Governance & Politics
Securing Russia? New Security Law Raises More Questions Than It Answers
FIIA
A 2-page Finnish commentary on Russia's new “Federal Law On Security”
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-23
Soft Power Works Better: Sanctions Unlikely to Bring Down Lukashenko
FIIA
This 2-page Finnish commentary urges the EU needs to maximize its soft power in order to erode the Belarusian regime and counteract fear and indifference among the population
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23
Postcolonial Time Disorder
"Foreign Affairs"
This 2-page US article argues that many Arab leaders suffer from what can be called postcolonial time disorder, or PTD, meaning that they still subscribe to an out-of-date philosophy of governance, according to which authoritarianism is the only cure for external or internal political challenges
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-23
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
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
Egypt’s Leaders in Waiting
"Inside Story"
This Australian article considers posssible leadership options for Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-21
Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood
CFR
A US backgrounder on Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-21
Cloud Computing Strategic Direction Paper
Department of Finance and Deregulation - Australia
This 43-page Australian paper describes the whole of government policy position on cloud computing
Science & Technology, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-21
An Open Government Implementation Model: Moving to Increased Public Engagement
IBM Center for The Business of Government
This 37-page report presents an Open Government Implementation Model (OGIM) for guiding government agencies towards open government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-21
Dignity, Democracies & Dynasties – in the Wake of the Revolt on the Arab Street
CEPS
A 3-page commentary considering what may follow after the heady days of revolutionary euphoria in Tunis and Cairo
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
Uganda's Election: Challenges Ahead
Chatham House
A UK commentary on the political situation in Uganda
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-18
Post-Islamic Revolution
European Institute
An article arguing that events in Egypt confirm the recent movement in the Arab world away from belief in a theocratic Islamic state
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-18
African Dictators' Club Lost Two Members: Time for Some Rethinking?
NAI
This article considers whether North African revolutions might be mirrored in Uganda
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
The New Sudan: Challenges and Opportunities
CEIP
This US Q&A analyzes the latest developments on the ground in Sudan, the realities that face the north and south, the impact of the secession on Darfur, and what lessons the international community can take from the peace process
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-02-17
Protest Movements and Political Change
CEIP
This 14-page US policy outlook overviews the different kinds of protest movements in key Arab states, including Egypt, and examine the links between economic and political protest in the region
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-17
Tunisia, Egypt and Beyond: Fewer Predictions, More Data and Aid Reform Needed
Brookings
A US commentary on the policy of the West towards the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-15
Democracy in Latin America: Miles Traveled and Miles to Go
Brookings
A US essay commenting on the pace of democratization in Latin America
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-15
Turkey’s Constitutional Referendum of 2010 and Insights for the General Elections of 2011
SETA
This 24-page Turkish study investigates the consequences of the referendum for the shaping of the political scene in Turkey by analyzing the political parties’ campaign strategies, voting patterns, voter preferences, and likely scenarios for the June 2011 general elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-15
Efficient and Inefficient Welfare States
IZA
This 47-page discussion paper shows that cross country differences in the generosity and the quality of the welfare state are associated with differences in the trustworthiness of their citizens
Social Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-15
WRR 2010 Framing Paper: Decision Making in a Changing Climate
WRR
The 24-page framing paper for the 2010 World Resources Report, which details the empirical findings and lessons learned that will present guidance on decision making and explore the implications for development assistance
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-14
Difficult Development of Parliamentary Politics in the Gulf
CEIP
A US article arguing that meaningful reform to governance in Gulf states will depend not just on shows of popular discontent but on the representative institutions in those countries taking on a much more significant role in challenging the government on the public’s behalf
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-14
Egypt’s Revolution: Two Lessons from History
CEIP
A US article arguing that popular protest and international pressure must continue and the army must support the protesters or remain neutral for real democratic change to be achieved in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-14
The Uprising in Egypt: Poverty, Inequality and Unemployment
Dayan Center
This 4-page Israeli article analyses the causes of unrest in Egypt
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-02-14
Starting in Egypt: The Fourth Wave of Democratization?
