Governance & Politics
Why Does Government Grow?
CIS
A 36-page Australiian paper examining some of the stylised facts in relation to the growth of government in the Western world generally, and Australia in particular
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-02
Crisis in the Congo
CFR
This contingency planning memorandum describes the Congo's vulnerability to electoral violence and renewed rebellion in the lead up to national elections in November
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-31
Learning to Walk without a Crutch: the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala
Crisis Group
This 27-page report examines the progress the CICIG, has made so far to support and assist domestic justice institutions in the investigation and prosecution of crimes committed by illegal security forces and clandestine security organisations (CIACS), to identify their structures, operations and financing and ultimately to dismantle them
Crime, Law & Order, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-31
Economic Constraint and Ukraine’s Security Policy
IFRI
This 24-page French paper examines the motivations for extending Russia's Crimean bas lease as well as the history of military reform in the country to find that economic interests rather than ideological issues have motivated decision making in this area
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-31
Does Morocco Have a Place in the GCC?
CEIP
A US article commenting on the GCC's invitation to Morocco to join the organisation
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-26
The Arab Spring and Sub-Saharan Africa
Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli analysis on the effect of the Arab Spring on sub-Saharan African (SSA) neighbours
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-26
Thailand: The Calm Before Another Storm?
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the political situation in Thailand
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-22
Palestinian Elections and the Hamas-Fatah Power Struggle
CEIP
A US article examining the prospects for Palestinian elections in the context of the Hamas-Fatah power struggle
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-22
Egyptian Democracy and the Sectarian Litmus Test
CEIP
A US commnentary on sectarian violence in Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-18
Ghana's Transformation
IPRI
A first-person account of John Kufuor's years as president, describing some of his administration’s most successful projects, especially those related to agriculture
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-17
Elections and Violence in Nigeria: The Question of Citizenship in Sub-Saharan Africa
Brookings
A US article considering the ramifications of citizenship in sub-Saharan Africa
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-05-16
The Politics of India's Unfinished Economic Reforms
GMFUS
This 4-page US brief forecasts that future economic liberalization in India will likely be hesitant, episodic, and half-hearted
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-15
Kosovo's New Map of Power: Governance and Crime in the Wake of Independence,
Clingendael
A 62-page Dutch research essay examines how post-independence Kosovo is governed
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-05-13
Arab Spring or Autumn?
ORG
This 4-page UK briefing assesses the state of the 'Arab Spring', principally in relation to Bahrain, Syria and Libya, and questions, whether the 'Spring' is already turning into 'Autumn'
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-13
Contribution of Behavioural Economics to Regulatory and Policy Impact Analysis
PRI
This 9-page Canadian brief explores how behavioral economics may contribute insights through analysis of the impact of regulations and policies
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-13
Uganda: Current Conditions and the Crisis in North Uganda
CRS
This 40-page US report discusses the origins and nature of the current crisis in Nothern Uganda
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-11
Jasmine in the Middle Kingdom
AEI
A 5-page US commentary on how China's version of the Arab world's "Jasmine Revolution" was a complete failure
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-08
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
The Politicization of Yemen’s Youth Revolution
CEIP
This US bulletin assesses the situation of Yemen's youth protesters
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-27
Turkey’s “Demonstrative Effect”and the Transformation of the Middle East
Insight Turkey
This 23-page Turkish article develops the concept of a “demonstrative effect” and argues that it is this “effect” that makes the Turkish political model of interest to the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-20
Russia and its Western Neighbours: A Watershed Moment
Inside Story
This Australian essay examines how jostling between Vladimir Putin and Dimitry Medvedev and trouble with neighbours could play out in very significant ways for Russia and its region
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-04-20
The Future of al-Nahda in Tunisia
CEIP
This 2-page US article assesses the future prospects for Tunisia's leading Islamist party
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-20
Palestinian Elections and the Hamas-Fatah Power Struggle
CEIP
A US article examining the prospects for Palestinian elections in the context of the Hamas-Fatah power struggle
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-14
Thailand: The Calm Before Another Storm?
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the political situation in Thailand
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-14
Understanding Chinese Society
FPRI
A 3-page US essay on the nature of Chinese society
Social Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-12
Turmoil in the Arabian Peninsula
FPRI
This 4-page US essay examines the current turmoil in the Arabian peninsula
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-12
The State of the Syrian Opposition
Dayan Center
A 5-page Israeli commentary on the state of the political opposition in Syria
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-12
Is the King’s Dilemma only for Presidents?
