Governance & Politics
Identifying and Evaluating Regulation Reforms
Productivity Commission
The 159-page Australian discussion draft of a report designed to draw lessons for the future from past experiences with regulation reform
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-23
Right Response: Understanding and Countering Populist Extremism in Europe
Chatham House
This 46-page UK report examines the drivers behind the support for populist extremist parties and considers possible political responses
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2011-09-22
The Political Economy of Agricultural Policy Reform in India
IFPRI
This 261-page US study throws new light on the factors that have so far prevented a move toward more pro-poor and environmentally sustainable agricultural input policies in India
Governance & Politics, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2011-09-20
Curb Your Enthusiasm: Israel and Palestine after the UN
Crisis Group
This 52-page report examines the upcoming Palestinian bid at the UN
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-20
Iraq’s Last Window: Diffusing the Risks of a Petro-State
CGD
A 26-page US working paper outlining the benefits of an oil dividend policy for Iraq
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-19
What Drives States to Support the Development of Productive Sectors?
DIIS
This 34-page working paper examines why and how ruling political elites in developing countries support productive sector development and with what outcomes
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-16
Extending Libya‘s Transitional Period: Capitalizing on the Constitutional Moment
USIP
This 4-page US brief examines the timeline for constitutional reform in Libya’s August 2011 Constitutional Declaration with an eye towards ensuring Libyans have sufficient time to negotiate and draft a new constitution that will support Libya’s transformation towards constitutional democracy
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-09-15
The Way Forward: Building Libya’s New Security Forces
USIP
A US article explaining why finding a long-term security solution will be one of the biggest issues facing the new leadership
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-15
Socio-Political Factors and National Security
EWI
An article on the challenges to security in Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-15
New Social Media and Conflict in Kyrgyzstan
SIPRI
This 24-page Swedish paper examines the complex and shifting role of new media as a factor in the events in Kyrgyzstan
Governance & Politics, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-09-14
Egypt in Transition
CRS
A 25-page US report providing a brief overview of the transition underway in Egypt and information on U.S. foreign aid to Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-12
Afghanistan: Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
This 100-page US report examining the issues of Post-Taliban Governance, Security, and U.S. Policy in Afghanistan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-12
Yemen Rivalries
Dayan Centre
An Israeli article on the political situation in Yemen
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
Congo: The Electoral Process Seen from the East
Crisis Group
This summary briefing examines voter registration and the beginning of the campaign on the ground in the Kivu provinces and the Ituri district and highlights the electoral stakes in a region that remains fundamental for durable stability in the country
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-06
Taking Development Activities to Scale in Fragile and Low Capacity Environments
Brookings
A 93-page US working paper arguing that scaling up (i.e., the expansion, replication, adaption and sustaining of successful policies and programs in space and over time to reach a greater number of people) is highly relevant to fragile settings, both as an objective and as a strategic approach to development
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-09-06
Service Sector Liberalisation in India: Key Lessons and Challenges
SAIIA
A 31-page South African occasional paper analysing the liberalisation and structural reform process carried out in India’s service sector since 1991 and the key lessons to be learned
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-08-26
Negotiating the Cyprus Problem(s)
TESEV
A 24-page Turkish paper articulating the Turkish Cypriot viewpoint regarding the negotiations, the property question and the relationship between Turkey and North Cyprus
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-26
Citizens' Engagement in Policymaking and the Design of Public Services
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This 64-page paper acknowledges the growing expectations of citizens to be more effectively involved in policymaking and service design, and explores the responsibilities and capacities of the Australian Public Service (APS) to initiate and facilitate such engagement
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-25
Nepal: From Two Armies to One
Crisis Group
This 35-page report examines the contentious issue of the integration and retirement of some 19,000 former fighters in the Maoist People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of Nepal
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-24
Gandhi's Revenge
AEI
A US commentary on India's political system and the corruption underpinning it
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-08-24
Indonesia: Hope and Hard Reality in Papua
Crisis Group
This 24-page briefing juxtaposes the vision of a peaceful Papua produced by a conference in Jayapura in July with the reality of conflict in Puncak Jaya, one of the most remote districts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-23
The Politics of US Foreign Policy
ASPI
A 2-page Australian security note examining major themes surrounding the foreign and defence policy stances of the US Republican candidates
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-23
Why Syria's Regime is Likely to Survive
MERIA
This Israeli article argues that examining the differences between the uprising in Syria and those in Tunisia and Egypt offers important clues as to why Syria’s regime is likely to survive
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-08-23
Averting Further Crisis in Malawi
Brookings
A US article arguing that timely intervention by the international community, and particularly the African Union, is necessary to resolve the situation in Malawi
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-08-22
Syria: Violence as a Communications Strategy
ISS
This opinion piece explains why Assad believes that he has carte blanche to do what it takes to restore his grip over Syria.
