Governance & Politics
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
Parliaments and Development
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper discussing what shapes parliamentary performance in developing countries and what donors can do to enhance it
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-17
Governance and Citizenship from Below: Views of Poor and Excluded groups and Their Vision for a New Nepal
ODI
This 51-page report is the first community level participatory research endeavour with poor and excluded groups in Nepal since the peace process. It focuses on grassroots experiences and understandings of governance and citizenship, and the implications thereof for state building in post-conflict Nepal
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-05
The Best Practice Regulation Handbook
OBPR - Australia
A 168-page handbook setting out the Australian government's enhanced framework for analyzing regulatory proposals
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-09-04
UNAMA in Afghanistan. Challenges and Oppertunities in Peacemaking, State-building and Coordination
NUPI
This 51-page Norwegian report focuses on the role of UNAMA in peacemaking, state-building and coordination in Afghanistan
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-02-12
Further Towards Post-Communism? From 'Left' to Regions in Ukraine
NUPI
A 30-page Norwegian paper examining the erosion of support for left-wing politicial parties in Ukraine
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-09
Dissonance in Development: Foreign Aid and State Formation in Malawi
NUPI
The main focus of this 190-page Norwegian thesis is on how foreign aid and development affects the state
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-12
More than "Shiites" and "Sunnis"
NUPI
This 32-page Norwegian policy report presents the consensus view of a group of distinguished Iraqi academics and professionals brought together to discuss a strategy to achieve sustainable political reform in Iraq
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-04-28
Maximum or Minimum?
NUPI
This 63-page Norwegian report outlines the different policy options facing the UN in relation to democratisation efforts in UN peace operations
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-09-22
What Next after Kim Jong-il?
Nuautilus Institute
A US article on the possible future regime in North Korea
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-06-28
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
The Battle for Azerbaijan
Norwegian Institute of International Affairs
This 151-page paper offers an Azeri perspective on the election observation of the 2005 parliamentary elections and the post-election period
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-03-27
The Congo War and the Prospects of State Formation: Rwanda and Uganda Compared
Norwegian Institute of International Affairs
This 28-page paper examines whether the Congo war has resulted in strengthening the state in the case of Rwanda and Uganda
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-02-18
Observing or Participating in Regime Change: Kyrgyz Perspective on the Role of International Election Observation Missions in 2005
Norwegian Institute of International Affairs
A 62-page analysis of international election observation missions during the poliical upheavals in Kyrgystan in 2005
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-27
Shi'i Separatism in Iraq: Internet Reverie or Real Constitutional Challenge?
Norwegian Institute of International Affairs
This 24-page Norwegian paper deals with nonconformist ideas among Iraqi Shi'is about the territorial integrity of the modern state of Iraq
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-06
No Choice, But Democracy: Prising the People Out of Politics in Africa
Nordic Africa Institute
This 30-page Swedish paper poses critical questions about the nature and depth of the democratic experience in Africa
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-04-24
New Methodology to Select Projects in Public and Public Utility Service Operations
Nomura Research Institute
An 11-page paper offering two methods of objective project selection
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-09
Voices from Afar: Freetocracy
Nixon Center
A US comentary on the rigging of elections in the South Caucasus
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-04-02
The Battle for Baghdad
Nixon Center
A US article highlighting the importance of continuing US commitment to Iraq's stability
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-10
Beyond Orthodox Approaches: Assessing Opportunities for Democracy Support in the Middle East and North Africa
NIMD, Hivos
This 62-page Dutch policy paper offers an exploration of how organisations can best support democratisation in the Middle East and North Africa region
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-05
The Political Landscape of Georgia
NIMD
A 280-page Dutch collection of essays on different aspects of the political landscape of Georgia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-14
Guatemalan Democracy Matures
NIMD
A Dutch article reporting on the progress of democracy in Guatemala
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-01
Engineering Electoral Systems: Possibilities and Pitfalls
NIMD
This 24-page Dutch publication provides an introduction into the different electoral systems existing round the world
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2007-09-02
The Political Landscape of Georgia
NIMD
A 280-page book analyzing the Georgian democratic transition, with recommendations for international collaboration with Georgian political parties
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-03
Constitutional Reform Processes and Political Parties: Principles for Practice
NIMD
This 60-page Dutch publication provides a set of guiding principles for constitutional reform based on practical experiences of constitutional reform processes in a number of countries
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2012-04-30
Public Private Partnerships No 'Magic Pudding'
New Matilda
An Australian commentary arguing against the use of PPPs by governments
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-12-05
What Future for Political Islam?
