgyzstan

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-15

The Assassination of General Mohammed Suleiman: Looking for the Motive

INSS

An Israeli article speculating on the possible motivations for the recent assassination of a Syrian general

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-15

China and Human Rights: Power to the Party

Chatham House

A 3-page UK article on the state of human rights in China

Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-22

The Political Economy of Successful Reform: Asian Stratagems

FSI

A 32-page US working paper describing the political manoeuvres used by the leaders of economic reform in Asia

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-23

China's Grassroots Movement Toward Greater Freedom

CIPE

A 9-page article examining how a grassroots social revolution is leading China toward a more liberal society

Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2008-08-29

Whistleblowing in the Australian Public Sector

ANU

This 372-page Australian book examines the theory and practice of internal witness management in the public sector

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-03

Understanding Mauretania's Coup

CEIP

A 4-page US brief explaining the background to Mauretania's coup

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-05

Turkey's Crisis and Future

MIT CIS

An essay explaining the roots and nature of Turkey's current political crisis

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-05

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

Russia's 2020 Strategic Economic Goals and the Role of International Integration

IFRI, CSIS

This 26-page paper assesses how efforts to implement Russia's long-term socio-economic development programme may affect the country's integration into the global economy

Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-08

Indonesia: Pre-Election Anxieties in Aceh

Crisis Group

This 16-page briefing examines the sources of unease in Aceh in the build-up to next year's general elections

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-09

Jansa's SDS the Relative Winner

IFIMES

An analysis of the forthcoming parliamentary elections in Slovenia

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-09

Changing Trends in Global Power and Conflict Resolution: Fragile States

IISS

A keynote conference speech focusing on the challenges to development posed by fragile states

International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-23

Kosovo's Fragile Transition

Crisis Group

This 50-page report concludes that the prospects for a de facto partition of Kosovo are growing due to failings on the part of the international community

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-24

Chad: A New Conflict Resolution Framework

Crisis Group

The executive summary of a report offering a security framework to address the political and security crisis within Chad and the surrounding region

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-24

Better Regulation: What is at Stake?

Eipiascope

A 6-page article examining key issues surrounding better regulation in the EU

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-25

The Transition Problem: The Unhampered State as an Obstacle to Democratic and Market Reform

CIPE

An article setting out the governance-related problems besetting post-communist countries in transition

Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-25

Risk and Systemic Risk

AEI

US article explaining the role of systemic risk in the current US financial crisis

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-25

Is Republika Srpska Arming Itself?

IFIMES

A Slovene commentary on current political developments in Bosnia and Herzogovina

Governance & Politics, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-02

Political Parties in Conflict-Prone Societies

CDI

This 341-page Australian book examines the ways in which new democracies can strengthen their party systems by regulating the way parties form, organise and behave

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-10-02

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

China: Democratising One-Party Rule?

FRIDE

This 40-page Spanish ppaer examines the complex relations between nationalism, economic development and political change in China

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-07

The Enigmas of Iran

FRIDE, CCCB

A 5-page summary of a Spanish event held to analyse the current political situation in Iran

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-07

Iraq Beyond the Troop Surge

IDSA

An Indian commentary on the post-surge security and political outlook for Iraq

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-07

What will Become of China After the Olympics?

JIIA

A Japanese view of China's future

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-07

Sri Lanka's Eastern Province: Land, Development, Conflict

Crisis Group

This 54-page report urges the Sri Lankan government to address the security needs and land-related grievances relating to its Eastern Province

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-15

Sovereign Wealth and Sovereign Power

CFR

This 64-page report studies the strategic consequences of American indebtedness

Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-15

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

Reforming the Judiciary in Pakistan

Crisis Group

This 42-page report examines the legacy of Pakistan's military rule in respect of fundamental freedoms

Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-10-16

Diasporas and Fragile States

DIIS

This 4-page Danish policy brief examines the influence of diasporas on fragile states

Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-10-16

Contested Governance: Culture, Power and Institutions in Indigenous Australia

CAEPR

A 376-page collection of papers examining the dilemmas and challenges involved in the issue of indigenous governance

Indigenous Affairs, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-19

The Price of Silence: The Growing Threat of Soft Censorship in Latin America

OSI

This 182-page report examines the growing trend towards behind-the-scenes governmental interference with media freedom in Latin America

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-21

Rivalry for Political Change in Thailand

RSIS

A 3-page Singaporean commentary on Thailand's political outlook

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-21

Resource-Conflict Links in Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of the Congo

SIPRI

This 20-page Swedish paper focuses on the policies and interventions targeted at the mining sectors of Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-22

Where is Macedonia Bound?

IFIMES

A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Macedonia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-23

More Freedom, Less Terror?

Rand Corporation

A 226-page US study examining the links between liberalization and political violence in the arab world

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-23

Azerbaijan: Defence Sector Management and Reform

Crisis Group

This 20-page policy briefing examines the difficulties faced by Azerbaijan in upgrading its military

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-30

Salafism and Radical Politics in Post-Conflict Algeria

CEIP

This 28-page US paper examines the lessons to be drawn from the rise of Salafism for the Algerian government

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-31

Correcting Course: Victims of the Justice and Peace Law in Colombia

Crisis Group

A 37-page paper arguing that the Uribe government has neglected the defence and promotion of victims' rights

Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2008-11-04

How to Make the Rhetoric of Joined-up Government Really Work

ANZ Health Policy

A 20-page Australian paper examining developments around the concept of "joined-up government

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-05

Society and Politics in the Gaza Strip

IICC

An 11-page Israeli article describing how Hamas is consolidating its control over the Gaza Strip

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-05

Public Leadership: Perspectives and practices

An Australia/New Zealand work on political, administrative and civil society leadership

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-07

Virtual or Real Change? The Parliamentary Elections in Belarus

ISS

This 4-page article looks at developments in Belaru before and after the September elections, and recommends ways forward for the EU.

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-07

Islamism and Democracy in Egypt, Indonesia and Turkey

Lowy Institute

A 4-page executive summary of an Australian paper examines how three different Islamist movements, the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, the Prosperous Justice Party in Indonesia and the Justice and Development Party have sought to adapt to democratic politics and how in turn electoral or democratic participation has shaped the evolution of their ideology, policies and activism.

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-09

Recent Foreign Policy Attitudes in Turkey

DIIS

This 7-page Danish brief investigates the decline in Turkish enthusiasm for EU membership and offers some policy developments that might help reverse the trend

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-10

When Elephants Dance

Inside Story

An Australian article on the current state of Malay politics

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-13

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

Taking 'Constitutionalism' and 'Legitimacy' Seriously

This 19-page discussion paper focuses on issues of constitutionalism and democracy with special reference to the European Union

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-18

Pakistan after Musharraf

Parliamentary Library - Australia

An Australian background paper on post-Musharraf Pakistan

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-18

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

Post-Suharto Indonesia: Can a Military Coup Happen?

RSIS

This 3-page Singaporean commentary assesses the risk of a military coup in Indonesia

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-19