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-08-18
Will Rising Democracies Become International Democracy Supporters?
FRIDE, CEIP
This 42-page paper examines what potential exists for the US and EU to work with rising the democracies on international democracy support – and some of the risks that must be avoided.
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-08-18
A New Start in the Balkans?
FRIDE
This 6-page Spanish policy brief argues that to bring the Balkans closer to the EU and preclude continued instability, the EU will need to strengthen its political engagement beyond a mere institutional restructuring
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-18
Separatism in Africa
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the secession of South Sudan and its likely consequences
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
Weak States and Successful Elites
SWP
A 27-page German research paper examining how the governments of externally dependent crisis states engage with Western policy prescriptions
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-08-18
Arab Royal Houses Seek Affordable Medicines
INSS
An Israeli commentary on how Arab royal houses are reacting tho the Arab Spring
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
Kuwait: Security, Reform, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 21-page updated US report on political and security developments in Kuwait and US relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-17
Cyprus: Reunification Proving Elusive
CRS
A 23-page US report providing a brief overview of the early history of the Cyprus reunification negotiations, a more detailed review of the negotiations since 2008, and a description of some of the issues involved in the talks. A side issue involving trade between the European Union and Turkish Cyprus is also addressed
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-08-17
A Rapid Equity-focused Health Impact Assessment of a Policy Implementation Plan
International Journal for Equity in Health
This 12-page Australian article examines the promises and problems of using health impact assessment when policymaking
Health, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-16
Do the Post-Communist Transitions Offer Lessons for the Arab World?
FPRI
A 5-page US essay on the usefulness of analogies between the Arab Spring and post-communist transitions
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-15
The "Democratization" Process in Morocco: Progress, Obstacles and the Impact of the Islamist-Secularist Divide
Brookings
A 41-page US working paper questioning the adequacy of the political reform process within Morocco
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-15
Macedonia: Ten Years after the Conflict
Crisis Group
This 32-page report shows how over the past five years rising ethnic Macedonian nationalism, domination of all main state institutions by the prime minister and his party, decline in media and judicial independence, growing school segregation and too slow decentralisation have started to undermine the multi-ethnic civil state the country can still become
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-15
Egypt’s Transition Six Months On: From Diversity to Divisiveness
Brookings
A series of observations made about the state of Egypt’s turbulent transition made by a recent visitor
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-15
Doing the Unthinkable
Kyiv Post
An article on the current political situation in Ukraine
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-11
Riyalpolitik
Jerusalem Report
An Israeli perspective on the current political situation in Saudi Arabia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-11
Exit the Commanders
GMFUS
A 3-page commentary on the recent resignation of the top Turkish commanders
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-11
Moroccan Reform: The Royal Will and Popular Protests
Dayan Center
An Israeli analysis of the current political situation in Morocco
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-10
Supreme Tragedy: The Shrinking Power of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamanei
Muftah
An essay on the declining power of Ayatollah Ali Khamanei
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-09
Egypt’s Democratic Transition: Five Important Myths About the Economy and International Assistance
CEIP
A joint report on Egypt's economic prospects and needs
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-08
Elections in Tunisia Face Credibility Test
CEIP
A US commentary on the credibility of the current Tunisian elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-05
Iraq’s Never-Ending Process of Forming a Government
CEIP
A US commentary on the state of the Iraqi government
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-05
Lame Ducks and Divided Government: How Voters Control the Unaccountable
CESifo
This paper shows that voters consider the institutional environment when making electoral decisions
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-05
Can Ukraine Join Europe as Yanukovych Moves Away from EU Values?