Brookings
A US article considering possible implications of the collapse of the Mubarak regime
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-14
South Sudan: Time to Focus on Challenges
Brookings
This US article describes the many challenges that lie ahead for South Sudan
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-14
Egypt's Post-Mubarak Path
CFR
A US analysis brief on Egypt's post-Mubarak direction
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-13
Egypt’s Next Phase: A Competition for Influence and Support
"Inside Story"
An Australian article explaining how five currents – a changing class structure, a decline in the regime’s legitimacy, eroding institutions, the absence of a meaningful national narrative and a dramatic demographic shift – have flowed through the interstices of Egyptian society to set the stage for the popular eruption
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-02-11
Test Case Belarus
DGAP
A 3-page German commentary on the political implications of the Belarusian presidential election
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-10
Is There an Islamist Alternative in Egypt?
IAI
This 14-page Italian paper aims to evaluate, inasmuch as it is possible, the state of health of the Muslim Brotherhood (MB) today, after forty years of coexistence with the Egyptian (neo)-authoritarian regime
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-10
The EU’s Experience with Security Sector Governance
USIP
This 20-page US report examines the EU’s experience in supporting the transformation of ministries of interior to draw lessons for assistance programs and make recommendations for future cooperation
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-08
Belgium, from Model to Case Study for Conflict Resolution
USIP
This 3-page US brief analyzes the current political crisis in Belgium from a conflict resolution perspective
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-08
The Muslim Brotherhood: On the Record
Washington Institute
A 3-page US collection of statements by Muslim Brotherhood leaders on the full gamut of critical issues, from their potential role in a post-Mubarak government to relations with the United States, the Palestinians, and Israel
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-08
Egypt: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
A 32-page US report providing an overview of U.S.-Egyptian relations, Egyptian politics, and U.S. foreign aid to Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-07
Afghanistan: Politics, Elections, and Government Performance
CRS
A 58-page US overview of the political situation in Afghanistan
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-02-07
Lebanon: Background and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 27-page US report provides an overview of Lebanese politics, recent events in Lebanon, and current issues in U.S.-Lebanon relations
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-07
Tunisia: Recent Developments and Policy Issues
CRS
This 17-page US report comments on recent developments in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-07
The Conflicts in Yemen and U.S. National Security
SSI
This 83-page US monograph examines the political and security situation in Yemen and their implications for US security
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-07
Central Asia: Decay and Decline
Crisis Group
This 47-page report details how Central Asia’s basic human and physical infrastructure – the roads, power plants,hospitals and schools and the last generation of Soviet-trained specialists who have kept this all running – is disappearing
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-04
Too Late for Reform Now
CEIP
A 2-page US commentary on US policy in respect of political reform in Egypt
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-03
The Turkish IHH, Which Has a Record of Supporting Terrorist Groups, has Close Relations with Turkey's AKP Government
The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
An Israeli article describing the links between the Turkish IHH and the present Turkish government
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-02
The Crisis in Tunisia: Africa’s Youth Unemployment Time-Bomb
Brookings
This US article suuggests that high joblessness among youths was the primary cause of the Tunisian crisis
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-01
Governance in Africa: Monitoring the Pulse of the Continent
Brookings
A US article highlighting the need for good governance in Africa
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-01
Tunisia and Egypt in Context
ORG
This UK security briefing looks at the current situation in Tunisia and Egypt and the impact across the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-01
Mexico's 2011 Gubernatorial Elections and Their Impact on Policy
FPRI
A 12-page US essay on the implications of Mexico's forthcoming gubernatorial elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-29
Egypt: What the U.S. Should Do
FPRI
This 3-page US bulletin considers how the US should react to the uprising in Egypt
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-01-29
Too Big to Fail: The Transatlantic Debate
Peterson Institute
This 41-page working paper examines the debates on the problem posed by "too big to fail" financial institutions in the US and Europe
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-29
The Political Future of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt Following its Exit from Parliament
Arab Reform Initiative
An article considering the future of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-28
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
The Referendum in Sudan: Where To After 2011?
