Policy pointers

This 20-page briefing examines the situation in Afghanistan after seven years of U.S.-led intervention and highlights what should be done and what should not be done for the country to find a path to stability

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-03-22

Afghanistan: From Presidential to Parliamentary Elections

International Crisis Group

A 42-page report stressing the importance of the forthcoming parliamentary and local elections in Afghanistan, and the need for the Afghan government and international community to deal with critical internal problems prior to the elections

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-25

Afghanistan and Pakistan On The Brink: Framing U.S. Policy Options

CSIS

This 32-page US report discusses policy options for addressing the deteriorating security and economic situations in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-03-04

Administrative Theory, Interpersonal Relations and Anti-Corruption Practice in Papua New Guinea

Crawford School

A 13-page Australian paper studying anti-corruption as a practical, administrative activity, and examining its application to Papua New Guinea

Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-15

Administrative Burdens of Regulation: Communities and Local Government

HM Government

A 7-page UK report summarizing the cost burdens imposed by local government regulation

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-12-12

Adieu Europe?

Centre for European Reform

An article commenting on the state of European integration

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-04

Addressing the Accountability Deficit: Why Paul Martin's Minority Government Must Pay More Attention to the Three A's

Institute for Research on Public Policy

A 16-page Canadian paper stressing the importance of government accountability in reducing the democratic deficit

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-18

Aceh's Local Elections: The Role of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM)

Crisis Group

A 16-page briefing examining the implications of electoral infighting within the Free Aceh Movement (GAM)

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-11-29

Aceh: Post-Conflict Complications

Crisis Group

A 25-page report examining political developments since the victory of the Free Aceh Movement in the December 2006 local elections

Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-10-04

Accounting for South Africa's Successful Transition to Democracy

Crisis States Development Research Centre

A 10-page discussion paper examining the reasons for, and the limits to, South Africa's successful transition to democracy

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-23

Accountable Government: A guide for Ministers

Privy Council - Canada

This 60-page guide sets out core principles regarding the role and responsibilities of ministers in Canada's system of responsible parliamentary government

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-07

Abkhazia: Deepening Dependence

Crisis Group

This 26-page report gives a snapshot of the current situation, particularly the extent of Russian economic, political and cultural dominance in Abkhazia

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-01

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

A Turning Tide in Lebanon

CEIP

This US article traces the turning political tide in Lebanon

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16

A Tunisian Solution for Egypt’s Military

"Foreign Affairs"

This US article explains that Egypt’s military does not have the stranglehold on power that many think, and a real Tunisian solution -- a civilian government free of military involvement -- could come to Egypt as well

Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-23

A Treaty Too Far?

Chatham House

This 4-page UK article argues that inspired leadership and a new spirit of openness are needed if the Lisbon Treaty is to win the consent and favour of European citizens

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-03

A Toxic Cocktail: Pakistan's Growing Instability

USIP

The report of an expert discussion group on the potential for worsening conflict in Pakistan and the prospects for stability

Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-08

A Tale of Two Africas

CFR

A US commentary comparing the differing aftermaths of recent elections in Ghana and Guinea

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-20

A Survey of Codes of Conduct in Australian and Selected Overseas Parliaments

Parliamentary Library - Australia

This brief summarizes the approach taken in Australian and selected overseas parliaments to codes of conduct for ministers and members of parliament

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-25

A Study of Civil Society in Nicaragua

Norwegian Institute of International Affairs

An 80-page Norwegian report providing an analysis of civil society in Nicaragua, especially the relationship between organisations of civil society and the state and issues of representation and accountability

Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-03-27

A Step Backwards in Serbia

German Institute for International and Security Affairs

A 4-page commentary on the political situation in Serbia, and how the West can help

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-18

A Statistical Analysis of the Quality of Impact Assessment in the European Union

AEI-Brookings

A 27-page study of the quality of the impact assessments of EU initiatives

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-25

A Reinforced Obstacle to Democracy

CEPS

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

Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-04

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

A People’s Peace in Cyprus: Testing Public Opinion on the Options for a Comprehensive Settlement

CEPS

A 118-page book containing the results of a survey, conducted simultaneously in the Southern and Northern parts of the island in January and February 2009. It delves into the Cypriots’ views on the thorniest questions of the conflict

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-13

A Palestinian Deal in the Season of Remarkable Change

The National

A US op-ed on the Fatah-Hamas agreement

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-05

A NSW Charter of Rights? The Continuing Debate

Research Service - Parliament of New South Wales

This 95-page Australian briefing paper surveys recent developments in human rights legislation in Canada, New Zealand, the UK and ACT (Australia)