Netherlands Scientific Council for Government Policy
A 5-page summary of a lecture addressing how to interpret the rise of political movements inspired by Islam
Governance & Politics, Immigration & RefugeesPosted: 2004-12-13
Designing an Integrated Strategy for Peace, Security and Development in Post-Agreement Sudan
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
A 102-page occasional paper synthesizing Sudan's key problems in governance, security and development and to outline policy interventions for a sustainable peace
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-04-22
Go Beyond First Aid: Democracy Assistance and the Challenges of Institution Building in Post-Conflict Sierra Leone
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
This 151-page case study about Sierra Leone focuses on the role of the international community in supporting elections, human rights and media institutions in the country. The report identifies key challenges needing to be addressed to make Sierra Leone's democratization process more successful
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-01-19
The Democratisation of Diplomacy: Negotiating with the Internet
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
This 40-page discussion paper examines how the policy formulation environment for governments has been affected by the development of the Internet
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-09-23
Lessons Learned in Political Party Assistance
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
The 10-page report of a Netherlands seminar held to outline the main problem areas in political party assistance (in democratizing countries) and to highlight the elements of a future research and policy agenda
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-12-13
Democracy Assistance to Post-Conflict Ethiopia: Building Local Institutions?
Netherlands Institute of International Relations
A 104-page working paper tracing the main political developments in Ethiopia since 1991 and analysing the influence of the international community on civil society and the government sector
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-08-07
Report on the Evaluation of the IMD Programme in Bolivia 2000-2003
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy
This 49-page Dutch report contains the findings, conclusions and recommendations of the evaluation of the IMD's Bolivia programme, designed to consolidate a national multi-party organisation in Bolivia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-14
Report on the Evaluation of the IMD/IEA Programme in Ghana 2000-2003
Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy
A 51-page report evaluating the IMD/IEA programme in Ghana, designed to strengthen democracy in that country
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-14
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
Approaches to Research Priorities for Policy: A Comparative Study
NCVER
This 16-page Australian paper uses two contrasting case studies of Scotland and Australia to consider the extent to which it is feasible to align academic research investment with policy priorities
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2010-02-02
Economic Freedom and the Trade-Off between Equality and Growth
NCPA
A 17-page US paper on the consequences of governmental paolicies that aggressively redistribute income
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-04-01
Measuring the Unfunded Obligations of European Countries
NCPA
A 28-page US paper examining the extent of unfunded obligations in European countries
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-28
East Timor: The Crisis Beyond the Coup Attempt
Nautilus Institute at RMIT
An Australian paper examining the crisis in East Timor
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-03-19
Seoul Needs Sound Policy, not Soundbites
Nautilus Institute
A commentary on the likely implications of the change in South Korea's presidency
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-19
“Unbearable Legacies: The Politics of Environmental Degradation in North Korea”
Nautilus Institute
A 9-page report dealing with environmental degredation in North Korea
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-03
"Military-First Politics" and Building a "Powerful and Prosperous Nation" in North Korea
Nautilus Institute
An essay on the political strategy of Kim Jong II and its chances of success
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-04-22
Global Trends 2025: A Transformed World
National Intelligence Council
This 120-page report has been produced to provide US policymakers with a view of how world developments could evolve over the next 15 years, identifying opportunities and potentially negative developments that might warrant policy action.
