Governance & Politics
Innovation and Its Contribution to Improvement: A Review
Department for Communities and Local Government - UK
An 86-page UK document providing a framework for understanding how innovation can lead to improvement in the public sector
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-23
Stabilizing Iraq: Options for Democracy, Security and Development
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
A 33-page draft report of a conference held to discuss the political, security and economic situation in Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-26
Singapore 'Exceptionalism'? Authoritarian Rule and State Transformation
Asia Research Centre
This 32-page working paper examines the direction of political change in Singapore, its causes, and lessons to be drawn in respect of the process of political transition
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-27
Benchmarking Australia's Intergovernmental Fiscal Arrangements
Treasury - New South Wales
This 225-page study compares and benchmarks Australian and international arrangements for the allocation of taxation powers and expenditure responsibilities between central and subnational governments
Taxation, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-29
Trail to Failure: History of the Constitutional Rejection and Implications for the Future
Centre for European Policy Studies
This paper examines what the EU's next step should be, following the failure to gain acceptance for the European Constitution
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-02
Montenegro's Referendum
Crisis Group
A 12-page commentary on the result of the independence referendum in Montenegro
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-02
UK Political Developments and Likely Impact on US Relations
British American Security Information Council
A 3-page paper describing recent political developments in the UK and their likely impact on security relations with the US
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-03
Living with Palestinian Democracy
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
An 8-page briefing paper calling on the West to adopt a long-term strategy in support of Palestinian democracy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-03
Governance and the Military: Perspectives for Change in Turkey
Centre for European Security Studies
This 195-page paper reviews the changes made by Turkey in respect of the role of its military in politics and society
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-04
Zimbabwe's Continuing Self-Destruction
Crisis Group
This 20-page report points to the threat of unrest and violence in Zimbabwe as conditions in that country continue to deteriorate
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-07
Limiting Donations and Eliminating Cash - Problem Solved? Not Exactly
Institute for Research on Public Policy
A 6-page Canadian article commenting on recent Canadian efforts to reform campaign financing
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-07
Uribe's Re-election: Can the EU Help Colombia Develop a More Balanced Peace Strategy?
Crisis Group
This 34-page report calls on the Colombian president to espouse a balanced peace strategy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-10
Assessing Political Reform in Indonesia
APEC Economies Newsletter
A 2-page article tracing Indonesia's rapid progress towards a democratic framework of government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-13
Edging Towards Reform: Kuwait's Security Sector
Stimson Center
A commentary on democratization in Kuwait, with special reference to the security sector
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-14
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
Crisis in Nepal: Recent Developments
Institute of Peace and Conflict Studies
A 12-page Indian report focusing on major issues in Nepalese politics between October 2005 and March 2006
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-06-18
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
A Survey of Codes of Conduct in Australian and Selected Overseas Parliaments
Parliamentary Library - Australia
This brief summarizes the approach taken in Australian and selected overseas parliaments to codes of conduct for ministers and members of parliament
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-25
Importing Revolution: Internal and External Factors in the Ukraine's Democratic Breakthrough
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
This 68-page working paper examines the role played by external actors in fostering the factors that led to the Orange Revolution in Ukraine
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-06-26
When the Wave Hits a Shoal: The Internal and External Dimensions of Russia's Turn Away from Democracy
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
A 22-page working paper discussing the retreat of democratization from Russia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-26
Southern Serbia: In Kosovo's Shadow
Crisis Group
A 16-page policy briefing offering recommendations to prevent negative spillover from Kosovo's looming independence
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-28
Democratic Audit of Australia: Populism vs Citizen Rights
Democratic Audit of Australia
A 12-page Australian paper highlighting the threat posed by populist majoritarianism
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-06-28
What is Happening in Mauretania?
Arab Reform Initiative
An article analyzing the post-coup transitional period in Mauretania
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-06-28
After the European Council: A Europe of Projects Without a Plan?