CEIP
A US article assessing the stability of Arab monarchies
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-12
Pivotal Elections for Emerging Peru
CFR
A US brief on political prospects in Peru
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-12
Russian Military Politics and Russia's 2010 Defense Doctrine
SSI
Three US papers (196 pages)illuminating the political struggles among the government and the military in Russia to forge a new defence doctrine
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-11
Europe's Flawed Arab Spring: Is the EU Really Willing to Support Arab Democracy?
FIIA
This 2-page Finnish commentary asserts that The EU’s proposal for a new partnership with the Mediterranean represents little more than a re-branding of existing policies and ignores the consequences of the Arab uprising
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-07
Meanwhile in the Maghreb
CFR
This US article considers how nervous the ruling regimes in Algeria and Morocco should be about their political futures
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-07
Breaking the Impasse: Constitutional Reform in Bosnia
FRIDE
This 5-page Spanish policy brief examines why efforts at constitutional reform in Bosnia have failed to date
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-07
Bangladesh: Successes in the Fight against Islamist Militancy
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on how the Bangladeshi government and judiciary have achieved remarkable successes in the fight against Islamist militancy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-07
Libya after Qaddafi: State Formation or State Collapse?
SWP
This 8-page German commentary argues that scenarios for the post-Qaddafi era include a new deal among former regime elites that would lead to renewed instability in the medium-term, or a more protracted, but ultimately more sustainable, state-building process
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-07
Don't Forget Syria
ISS
A 2-page European analysis warning the international community not to neglect developments in Syria
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-06
Yemen after Saleh
ISS
This European opinion piece highlights the risk that the potential for things going badly in Yemen after Saleh’s departure is great
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-04-06
Libya: Unrest and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 37-page US assessment of the security situation in Libya and its implications for US policy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-04-04
Yemen: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
A 51-page US report on political tension in Yemen and the implications for US policy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-04-04
The Status Quo Fatigue
AEI
This 9-page US brief argues that circumstances in Russia point to the gradual erosion of legitimacy and political institutions--or a sudden collapse of the regime, like the recent Egyptian antiauthoritarian revolt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-03
Egypt's Real Debates Begin
CFR
A US brief on the uncertainties facing Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-01
Thailand: A Democratic Failure and Its Lessons for the Middle East
CFR
This US brief warns that initial, exuberant glimpses of democratic reform can prove a mirage, and toppling a dictator hardly guarantees a smooth path to consolidated democracy
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-01
Obstacles on the Path of Tunisia’s Democratic Transformation
CEIP
A US analysis explaining how the absence of a unified voice for the revolution has led to a an incoherent and muddled transition process in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-31
Libya, Bahrain and NATO
ORG
This 4-page UK security briefing looks at the ongoing political protests across the Middle East, the aftermath of the fall of the Mubarak regime in Egypt and NATO's current role in Libya
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-31
West Censoring East: The Use of Western Technologies by Middle East Censors 2010-2011
OpenNet Initiative
This 21-page paper analyses the use of American- and Canadianmade software for the purpose of government-level filtering in the Middle East and North Africa
Governance & Politics, Science & TechnologyPosted: 2011-03-31
Reforming Pakistan’s Electoral System
Crisis Group
This 39-page report examines Pakiistan's electoral system with its troubled history of widespread rigging and fraud, facilitated by the civil-military bureaucracy, and identifies measures to make electoral institutions independent, impartial and effective
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-03-30
Afghanistan: Situation Assessment, March 2011
INSS
An Israeli analysis of the security and political situation in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-30
Behind the Tensions in Syria : The Socio-Economic Dimension
Dayan Center
A 6-page Israeli analysis of the causes of unrest in Syria
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-03-30
Conflict Risk Alert: Syria
Crisis Group
A media release highlighting the options facing the Syrian leadership
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-03-25
Qaradawi's Return and Islamic Leadership in Egypt
FPRI
This 3-page US article explores both how Qaradawi’s actions injected an “Islamic” vision into the revolution, and why his actions were not perceived as reflecting theocratic ambitions
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-25
The Middle East in the Aftermath of Arab Revolutions in Tunisia and Egypt
Arab Reform Initiative
The 7-page summary of a conference address analysing the situation in the Middle East in the aftermath of the Tunisian and Egyptian revolutions
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-03-24
Qaddafi's Tobruk
EWI
A commentary illustrating how the campaigns of WWII provide strategic insights on today’s conflict in Libya
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-03-24
The Limits of Endless Revolution
CEIP
This 4-page policy brief concludes that we should not exaggerate the possibility that the revolutions in Tunisia, Egypt and Libya will set off a chain reaction throughout the Arab world or the wider Muslim world
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-23
The Deep Roots of Bahrain’s Unrest
CEIP
A US commentary on the roots of unrest in Bahrain
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-23
Rethinking Internal Security in Egypt
CEIP
This US commentary argues that there is no way for the country to make a transition to real democracy if its internal security services resume their pre-January 25 mode of operation
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-03-23
Spillovers from the Arab Revolts: Is Armenia next in line?