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-15

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

A New Socio-Political Breeze in South Korea: The New Left and Right

Pacific Forum CSIS

A 21-page commentary explaining the emergence of the new 'Left' and 'Right' political groupings in South Korea

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-12-08

A New Social Architecture for Canada's 21st Century: Research Highlights

Canadian Policy Research Networks

A 10-page summary of a series of reports on different aspects of redesigning Canada's social policy framework to respond to new risks and social reality of the 21st century

Social Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-21

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 New Jordanian Government

INSS

An Israeli commentary on the current political situation in Jordan

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-14

A New Foreign Policy for Ukraine: Four Strategic Priorities

ICPS

An 11-page Ukrainian article proposing a new foreign policy direction for Ukraine

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-03

A New Direction for Bush Administration Climate Policy

AEI

A paper examining the climate policy options for the current US Administration

Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-22

A New Chance for Darfur

Project Syndicate

An article proposing policies that the international community might adopt to bring about improvements in Darfur

Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2008-05-15

A Matter of Trust: How the Revolving Door Undermines Public Confidence in Government - And What To Do About It

Revolving Door Working Group

This 76-page report examines how the "revolving door" operates in the U.S., and identifies the inadequaces of the current regulatory framework that governs it

Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2005-11-03

A Lasting Glow: Seizing the Optimism of the Arab Spring

IPPR

This UK article predicts the seeds of the Arab Spring spreading further across the Middle East, with regime change on the way in Syria and even Iran

Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-10

A Guide to the Referenda on the E.U. Constitutional Treaty

Centre for European Reform

A 6-page briefing note about the referenda on the E.U. Constitutional Treaty

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-03

A Fresh Look at Global Governance: Exploring Objective Criteria for Representation

CGD

This 27-page US working paper considers what would constitute a representational and effective system of global governance in today's geopolitical climate

Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-02-10

A Framework for Democratic Party Building

Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy

A handbook for democratic party building resulting from an international workshop on the institutional development of political parties

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-16

A Festival of Populism: Slovakia After Its 2004 Presidential Election

German Institute for International Politics and Security

A 7-page commentary on the implications for the E.U. of the electoral success of populist politicians in Slovakia

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2004-05-22

A Family Affair: The Generational Turnover and the Stability of the Saudi Kingdom

INSS

An Israeli commentary on the succession issue in Saudi Arabia

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-07

A Face of Islam: Muhammad-Sodig Muhammad-Yusuf

CEIP

A 36-page US paper providing an in-depth analysis of Uzbekistan's most prominent theologian and his relevance to the potential problems of Central Asia

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-25

A European Alternative Belarus

ICDT

This 31-page report proposes a pathway for Belarus to achieve an independent, democratic and open status within Europe

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-23

A Dying Revolution? Polarization and Uncertainty in Egypt

Brookings

The report of a recent visit to Egypt

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-14

A Defining Moment for the “King of Kings”

CEIP

A US article assessing the future direction of Qaddafi's policies and actions

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-11

A Declining Technocratic Regime: Bureaucracy, Political Parties and Interest Groups in Japan, 1950-2000

UNRISD

A 39-page case study of the technocratic style of policy making in Japan

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-04-02

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

A Collapsing Facade? The Russian Duma Elections in Perspective

UPI - FIIA

This 78-page Finninsh briefing paper analyzes current political trends in Russia

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-09

A Collapsing Facade: The Russian Duma Election in Perspective

UPI

A 7-page Finnish briefing paper on the political direction of Russia under Putin

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-08

A Code for the Future: A Consultation Paper on the Review of the Code of Conduct for Members

Standards Board for England

A 46-page U.K. consultation paper to review the effectiveness of the Code of Conduct for members of local government authorities and explore ways in which it could be improved

Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2005-02-22

A Closer Look at the Progress of Reform in Georgia

CIPE

A 6-page article describing the extent of reform in Georgia since the 2003 'Rose Revolution'

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-06

A Citizens Compact: Reaching Out to the Citizens of Europe

European Policy Institutes Network

A 10-page paper proposing the adoption of a 'Citizens Compact', as a way of reducing the EU's democratic deficit without treaty reform

Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2005-10-08

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

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

A Blueprint for Global Leadership in the 21st Century

Peterson Institute

A US speech highlighting the necessity of providing a foundation for a viable "blueprint for global leadership in the 21st century."

