Governance & Politics
Pushing Towards Party Politics? Kuwait
CEIP
This 24-page report explores how the Islamic Constitutional Movement (ICM) in Kuwait is attempting to gain political legitimacy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-22
Islamists in Politics: The Dynamics of Participation
CEIP
A 32-page US paper examining the participation of Islamist movements in politics in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-23
Yemen on the Brink: Implications for U.S. Policy
CEIP
This 16-page US House testimony deals with the confluence of looming challenges that threaten to overwhelm the Yemeni government
Governance & Politics, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2010-02-06
Who Will be Arafat's True Successor?
CEIP
A 2-page US commentary on the leadership struggle within the Palestinian political organisations
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-15
Building a Better Yemen
CEIP
This 26-page US paper argues that it is Yemen’s contentious politics and its lack of institutional development that constitute the main obstacle to surmounting present economic difficulties
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-04-06
De-Radicalizing Jihadists the Libyan Way
CEIP
A US article describing the Libyan de-radicalization process
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-07
Opaque and Messy Elections
CEIP
A US commentary on Egypt's recent parliamentary elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-01
Egypt’s Transition in Crisis
CEIP
A US article claiming that Egypt risks following the wrong Turkish model, with the military, backed by other key institutions and secular political parties, acting against Islamist movements
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-06
Requiem for Palestinian Reform: Clear Lessons from a Troubled Record
CEIP
This 24-page US paper examines recent democratic reform in Palestine, the consequences of Hamas' electoral victory and the lessons for the Arab and international communities
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-21
Time to Pursue Democracy in Egypt
CEIP
An 8-page US policy outlook outlining the major implications of Egypt's current political climate
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-21
Jordan Seeks to Preempt Discontent with New Government
CEIP
This US article questions whether Jordanian Prime Minister Bakhit’s cabinet will implement changes that insulate Jordan from the pressure of mass protests
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-21
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
China's Economic Fluctuations and Their Implications for its Rural Economy
CEIP
A 110-page updated US report on the size and nature of China's economy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-30
U.S. Democracy Promotion During and After Bush
CEIP
A 42-page US report on how the Bush Administration has affected US democracy promotion efforts
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-09-05
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
The Politicization of Yemen’s Youth Revolution
CEIP
This US bulletin assesses the situation of Yemen's youth protesters
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-27
The State of Iraq
CEIP
A 30-page US paper arguing that the eventual outcome for Iraq depends on whether the political factions that dominate the country and tear it apart find it in their interest to forge a real compromise or conclude that they would benefit more from going in separate directions
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2012-02-12
Lebanon in Precarious Drift as Parliament Fails to Elect President
CEIP
A 3-page US commentary on the internal and regional dangers of Lebanon's political stalemate
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-03
An Alternative Afghanistan Strategy
CEIP
A 114-page US report arguing that a long-term commitment to building an effective Afghan state is the only way to achieve victory and defend U.S. national security objectives.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-20
Inside Palestine
CEIP
A 21-page special issue examining the most pressing concerns for the Palestinians
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-12-03
Egyptian Democracy and the Sectarian Litmus Test
CEIP
A US commnentary on sectarian violence in Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-18
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
Aiding Governance in Developing Countries: Progress Amid Uncertainties
CEIP
A 42-page US report on how aid practitioners have begun accumulating important insights about how to improve governance aid
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-01
Russia’s Election: Protests and Power
CEIP
A US Q&A dealing with major issues relevent to the presidential election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-29
A Turning Tide in Lebanon
CEIP
This US article traces the turning political tide in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16
Putin's Platform
CEIP
A US commentary on Putin's approach to the forthcoming presidential election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-29
Kuwait: Politics in a Participatory Regime
CEIP
A 28-page paper examining Kuwait's progress towards democratization
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-08-09
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
South Caucasus: (Almost) Grown Up At 20
CEIP
A US commentary on how the South Caucasian states have developed since the collapse of the Soviet Union
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-30
Egypt’s Judges in a Revolutionary Age
CEIP
This 26-page US paper examines the possibilities for judicial independence in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-02-23
Corruption in Jordan: It’s the Mechanisms, Not Manifestations, that Matter
CEIP
This US article explains how, in Jordan, a network of laws is in place that acts to entrench corruption
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-11
Is the King’s Dilemma only for Presidents?
CEIP
A US article assessing the stability of Arab monarchies
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-12
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
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 Long-Delayed Hope for Fatah’s Rebirth
CEIP
An article assessing the prospects for a Fatah revival
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-06
Old Players and New in the Bahraini Elections
CEIP
A background article on the forthcoming parliamentary elections in Bahrain
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-03
Kazakhstan’s Political (r)evolution
CEIP
A US commentary on political and security-related developments in Kazakhstan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-06
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
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
Democracy Policy Under Obama: Revitalization or Retreat?