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-17
Comparative Perspectives on Bills of Rights
National Institute of Social Sciences and Law
A 31-page document comprising conference papers describing the bills of rights experiences of the U.K., South Africa, New Zealand and Hong Kong
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-20
The Age of Constitutions? Reflecting on the New Faith in Federal Constitutions
National Europe Centre ANU
A 17-page Australian paper examining lessons in constitution-making and questioning whether the faith in constitutions needs qualification
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-31
Harmonisation and Regional Cooperation in Cross-Border Policing: Comparing European and Australian Frameworks
National Europe Centre
A 22-page Australian study comparing European and Australian frameworks for harmonisation and regional cooperation in cross-border policing
Crime, Law & Order, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-28
The Great Powers and Post-War Reconstruction in Europe: From Versailles to 'Nation-Building Lite'
National Europe Centre
This 11-page paper surveys the history of great power involvement in post-war reconstruction from the Treaty of Versailles to the present
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2006-09-13
Money in Politics: A Study of Party Financing Practices in 22 Countries
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
A 151-page study analysing the current practice of political party financing in 22 countries with emerging democracies
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2005-11-21
Ten Consequences of Economic Freedom
National Center for Policy Analysis
A report using "Economic Freedom of the World" data to evaluate the benefits of economic freedom
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-20
From Dream to Nightmare: The Kenyan 2007 Elections
NAI
A Swedish article analyzing the Kenyan elections and their aftermath
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-01
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
Thoughts and Perspectives on Liberia
NAI
A Swedish report about the elections and ex-military networks in Liberia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-10
Supreme Tragedy: The Shrinking Power of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamanei
Muftah
An essay on the declining power of Ayatollah Ali Khamanei
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-09
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
Reflections on Multilevel Legitimacy
MPI
This 20-page German working paper examines political legitimacy in the context of European integration
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-20
Lebanon and the Weakening of the Arab Order
Moshe Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli commentary on the political implications of the recent rapprochement in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-12
Hamas, Abu Mazen and the Ceasefire
Moshe Dayan Center
A 3-page Israeli commentary on the new political situation in the Palestinian territories
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-04
Living From Fire to Fire
Moscow Times
A Russian article commenting on the government's inability to deal with disasters
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-19
Modernize or Marginalize
Moscow Times
An Op-ed on the policy challenges facing Russia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-27
Pakistan on the Brink: Regional Perspectives and Implications
MIT-CIS
A US analysis focusing on the regional implications of a continued status quo or deterioration in Pakistan's political situation
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-12-03
Who Leads Russia?
MIT CIS
A 6-page US essay considering where the real power lies in the new Russian leadership
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-02
Turkey's Crisis and Future
MIT CIS
An essay explaining the roots and nature of Turkey's current political crisis
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-05
The Governance of Britain
Ministry of Justice -UK
This 63-page UK policy document discusses how to modernize the role of the executive in Britain's system of governance
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-04
Human Rights Insight Project
Ministry of Justice - UK
A 114-page UK study aiming to establish whether human rights could be used empirically as a tool to improve the public's experience of public services
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-17
Review of Voting Systems
Ministry of Justice - UK
A 197-page review of new voting systems introduced into the UK since 1997
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-30
Transforming the Legal Aid System - Final Report and Recommendations
Ministry of Justice - New Zealand
A 142-page report on reforming the New Zealand Legal Aid System
Crime, Law & Order, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-29
The Politics and Liberation of Lebanon
Middle East Review of International Affairs
A 20-page Israeli paper examining the threats to stability in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-12-24
Discussion: The State of Arab Liberalism
Middle East Review of International Affairs
Transcript of a forum on Arab Liberalism and Democracy in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-01-04
What Does the Future Hold for Syria?
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This article examines Syria's historic and present power structure and analyzes the likely alternatives for Syria's future
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-15
Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop: How Inevitable is an Islamist Future?
Middle East Review of International Affairs
This article considers the prospects for Islamist groups to gain power in Middle Eastern countries
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-21
Civil Society and Democratization in the Arab World
Middle East Review of International Affairs
A 20-page article attacking the "civil society" thesis that argues that vigorous civic activism can generate democratic regime change in the Arab world
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2005-12-07
Hizballah Rising: The Political Battle for the Loyalty of the Shi'a of Lebanon
Middle East Review of International Affairs
A 6-page article examining the contest between Hizballah and Amal to represent Lebanon's Shi'a community and its implications for the U.S. approach to the "war on terror"
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-03-07
Unity Through Opposition: Islam as an Instrument of Radical Political Change
Middle East Review of International Affairs
An article arguing that Islamism (political Islam) is primarily focused at the domestic level, as Islam is utilized as a political instrument to initiate radical political change within Middle East states
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-01-05
Between Stagnation and Renovation: The Arab System in the Aftermath of the Iraq War
Middle East Review of International Affairs
An Israeli article exploring the impact of the U.S. occupation of Iraq on the Arab system
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-09-19
Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood and Political Power: Would Democracy Survive?