Kyiv Post
A commentary on Ukraine's future in Europe
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-04
Syrian Army Shows Growing Signs of Strain
Washington Institute
A 3-page US policy brief analyzing the strains currently besetting the Syrian army
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-03
Critical Dialogue between Diverse Opposition Groups: Final Report
Arab Reform Initiative
The 83-page report of four conferences held to attempt a consensus for Arab reform
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-03
Beyond Tahrir: The Trajectory of Egypt's Transition
USIP
A report on a US speech made by a senior figure in Egypt's Supreme Council of the Armed Forces on the aims of the military
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-02
Mass Atrocities in Syria: the International Response
USIP
A US article examing the international response to the mass atrocities in Syria
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-02
Empowering Afghanistan: The Elements of a “Civilian Surge”
SDA, NATO
The 20-page report of a debate on Afghanistan's future
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-08-01
Yemen Between Regime Survival and Systemic Change
FSI
This 25-page US paper explores the options facing Yemen and President Ali Abdullah Saleh in light of the protests calling for democratic reform in the country in early 2011
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-01
Citizens' Engagement in Policymaking and the Design of Public Services
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 64-page Australian study concluding that citizen participation in policymaking and service design has been debated or attempted, but too infrequently realised
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-29
Citizens' Engagement in Policymaking and the Design of Public Services
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This 64-page Australian paper is primarily concerned with how the development of public policy might benefit from thoroughgoing engagement with citizens and other groups
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-25
The Politics of Resources, Resistance and Peripheries in Sudan
SAIIA
The historical and contemporary contexts, the politics of resources, resistance and peripheries in Sudan are analysed in this 28-page South African paper in order to identify the conflict drivers that shaped the political–economic and social environments of Sudan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-25
Evaluating Place-Based Approaches: A Window of Opportunity?
Policy Horizons Canada
A 3-page Canadian summary policy brief introducing the subject of place-based policymaking
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-21
Global Matrix: A Conceptual and Organisational Framework for Researching the Future of Global Governance
CEPS
This 26-page working paper advances in a systematic and structured inter-disciplinary (matrix) framework a research agenda for examining the stance of major world actors on the key policy dimensions to world politics
Governance & Politics, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-07-20
The Arab Regatta: A Half Year Report Card
CEPS
A 3-page commentary assessing the huge political transition taking place in the Arab world
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-20
The Arab uprising: Causes, prospects and Implications
FIIA
A 10-page Finnish briefing paper examining the Arab uprising
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-15
A Victory for the Iran-led Coalition
Gloria Center
An Israeli commentary on Syria's continuing influence in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-14
Nyetizdat: How the Internet Is Building Civil Society in Russia
AEI
This 10-page US outlook examines the importance of the Internet in current Russian politics
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-13
Open Government and e-Government: Democratic Challenges from a Public Value Perspective
Center for Technology in Government
This 9-page US paper considers open government (OG) within the context of egovernment and its broader implications for the future of public administration
Governance & Politics, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-07-13
The Republic of South Sudan: Opportunities and Challenges for Africa's Newest Country
CRS
A US report highlighting the challenges facing the the government of South Sudan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
Popular Protest in North Africa and the Middle East: The Syrian Regime’s Slow-motion Suicide
Crisis Group
This 42-page report examines the Syrian regime’s approach to the crisis facing it
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
Morocco: Reforming the Constitution, Fragmenting Identities
CEIP
This US article argues that enshrining Amazight as an official language in Morocco's newly approved constitution will have a lasting impact on Berber identity politics in North Africa
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-12
South Sudan's Challenge to Africa's Colonial Borders
CFR
A US brief on the implications of South Sudan independence for other secession movements in sub-Saharan Africa
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-11
Syrian Regime's Unsteady Hand
CFR
A US analysis of the Syrian government's reaction to demonstrations
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-11
Taiwan: Sovereignty and Participation in International Organizations
FPRI
A 5-page US bulletin considering the question of Taiwan's statehood
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-11
The Arab Uprisings of 2011: Ibn Khaldun Encounters Civil Society
FPRI
This 9-page US essay attempts to put the "Arab Spring" in perspective
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-11
South Sudan: Avoiding State Failure
Brookings
This US article addresses the nation-building challenges faced by South Sudan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-07-11
Lebanon: The Arab Spring's Wildcard?
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the political situation in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-04
Understanding Turkey's 2011 General Election Results
FPRI
A 3-page US essay focusing on the result of Turkey's general election
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-30
Elections in Africa: Mixed Blessings for Growth and Poverty Alleviation
DIIS
This 4-page Danish policy brief finds that although elections motivate political elites to be responsive to popular demands in Africa, the impacts on peoples’ livelihoods are ambiguous
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-30
An Enemy from Within: The Iranian Regime and the New Political Challenge
FPRI
A 4-page US essay on strains within the Iranian leadership
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-29
The Rise Of China's Economy
FPRI
A 7-page US essay on the nature and implications of recent developments and long-term changes in the economy of China
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-29
The Muslim Brotherhood
The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
A 96-page Israeli backgrounder on the worldview, objectives and methods of the Muslim Brotherhood
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-29
Third One is the Charm: Will AKP's Victory Finally Lead to a New Constitution in Turkey?