Parliamentary Information and Research Service - Canada
A 44-page Canadian report studying the implications and ramifications of the referendum in Sudan
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-01-27
Oman: Reform, Security, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 16-page US report on political and security issues in respect of Oman
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-25
Hungary: Contoversial New Media Laws Cast Shadow on Presidency
Article 19
A 5-page UK statement on Hungary's introduction of greater media control as part of measures to increase state supervision over key institutions
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-24
Political Violence in North Africa: The Perils of Incomplete Liberalization
Brookings
This 43-page US study examines whether liberalizing regimes in the Maghreb are more or less vulnerable to the threat of political violence and terrorism than their more repressive counterparts
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
Tunisia's Political Earthquake
Brookings
This US opinion piece argues that recent events in Tunisia indicate that the pressing question is no longer whether the status quo in the Arab world is sustainable but how fast it will crumble
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
What Tunisia Proved — and Disproved — about Political Change in the Arab World
CEIP
This US analysis draws regional conclusions from the recent Tunisian revolution
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
Libya: Cracks in the Qadhafi Foundation
CEIP
A US update on the state of political reform in Libya
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
The Toppling of the Tunisian Regime: Ramifications for the Arab World
INSS
This Israeli commentary examines possible reactions in the Arab world to recent Tunisian events
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-01-20
Family Problems
"Inside Story"
An Australian article examining politics and corruption in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-01-20
Tunisia: Exemplar or Exception?
FPRI
This 3-page US bulletin considers Tunisia's political future, and the implications of the "Jasmine Revolution" for its immediate North African neighbors and the wider Arab world
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-19
Beyond Burma’s Stalemates
"Inside Story"
This article looks at the challenges for Burma and its democracy movement as the military attempts to remake the country's immage
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-18
The Gnashing of Putin’s Teeth
"Inside Story"
An article arguing that the recent crackdown on demonstrators in Moscow could be helping to unite the opposition
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-18
What Sadr's Return Means for Iraq
CFR
A US article on the implications of Sadr's return to Iraq
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-18
Tunisia's "Unemployed Uprising" and the Prospects for Political Change
Dayan Center
An Israeli commentary on the socio/political situation in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2011-01-17
Nepal: Identity Politics and Federalism
Crisis Group
This 37-page report examines the political challenges to the establishment of a federal system in Nepal and the risks if the process fails
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-17
Time for Justice in Kosovo
CEPS
This commentary explores the options available to the EU in its self-appointed role as the leading force for the political transformation and economic integration of the whole of the Western Balkans into modern Europe and its values
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-17
Russia's Internal Abroad
SWP
This 34-page German research paper considers whether new approaches in Russia's Caucasus strategy stand up against the security policy challenges coming from the region?
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-13
Nepal 2010: Uncertainties Galore
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the political situation in Nepal
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-13
What to Expect after the South Sudan Referendum
CEIP
This US analysis considers whether Sudan's south can remain politically cohesive and become economically viable, and how the north will handle other separatist movements
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-07
Tanzania’s Land Law Reform
DIIS
A 20-page Danish working paper providing an overview of the major land reform implementation projects carried out in Tanzania so far
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-07
Government Payment for Health Care: Causes and Consequences
"New England Journal of Medicine"
A 3-page US commentary on the role of Government in paying for health care
Health, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-06
New Kemalism: Religious but Not Conservative
Hurriyet Daily News
An article considering the prospects for the 2011 elections in Turkey
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-06
Taking Capitalism Seriously: Toward an Institutionalist Approach to Contemporary Political Economy
MPIfG
This 37-page German paper outlines an institutionalist political economy approach to capitalism as a specific type of social order
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-06
Beyond Burma’s Stalemates
"Inside Story"
An Australian article on political developments in Burma
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-05
Saudi Arabia's Ailing Gerontocracy
Wilson Center
This US article analyzes the line to the Saudi crown
Governance & Politics, EnergyPosted: 2011-01-04
Sudan’s 55th Anniversary: No Reason to Celebrate
Dayan Center
A 44-page Israeli commentary on Sudan's political situation
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-01-04
Betwixt and Between: Chiefs and Reform of Sierra Leone 's Justice Sector
DIIS
A 19-page Danish working paper discussing the uneasy role of chiefs within three cycles of security and justice reform in Sierra Leone during the past decade
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-21
From Too Much Egyptian Opposition to Too Little—and Legal Worries Besides
CEIP
A US commentary on Egypt's recent elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-17
No Shortcut to Stability: Justice, Politics and Insurgency in Afghanistan
Chatham House