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-11

A Better Way to Support Middle East Reform

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

An 8-page U.S. policy brief proposing a restructuring of the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI)

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-16

5 Trends That Are Transforming Government

PPF

A 38-page paper comprising articles on each of the 5 trends transforming government in Canada

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-10

21st Century Challenges: Reexamining the Base of the Federal Government

U.S. Government Accountability Office

A 96-page U.S. report designed to assist Congress in reviewing and reconsidering the base of Federal spending and tax programs

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-21

2004 General Election: Interim Report

Centre for Monitoring Election Violence

This 21-page report describes election-related violence in Sri Lanka during the current general election

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-31

20 Years of Milo Dukanovic's Regime?

IFIMES

A Slovene update on the political situation in Montenegro

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-18

What Can Be Expected from the Czech EU Presidency?

CEPS

A 5-page commentary on what might be expected from the Czech presidency of the EU

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-13

Towards A Socially Responsible and Democratic Global Economic System:

FES

This 9-page US briefing paper proposes principles for strengthening reform efforts to increase transparency and accountability in the governance of financial institutions in order to move towards a more socially responsible and democratic global economic system

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-11

The Performance Governance System in the Philippines: Building the Capacity of Local Institutions

CIPE

This 9-page US paper describes ISA’s Performace Governance System (PGS), a successful management tool for local governments, civil society, and the private sector to work together on improving governance, service delivery, and community living standards

Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-05-03

The Opportunities and Limits of Global Governance by Clubs

SWP

An 8-page German commentary on the place of club governancein the multilateral system

Governance & Politics, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-09-16

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

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

Russia's Politics Amidst the Global Economic Crisis: An Empty Scoreboard?

FIIA

A 7-page Finnish briefing paper assessing the response of Russia's political leadership to the global financial crisis

Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-07

Legal Analysis of the Global Financial Crisis from an EU Perspective

Swedish Institute for European Studies

This 8-page Swedish policy analysis looks into legal and institutional issues that are linked to the financial crisis from the EU's point of view. He also offers readers a short assessment of the measures taken during the G20 in London in April 2009 and focuses on the possible impact of the crisis on the EU's future development

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-13

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

Japan's Foreign Policy and the Alliance: Transcending Change with Trust

CSIS

A 2-page US brief considering the foreign policy implications of Japan's recent change in government

Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-28

Has Arab Business Ever Been, or Will it Be, a Player for Reform?

Arab Reform Initiative

This 18-page policy paper explores to what extent the private sector is truly private in the GCC and asks whether the recent economic crisis can set the stage for potentially more mature interest group politics and a wider contribution of business to reform processes

Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-28

Guide to Rebuilding Governance in Stability Operations: A Role for the Military?

SSI

This 84-page US guide focuses on the military’s role in rebuilding and establishing a functional, effective, and legitimate nation-state; one that can assure security and stability for its citizens, defend its borders, deliver services effectively for its populace, and is responsible and accountable to its citizens

Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-08-09

Elections in Latin America: The Problematic Use of a Democratic Institution

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on certain states in Latin America,where elections not only serve as a source of democratic legitimation and a form of political oversight, but are also used by both ruling parties and opposition forces in certain situations as a means to extend their own power

Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-17

Egypt's Post-Mubarak Path

CFR

A US analysis brief on Egypt's post-Mubarak direction

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-13

Croatia after the Assassinations: Chances for New Reform Dynamics

SWP

A 4-page German commentary on the pressures for political reform in Croatia, following two assassinations

Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2008-12-05

A Eurosceptic Big Bang: Finland's EU Policy in Hindsight of the 2011 Elections

FIIA

This 7-page Finnish briefing paper explains how the broad consensus on EU affairs in Finland has broken down, at least temporarily

European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-24

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

Toward an Afghan Democracy? Exploring Perceptions of Democratization in Afghanistan

CIPE

This 11-page US article argues that the future of democratization in Afghanistan depends on redefining the concept of democracy according to Afghan perspectives

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-04

The Army and Elections in Myanmar

AJISS

A 6-page Japanese analysis of Myanmar's forthcoming elections

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-17

Islamising Indonesia: the rise of Jemaah Tarbiyah and the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS)

ANU E Press

This 310-page Australian monograph provides an overview of the development of PKS from its Tarbiyah movement origins to its impressive success at the 2004 general elections. It considers the party’s attitude towards the issues of sharia implementation and community welfare and closes by examining the future challenges facing PKS.

Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-04

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