Brookings
A US analysis of the results of Turkey's June elections
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-06-29
Greece: Time for Some New Ideas
Brookings
A US commentary on Europe's Greek crisis
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-29
The Moroccan Spring
FPRI
This 2-page US essay considers the possibilities for democratization in Morocco
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-29
Bahrain: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 27-page US report on Bahrain's governance and security issues and US policy towards the state
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-23
Kenya: Current Conditions and the Challenges Ahead
CRS
A US review of the political and security situations in Kenya
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-23
Yemen: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
A 36-page US overview of the political and security prospects for Yemen
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-23
Afghanistan: The Impossible Transition
CEIP
This 30-page US paper argues that a combination of two critical problems threatens to undermine the mission of the United States–led coalition in Afghanistan: the failure of the counterinsurgency strategy and a disconnect between political objectives and military operations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-23
Lebanon’s New Government: Outlines and Challenges
CEIP
A US commentary on the prospects for Lebanon's new government
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-23
Syria and Lebanon: Diverging Paths of State Unsustainability
CEPS
This 20-page paper analyses the prospects for stability and sustainability in the states of Syria and Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-23
The Wikileaks Cables on Turkey: 20/20 Tunnel Vision
MERIA
An 8-page Israeli article interpreting the Wikileaks cables on Turkey
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-15
Indonesia: GAM vs GAM in the Aceh Elections
Crisis Group
This 12-page briefing looks at how the upcoming Aceh elections are deepening an old rivalry between Governor Irwandi Yusuf, who seeks to run for a second term as an independent candidate, and Partai Aceh, the GAM political party, led by its ex-“prime minister” Malik Mahmud
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-06-15
State-Building, Peace-Building and Service Delivery in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States
Practical Action et al.
A 62-page literature review on state-building, peace-building and service delivery in fragile and conflict-affected states (FCAS)
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-06-15
The Justice and Development Party in the Turkish Elections: A Limited Triumph
INSS
An Israeli analysis of the results of Turkey's recent elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-14
Precommitted Government Spending and Partisan Politics
CESifo
This 37-page working paper analyzes government commitments to ongoing spending programs that require future outlays
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-06-10
The Foreign Policies of Emerging-Market Democracies: What Role for Human Rights and Democracy?
Brookings
A 43-page report of the proceedings of a US meeting held to examine the foreign policies of emerging-market democracies
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-06-09
Ahmadinejad versus Khamenei: IRGC Wins, Civilians Lose
AEI
This 5-page US analysis argues that the conflict between the supreme leader and the president in Iran is likely to continue. However, the IRGC may be the main beneficiary of the continual battles between the two civilian leaders of the Islamic Republic
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-08
Popular Protest in North Africa and the Middle East (V): Making Sense of Libya
Crisis Group
This 41-page report examines the situation in Libya, and warns that insisting on Qaddafi’s departure as a precondition for any political initiative is to prolong the military conflict and deepen the crisis
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-06
The Arc: A Formal Structure for a Palestinian State
Rand Corporation
This recently re-released 105-page US volume examines options for strengthening the housing and transportation infrastructure of a potential future independent Palestinian state
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-06
Looking Ahead to September: Israel, the EU, and the “Moral Majority”
INSS
An Israeli article assessing the likely outcome of the vote in September at the UN General Assembly to recognize a Palestinian state
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-06
The Story of Indian Democracy
FPRI
A 4-page US essay on the development of democracy in India
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-06
Yemen Between Regime Survival and Systemic Change
FSI
This 25-page US paper explores the options facing Yemen and President Ali Abdullah Saleh in light of the protests calling for democratic reform in the country in early 2011. The paper maps out and assesses possible options for President Saleh and proposes a potential roadmap as a way to resolve the crisis
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-03
Authoritarian State Building in the Middle East: From Durability to Revolution
FSI
A 40-page US working paper explaining variation in the durability of authoritarian regimes in the post-colonial Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-03
International Approaches to Audiovisual Content Regulation: A Comparative Analysis of the Rgulatory Frameworks
Australian Communications and Media Authority
This 34-page Australian paper identifies and analyses current international approaches to content regulation in a converged and digital media and communications environment. In focusing on the current status of content regulation in selected jurisdictions
Science & Technology, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-02