This 50-page UK report investigates the relationship between issues of justice (including governance and respect for human rights) and stability in Afghanistan, especially, although not exclusively, in relation to the rise of violent insurgency
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-17
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon and the Quest for Truth, Justice and Stability
Chatham House
This 23-page UK paper is a summary of an expert consultation which examined the impact of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon on Lebanon and the wider region and its contribution to international justice
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-17
Georgia: Securing a Stable Future
Crisis Group
This 16-pagepolicy briefing examines Georgia as it heads toward a new electoral cycle in 2012-13. What is done will go a long way toward determining whether it progresses towards a truly stable, modern democracy or deteriorates into a fragile, pseudo-pluralistic and stagnating system
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-16
Turkey on the Brink
Center for Security Policy
A 10-page US brief describing the change in Turkey's stance towards the West and Islamism
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-15
Europe’s Painful Farewell: An Essay on the Decline of the Old World
CIS
This Australian paper argues that the European Union has not been a successful model to organise and coordinate European affairs and now Europe is unable to deal with current challenges effectively
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-15
Beyond the Blunt Instrument: The Efficiency Dividend and its Alternatives
Centre for Policy Development
A 44-page Australian study arguing that there are better ways than the efficiency dividend to promote efficiency within the public service which don’t compromise the role of public sector agencies or risk reducing the quality of service delivery
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-15
Ethnicity, Separatism and Terrorism in Xinjiang
IPCS
A 12-page Indian report examining the nature of ethnic, religious and militant influences on the Uyghur-Chinese state relationship
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-14
Pakistan’s Stability: The Global Stakes
IPCS
A 4-page Indian issue brief considering the stability of Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-14
Reform in Libya: Chimera or Reality?
GMF, IAI
This 27-page paper lays out the current reform debates being played out within Libya
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-14
The Iron Cage of Democracy: Institutional Similarity and Stasis in African Political Party Systems
Kellogg Institute
This 44-page US working paper asks how to understand the development of new institutions in nascent democracies, and what explains the persistence of institutional forms that do not conform to rationalist expectations of competitive efficiency
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-14
Doing Business in Disputed Regions
DGAP
A 19-page German proposal for a new focus on private sector support for statebuilding
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-12-13
Parliamentary Elections in the Republic of Moldova: A Three-Way Test
EPC
A 2-page commentary arguing that the political impasse in Moldova poses a three-way test for the country, Russia, and the EU
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-12-11
Exploring Turkishness: Laicite, Religion and Socio-Political Dissociative Personality Disorder in Turkey
FPC
A 3-page article examining the Turkish state's approach to regulating religion and its role in defining Turkish identity
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-12-11
Political Parties and Voter Privacy: Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and United States in Comparative Perspective
First Monday
A study of international practices by political parties in handling personally identifiable data about citizens’ behavior and attitudes
Personal Privacy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-09
The Self-Defense of Middle Eastern Conservative Regimes, and Israel's Role
INSS
This Israeli article examines the determination of conservative regimes in the Middle East to defend themselves and enhance their survivability and considers the part that Israel might play
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-12-07
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
Unfinished Business: An American Strategy for Iraq Moving Forward
Saban Center
A 73-page US paper proposing an Iraq strategy that will secure and sustain its interests in Iraq and the region
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-06
Indonesia's Progress on Governance: State Cohesion and Strategic Institutional Reform
ODI
This 6-page UK case study illustrates Indonesia's progress in governance. The story describes the nature of the progress, analysis of the factors that have contributed to progress and lessons for policy makers
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-03
Opaque and Messy Elections
CEIP
A US commentary on Egypt's recent parliamentary elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-01
The Bosnian Hiatus: A Story of Misinterpretations
CEPS
This 12-page policy brief presents an overview of the different opinions that have been blocking the closure of the Office of the High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina (OHR)
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-01
Somaliland's Prospects
Chatham House
The 8-page transcript of a speech by Somaliland's president about his plans for the country and its regional role
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-01
Putin's Agenda and Medvedev's Dilemma
AEI
This 6-page US outlook speculates on the future of the Russian presidency
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-11-30
Kuwait: Security, Reform, and U.S. Policy
CRS
A 16-page US overview of the security and political situations in Kuwait
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-11-30
Indonesia: "Christianisation" and Intolerance
Crisis Group
With hardline Islamists and Christian evangelicals competing for the same ground, this 20-page policy briefing argues that the Indonesian government needs a strategy to address growing religious intolerance
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-11-30