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 2-page commentary analyzing the results of the June European Council in respect of the future of the Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-01
The United States and Russia: Ideologies, Policies and Relations
American Enterprise Institute
This US essay explains the deterioration in US-Russian relations in recent years
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-01
Putin's Legacy: How the Russian Elite is Coping with Russia's Challenges
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 8-page briefing analyzes how Russia's governing elite has shaped domestic and foreign politics, and the potential consequences of these policies
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-02
Adieu Europe?
Centre for European Reform
An article commenting on the state of European integration
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-04
Bolivia's Rocky Road to Reforms
Crisis Group
A 42-page report calling on the international community, and the EU in particular, to assist the new Bolivian government in addressing its major challenges
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-04
Singapore 'Exceptionalism'? Authoritarian Rule and State Transformation
Asia Research Centre
A 32-page Australian paper examining the direction of political change in Singapore and its causes
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-06
Making a Difference - Why and How Europe Should Increase its Engagement in Ukraine
Finnish Institute of International Affairs
A 6-page Finnish briefing paper underscoring the importance of the political transformation in the Ukraine for Europe
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-06
The India Model
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page essay calling for the modernization of the Indian state
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-07
Cards on the Table! Ideas for Tackling the EU's Constitutional Malaise
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 11-page German commentary offers proposals for dealing with the EU's constitutional crisis
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-07
Democracy: A Short History
Evatt Foundation
A brief paper tracing the history of democracy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-10
The Taiwan Tangle
Hoover Institution
A 28-page US essay assessing the impact of recent issues involving President Chen on the complex relationship betwen Washington, Beijing and Taipei
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-07-10
Iraq's Muqtada Al-Sadr: Spoiler or Stabiliser?
Crisis Group
A 34-page report assessing the political power and role of Muqtada
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-12
U.S. Democracy Promotion Policy in the Middle East: The Islamist Dilemma
Congressional Research Service
This 31-page report assesses US policy towards Islamist organisations in the Arab world and investigates how US democracy promotion policy is applied in 3 Arab countries, Morocco, Jordan and Egypt
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-12
Ukraine: Current Issues and U.S. Policy
Congressional Research Service
A 13-page report on recent developments in Ukraine and U.S. policy towards that country
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-12
Transitional Governance: From Bullets to Ballots
United States Institute of Peace
A 24-page report examining the problems encountered by the US in trying to stabilize emerging nations
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-07-13
Morocco: Betting on a Truth and Reconciliation Commission
United States Institute of Peace
This 16-page report explains the domestic and regional importance of the proposals made by Morocco's Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-07-13
Engaging with Russia: The Next Phase
Trilateral Commission
A 185-page report examining how the Russian Federation is developing in the post-Soviet Era and the challenges it faces
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-22
Escaping the Conflict Trap: Promoting Good Governance in the Congo
Crisis Group
A 35-page report calling for Kinshasa and donors to increase efforts to create a transparent and accountable government
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-07-23
Nigeria: Want in the Midst of Plenty
Crisis Group
A 41-page report analyzing the origins of thwarted reform and stalled economic development in Nigeria
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-07-23
When the Wave Hits a Shoal: The Internal and External Dimensions of Russia's Turn Away from Democracy
Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies
This 22-page US working paper analyzes the factors causing Russia's reverse wave in democratization
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-27
Georgia's Rose Revolution: A Participant's Perspective
United States Institute of Peace
In this 12-page report Georgia's Rose Revolution is examined by one of the participants
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-27
Islamic Law and Criminal Justice in Aceh
Crisis Group
A 25-page report examining the problems encountered in Aceh, where Islamic law can legally be applied in full
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-01
Reform in Syria: Steering Between the Chinese Model and Regime Change
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A 24-page paper exploring the complexity of Syrian political reform
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-05
Somalia's High Stakes Power Struggle
Council on Foreign Relations
An article describing the bid by Somalia's Islamic courts to gain control of the country
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-08
Prodi's Government: First Steps at Home and Abroad
German Institute for International and Security Affairs
This 6-page German commentary assesses the likely thrust of the new Italian government's domestic economic and foreign policies
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-08-15
The United Nations in 2015: Some Alternative Futures
Stimson Center
The 15-page summary of a workshop held in the U.S. to discuss the future of the UN
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-08-16
Moldova's Uncertain Future
Crisis Group
A 32-page report spelling out the importance for Moldova of settling its dispute with Transdniestria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-18
Making Europe Work: Improving the Transposition, Implementation and Enforcement of EU Legistlation
European Policy Centre
This 37-page working paper deals with the implementation and enforcement of EU legislation
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-18
Political Islam in Kenya
Danish Institute for International Studies
This 32-page working paper focuses on the political role of Islam in Kenyan politics
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-25
Zimbabwe: An Opposition Strategy
Crisis Group
This 29-page report offers a strategy for the Zimbabwean opposition that might prevent an explosion of conflict
Governance & Politics, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2006-08-25
The Rise of Islamist Militancy in Bangladesh
United States Institute of Peace
A 12-page US report tracing the recent rise in Islamist militancy in Bangladesh
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-30
Power Sharing and Democratic Governance in Divided Societies
PRIO
Some of the papers presented at an Oslo workshop held to discuss different aspects of the use of power sharing in divided societies (single page linking to each available paper)
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-30
God's Country?