Middle East Review of International Affairs
A 9-page assessment of whether Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood would be moderated by sharing or achieving power
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-06
Nasrallah's Defeat in the 2006 War: Assessing Hezbollah's Influence
Middle East Quarterly
A US article assessing Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-02-05
The Myth of the Authoritarian Model
Michael McFaul, Kathryn Stoner-Weiss
A 5-page US essay on the effects of autocracy on development in Russia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-09
Turkey's March 2009 Elections: Loss Without Defeat, Gain Without Victory
Meria Journal
An Israeli article on the implications of the March 2009 local elections in Turkey
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-04
Maghreb Regime Scenarios
MERIA
This article reviews three possible scenarios for the three major Maghreb countries, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-15
Pakistan on the Tightrope
MERIA
An Israeli article examining the political and security isituation in Pakiistan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-04-22
Islamist Groups in Lebanon
MERIA
An Israeli article examining the evolution of different poles of Islamism in Lebanon
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-17
The Islamization of Egypt
MERIA
An article discussing the recent strengthening of the Muslim Brotherhood and the Islamist movements in Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-13
The Waziristan Accord
MERIA
A 19-page Israeli article analyzing the implications of the accord between the Pakistan government and tribal leaders in the Tribal Areas
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-19
Hizballah and the Arab Revolutions: The Contradiction Made Apparent?
MERIA
An Israeli article on the present status of Hizballah
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-04-19
Why Syria's Regime is Likely to Survive
MERIA
This Israeli article argues that examining the differences between the uprising in Syria and those in Tunisia and Egypt offers important clues as to why Syria’s regime is likely to survive
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2011-08-23
Iran's Tenth Presidential Elections: Candidates, Issues and Implications
MERIA
An 18-page Israeli article on the fall-out from the Iranian presidential elections
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2009-09-09
The Fethullah Gulen Movement
MERIA
An Israeli article analyzing the nature and aims of the Turkish Gulen movement
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-02
The Syrian Opposition Before and After the Outbreak of the 2011 Uprising
MERIA
This Israeli article observes the state of the Syrian opposition prior to the uprising, notes the key new alignments in the opposition, and critically assesses the attempts at unification
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
Lebanon's Militia Wars
MERIA
An Israeli article analyzing the forces involved in Lebanon's civil war and their present-day relevance
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25
Reflections on the Revolution in Egypt
MERIA
An Israeli article speculating on the eventual outcome of the Egyption revolution
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
The Wikileaks Cables on Turkey: 20/20 Tunnel Vision
MERIA
An 8-page Israeli article interpreting the Wikileaks cables on Turkey
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-15
Iran's 2008 Parliamentary Elections: A Triumph of the System
MERIA
An Israeli paper describing Iran's political system and analyzing the recent parliamentary elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24
Pakistan and the Challenge of Islamist Terror: Where to Next?
MERIA
This Israeli article examines Pakistan's role in the "war on terror" in light of the transition from the Musharraf presidency to that of Zardari
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-31
Turkey's 2011 Elections: An Emerging Dominant Party System?
MERIA
This Israeli article analyzes Turkey’s June 12, 2011, general elections, focusing on the three parties and the predominantly pro-Kurdish independents
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-02
How the Arab Regimes Defeated the Liberalization Challenge
MERIA
An Israeli article examining democratization efforts in the Arab world and how governments neutralised, utilized or adjusted to them
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-15
The Efficiency of Public Sector Outsourcing Contracts: A Literature Review
Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research
This 32-page Australian working paper considers the arguments for and against outsourcing and examines the evidence as to whether savings occur over time and, if so, whether they persist
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-11-13
National Vote Intention and European Voting Behaviour, 1979-2004
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies
A 30-page German discussion paper investigating how voting behaviour matched declared voting intention in European parliamentary elections
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-11-22
Loyalty and Power in Union-Party Alliances: Labour Politics in Post-Communism
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies
This 36-page discussion paper examines the nature and outcomes of trade union/political party alliances in East Central Europe
Governance & Politics, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2004-11-05
Does Terrorism Work?
Maurice Falk Institute
This 52-page Israeli paper examines whether terrorism is an effective tool to achieve political goals
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-11
The Empire of Lies
Manhattan Institute
An essay pointing to the weaknesses behind China's booming economy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-10