CEPS
A 5-page policy brief contemplating four possible scenarios for the country’s future development and suggests possible responses from the EU
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-23
Post-Revolutionary Georgia on the Edge?
Chatham House
A 16-page UK briefing paper arguing that there is reason to question the sustainability of Georgia's economic model and the stability of the post-war political situation
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-23
Crackdown in Bahrain
Chatham House
This UK commentary argues that Bahrain's internal problems will not be solved militarily, and the intervention of Sunni troops from overseas in a Shia-majority country will add to sectarian tensions in the wider Middle East.
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-03-23
Air Strikes, and Questions, Mount Over Libya
CFR
A US analysis of the objectives of the international air campaign in Libya
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-23
Will the Arab World Follow Ukraine’s Path?
ICPS
A Ukrainian article on applying the lessons of the Orange Revolution to Arab reform
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-22
The Chávez Model Threatens Ecuador
AEI
A 6-page US memorandum describing how Rafael Correa is imposing his own autocratic vision for his country's path to salvation, and, how in so doing, he has made common cause with rogue international actors and criminal groups
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-03-22
Justice or Stability? Hizbullah, the Special Tribunal for Lebanon and Consequences for the Region
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 12-page Australian paper explores what the outcomes of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon (investigating the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri) will mean for both key domestic actors in Lebanese politics such as Hizbullah, and regional players like Syria, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United States
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-22
Cyberspace Governance: The Next Step
CFR
This 4-page US memorandum argues that by focusing on some of the norms of interstate cyberconflict, and on thresholds and legitimate targets in particular, the United States will be better able to begin shaping international cyberspace governance
Science & Technology, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-21
Sri Lanka: Forgotten Prisoners
Amnesty International
An 8-page report on how thousands of people are languishing in detention without charge or trial under Sri Lanka’s repressive anti-terrorism laws. Sometimes held in secret prisons, they are vulnerable to a whole range of abuses, including torture or being killed in custody
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-14
The Real Military Options in Libya
Brookings
A US article examining the military options open to the US in Libya
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-14
The Three Strategic Visions of Turkey
Brookings
This 5-page US analysis argues that a nuanced debate on Turkish foreign policy should take into consideration three different visions of Turkey’s place in the international order: (1) Neo-Ottomanism, (2) Kemalism and (3) Turkish Gaullism
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-14
An Emergency Management Framework for Canada
Public Safety Canada
A 20-page second edition of Canada's framework designed to guide ministers responsible for emergency management to work together to improve and enhance the emergency response
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-11
Authoritarian State Building in the Middle East: From Durability to Revolution
CDDRL
A 40-page US working paper that explains the variation in the durability of authoritarian regimes in the post-colonial Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-11
The End of Quiet for the Palestinian Authority?
Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli commentary considering the PA’s chances of maintaining social and political stability and further advancing the process of state-building
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-10
What the Tunisian and Egyptian Uprisings Mean for the Middle East
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 14-page Australian perspective examines the consequences for the Middle East of the uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-10
Civilian Capacity in the Aftermath of Conflict
UN Secretary-General
A48-page independent report considering how communities emerging from conflict can deal with a critical shortage of the capacities needed to secure a sustainable peace — the core capacities to run a government, to re-establish institutions of justice, to reintegrate demobilizing fighters, to revitalize the economy, to restore basic health and education, and many more
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-10
Why Syria Is Unlikely to be Next . . . for Now
CEIP
A US commentary assessing the likelihood of a popular uprising in Syria
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-10
Myanmar's Post-election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page report argues the international community should seize the opportunity to encourage greater openness and reform in Myanmar
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-10
Report of the International Narcotics Control Board for 2010
The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB)
This 160-page report highlights the International Narcotics Control Board's concerns about issues such as designer drugs, synthetic cannabinoids and precursor chemicals and also presents regional developments and recommendations for governments
Drug Abuse, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-10
The Gulf and the "Arab Rage"
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the implications of Middle East unrest for the Gulf states
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-09
Turkey's Changing Foreign Policy and Its International Ramifications
FPRI
A 3-page US commentary on Turkey's new friendship with Iran
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-09
Democratization in Egypt: The Potential Role of Decentralization
Urban Institute
This 5-page US policy brief highlights the role decentralization can play in reforming Egypt's public sector to ensure its responsiveness to the needs of the people
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-09
Failed States, Vicious Cycles, and a Proposal
CGD
This 14-page US working paper examines the problems of failed states, including the repeated return to power of former warlords, which he argues causes institutions to become weaker and people to get poorer
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-03-08
The Arab Democracy Paradox
Brookings
A US commentary on the progress of democracy in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-07
Myanmar’s Post-Election Landscape
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing examines the opportunities offered by the generational and political transitions under way following the elections, and encourages Western governments to urgently adopt a new approach towards the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-07
Iran's Secret Network: Major General Qassem Suleimani’s Inner Circle
AEI
This 10-page US bulletin identifies members of Suleimani's network within and outside the IRGC. It also argues that fluctuations in their careers could serve as indicators of Suleimani's authority in the Islamic Republic
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-04
Libya: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This US report provides background information on Libya and U.S.-Libyan relations; discusses Libya’s political and economic reform efforts
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-04
Southern Sudan's Self-Determination Referendum: Two Narratives
Clingendael
A personal Dutch commentary on the recent vote on whether Southern Sudan will remain part of a united Sudan or found its own state
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-03-04
Iraq’s Petroleum Impasse
CEIP
A US article offering proposals for the optimization of Iraq's oil wealth
Governance & Politics, EnergyPosted: 2011-03-03
International Experiences on Government Land Development Companies: What Can Be Learned?
Urban Institute
This 87-page US working paper reviews ten case studies in which governments have experimented with government land development corporations
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-03
After Egypt
ORG
This 4-page UK security briefing seeks to assess the significance of the developments of the past four weeks across the Arab world and attempts to put this in a wider context
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-03
Libya in Crisis ... What's Next?
FPRI
A 5-page US bulletin examining Libya's future prospects
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-03-03
Breaking the Cycle of North Korean Provocations
Committee on Foreign Relations - US Senate
A 10-page US testimony on the economy and governance of North Korea
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-02
Cairo Viewed from Gaza: Too Soon to Celebrate
INSS
An Israeli article assessing possible Hamas reactions to recent events in Egypt
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-28
Iraq’s Day of Anger: Democracy for Arabs, Electricity for Iraqis
Dayan Center
A 15-page Israeli essay that examines the "Egypt effect" through the prism of Iraq and its discourse on democracy may provide insights regarding regional turmoil in the Middle East
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-28
Libya's Leadership Crossroads
CFR
This US brief explaining that the elements that would allow for a smooth and peaceful transition of power in Libya are absent
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-28
Libya’s Startling Failure: Unforeseen or Ignored?
Brookings
A US blog arguing that political risk analysts and foreign aid agencies will need to pay closer attention to the importance of democratic governance in affecting a country’s political stability
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-28
The Next Supreme Leader: Succession in the Islamic Republic of Iran
Rand Corporation
This 120-page US book identifies three key factors that will shape succession of the next Supreme Leader and outlines five alternative scenarios for the post-Khamenei era. It situates all of this within the context of the June 2009 election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-28
Is Uganda Ready for Oil Revenues?
SAIIA
This 4-page South African policy briefing considers Uganda's ability to cope with expected oil revenues
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-28
Beyond Cairo: Prospects for Change in the Middle East
"The Hill"
A US article assessing the implications of the momentous events in Tunisia and Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-25
China’s Worried Response to the Uprisings in the Middle East
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the reaction of the Chinese Communist Party to the success of popular movements in the Middle East
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-25
Jordan's Future Challenges
Gloria Center
This 13-page Israeli commentary asserts that the Jordanian king will have to institute greater and more fundamental reforms in order to maintain the basic pact between the monarchy and the people and to prevent Jordanians from beginning to question the legitimacy of his rule
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-24
Prospects for a New Lebanese Government
CEIP
This US commentary argues that Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Najib Mikati may not be able to deliver on his promise to create a national unity government
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-24
The Libyans Must be Protected from Qadaffi
ISS Europa
A security analyysis calling for the international community must urgently stop Qaddafi’s murderous madness against peaceful demonstrators whose only crime is to ask for freedom and a better life
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-23
The Future of Democracy in the Arab World: How Relevant is the Turkish Experience?
ISS Europa
An opinion piece arguing that only be after consolidating essential democratic institutions that Arab countries will learn to successfully combine Islam, democracy and modernity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-23