CEIP
A 58-page US paper explaining how, despite an initial inclination to lower the profile of U.S. democracy promotion, President Obama has had to confront a series of urgent, visible cases, from political upheaval in multiple Arab countries and unexpected events in Russia to thwarted elections in Côte d’Ivoire and beyond
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-01-13
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
Hurting Stalemate in Syria
CEIP
A US commentary on the likely future of the existing Syrian regime
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2012-02-01
Egypt Can’t Replicate the Turkish Model: But It Can Learn From It
CEIP
A US article arguing that although reformists tout the “Turkish model” as an example for Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, the countries’ different neoliberal trajectories suggest that Egypt’s Islamist parties have a much more difficult road ahead
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
Elections in Tunisia Face Credibility Test
CEIP
A US commentary on the credibility of the current Tunisian elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-05
Egypt and Islamic Sharia: A Guide for the Perplexed
CEIP
This US Q&A explains what the Islamic sharia is—and is not—and how it might be interpreted in Egypt’s new political system
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-19
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
Egypt’s Constitution: Conflicting Visions
CEIP
This US article raises the possibility that a new Egyptian constitution may produce a dysfunctional and undemocratic outcome
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-10
The Generals’ Secret: Egypt’s Ambivalent Market
CEIP
This US article details civil production facilities owned by Egypt's generals
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-10
Jordan's New Electoral Law Disappoints Reformers
CEIP
A US critique of Jordan's new electoral law
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-24
Are the Kurds Still Kingmakers in Iraq?
CEIP
A US article describing the political situation of the Kurds in Iraq
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-05-28
The Road Out of Gaza
CEIP
An 18-page US policy paper focusing on the need to rebuild Palestinian institutions if peace is to be achieved
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-03-13
Reading Khomenei
CEIP
A 42-page US in-depth political profile of Iran's Supreme Leader
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-03-13
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
Brazil in the Global Economy: Measuring the Gains From Trade
CEIP
This 136-page US paper analyzes how Brazilian policy makers face complicated challenges as they try to grow the economy in ways that will generate better livelihoods and incomes
Globalisation & International Trade, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-04-11
When Victory Becomes an Option: Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood Confronts Success
CEIP
This 30-page US paper argues that if it is to be successful in government, the Muslim Brotherhood must start setting its foreign policy, economic, and cultural priorities
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
Why Palestinians Will Not Hold Elections, at Least for Now
CEIP
This US article explains how the Palestinian political system is entering into an extended period of stagnation characterized by authoritarian, police state rule, whether in the West Bank or Gaza
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-22
Duma Elections: Expert Analysis
CEIP
Several US analyses of Russia's election results and what the public response might mean for the country’s future
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-16
Iraq’s Petroleum Impasse
CEIP
A US article offering proposals for the optimization of Iraq's oil wealth
Governance & Politics, EnergyPosted: 2011-03-03
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
Is Kuwait Out of the Impasse?
CEIP
A US commentary on the political climate in Kuwait
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-09
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
European Foreign Policy and the Euro Crisis
CEIP
A US Q&A concluding that the euro crisis demonstrates the fundamental need for cooperation and in the long run EU member states will be drawn closer together
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-02
The Underachiever: Ukraine's Economy Since 1991
CEIP
This 34-page US paper analyzes the reasons why Ukraine is seen as an underachiever, sometimes as a sick man of Europe, and perhaps even as a potentially failed state thanks to its geopolitical situation, historical burdens, and the mistakes made in institutional development and policy
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-13
Day or Night?
CEIP
A US article assessing the future direction of government in Sudan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-03-11
The Kingdom Divided
CEIP
A US article assessing the stability of government in Saudi Arabia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-09
Filling the Void: Dispatch from Afghanistan
CEIP
A brief US analysis of the political and security situation in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-08-28
The Deep Roots of Bahrain’s Unrest
CEIP
A US commentary on the roots of unrest in Bahrain
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-23
Life After the Russian Presidential Election
CEIP
A US article examining the political implications of Russia's presidential election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-09
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
Democracy on Hold in Yemen
CEIP
A US article reporting on the progress of democratization in Yemen
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-14
Stabilizing Afghanistan: Threats and Challenges
CEIP
This 8-page US policy focus examines the prerequisites for the stabilization of Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-28
Egypt’s Next President
CEIP
A US analysis of the forthcoming presidential election in Egypt and its likely outcome |
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-11
The Moldovan Jigsaw
CEIP
A US commentary on the current political situation in Moldova
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-25
Lebanese Civil-Military Dynamics: Weathering the Regional Storm?
CEIP
This US report describes how a Jordanian trial singles out Islamists on charges of terrorism and casts doubts on the kingdom’s path towards genuine political reform, its commitment to the rule of law, and its stated desire to protect the rights of freedom of expression and assembly.
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-11-25
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
Egypt: Don't Give Up on Democracy Promotion
CEIP
This 8-page US policy brief assesses the chances of success for US democracy promotion in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-10
What Does “Reform” Mean in Saudi Arabia?
CEIP
An article on the status of political reform in Saudi Arabia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-07-30
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
Arguing and Bargaining in the European Convention
Center for Transatlantic, Foreign and Security Policy Studies
A draft 18-page paper investigating the relative contributions of argument and persuasion to the adoption of the European Convention Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-01-07
Moving Government Decisionmaking into the Information Age
Center for American Progress
A 19-page U.S. report proposing an investment and harnessing of new technology to build an information infrastructure for stronger health, safety and environmental protection
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-15
The Bertelsmann Transformation Index 2006
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A special edition of "Strategic Insights" devoted to the Bertelsmann Transformation Index 2006, the global ranking that analyses development and transformation processes in 119 countries. Single page with links to all articles
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2005-12-07
Politics in a Stabilizing Democracy: South Africa's 2004 Election
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A 10-page preliminary assessment of the 2004 electoral results in South Africa
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-05-04
Winds of Change Across the Andes: An Introduction
Center for Contemporary Conflict
An introductory article linking to 4 essays discussing the state of democratization in the Andean subregion
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-02-13
Interim Governments
Center for Contemporary Conflict
A special issue of "Strategic Insights" including a conference report and four case studies on interim governments (single page linking to all items)
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-01-08
The Broader Middle East Initiative: Requirements for Success in the Gulf
Center for Contemporary Conflict
An 11-page article examining the Broader Middle East Initiative, considering in particular relalistic goals, key areas for reform and implementation problems
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-09
Bolivia's Challenges
Center for Economic and Social Research
A 24-page US report examining the prospects for Bolivia's economic and social reform
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-16
ZEI Report August 2004
Center for European Integration Studies
This 8-page issue of a quarterly newsletter features several articles relevant to different aspects of European integration
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-30
The European Constitution and its Ratification Crisis
Center for European Integration Studies
This 174-page seminar report presents the state of discussions concerning the European constitutional crisis in all member states
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-10
The Global Proliferation of Regional Integration: European Experience and Worldwide Trends
Center for European Integration Studies
A 13-page paper examining the growth of international co-operation, particularly at a regional level.
Globalisation & International Trade, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-29
Lobbying in Brussels: Interest Representation and the Need for Information
Center for European Integration Studies
A 48-page discussion paper describing lobbying activity in Brussels and whether it constitutes a substitute for the so-called "democratic deficit" in the EU
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-10
Corruption in Reconstruction: The Cost of National Consensus in Post-War Lebanon
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 6-page paper describing how the need for consensus led to corruption becoming endemic in post-civil war Lebanon
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-12-10
Improving Governance in Tanzania: The Role of Business Advocacy Coalitions
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 10-page case study of a project in Tanzania designed to strengthen the governance process and improve private sector participation in policymaking
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-08-10
Latin America's Alternative: Reversing the Paradigm of Underdevelopment
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 5-page article by a former prime minister of Peru examining the causes of Latin America's underdevelopment
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-01-11
Georgia After the Rose Revolution: An Opportunity Lost?
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 5-page article commenting on the problems holding back Georgia's progress towards democratic government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-11-01
The Governance Cycle and Its Implications for the Middle East
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 9-page paper examining the quality of governance in the Middle East and its implications for the development of the region
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-12-02
Supporting Public Participation In Egypt
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 5-page article analyzing the barriers to democratic government in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-02-23
The Road to Democratization in China: A Path to Legitimacy and Modernization
Center for International Private Enterprise
An article tracing the progress of democratization in China to date and looking at future reform possibilities
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-21
An Opportunity Lost? Constitutional Changes in Georgia at the Start of the Shaakashvili Presidency
Center for International Private Enterprise
This 6-page commentary argues that the new constitutional amendments strengthen the presidency at the expense of parliament
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-27
Elected Governments, Undemocratic Policies and Unrealized Economic Opportunities
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 7-page commentary on the tendency of some democratizing countries to abandon democratic reform
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-10-29