"Foreign Affairs"
This 7-page essay discusses the domestic and international implications of the growing political power of the evangelicals in the US
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-08-31
Papua: Answers to Frequently-Asked Questions
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing paper aims to correct common misconceptions concerning the situation in Papua
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-06
Prospects for Political Reform in Kuwait: An Analysis of Recent Events
Arab Reform Initiative
A 7-page analysis of the prospects for political reform in Kuwait
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-07
Islam, Militarism, and the 2007-2008 Elections in Pakistan
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A 24-page paper commenting on the prospects for the 2007-2008 Pakistani elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-08
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 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
Pakistan: The Worsening Conflict in Balochistan
Crisis Group
A 39-page report on the deteriorating situation in Balochistan and the urgent need for a political solution
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-15
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
Peace in Northern Uganda
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing clarifies the limitations of current peace talks in Northern Uganda
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-15
Where Does the Buck Stop? Accountability and Joint Initiatives
Public Policy Forum
This 23-page Canadian discussion paper addresses the question of whether a more horizontal approach to policies, programmes and services conflicts with conventional practices of accountability
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-19
The Intersecting of Governance and Citizenship in Canada: Not Quite the Third Way
IRPP
This study explains the changing relationship between the state and the voluntary sector in Canada
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-19
Constitutional Change and Foreign Policy in East Asia: A Conference Report
FPRI
Report of a conference held in the US to discuss constitutional change and foreign policy in East Asia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-23
Koizumi's Legacy: Japan's New Politics
Lowy Institute
This 10-page Australian analysis evaluates prime minister Koizumi's legacy for Japanese politics and international policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-09-26
Is a "New Middle East" Possible?
Lowy Institute
A 14-page perspective examining the prospects for a "new middle east"
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-26
Dynamism in Islamic Activism
WRR
This 238-page Dutch report investigates the characteristics and dynamics of Islamic activism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-09-28
Domocratization in Postcommunist Europe: Illiberal Regimes and the Leverage of International Actors
FSI Stanford
A US working paper discussing the success of the EU in the democratization of Eastern and Southeast Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2006-10-04
United Nations
U.S. Government Accountability Office
A 69-page US report on the progress of UN management reform initiatives
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-06
The Machinery of Democracy: Usability of Voting Systems
Brennan Center for Justice
A 38-page US report and policy proposals dealing with different types of electronic voting machines currently used in the US
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-08
Better Regulation in Europe
Brookings Institution
A 71-page US paper analyzing the European programme of better regulation
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-10
Morocco: From Top-Down Reform to Democratic Transition?
Carnegie Endowment
A 24-page paper discussing the steps necessary for creating a truly democratic system in Morocco
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-11
Brand China
FPC
This 30-page UK paper examines China's world image, its self-image and the implications of the misalignment between the two
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-17
Property, Democracy, Trust
AEI
An 8-page US essay tracing the development of Russia's recent "democratic revolution" and assessing future prospects
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-18
Tougher Challenges Ahead for Columbia's Uribe
Crisis Group
A 20-page policy briefing outlining the steps that Colombia's Chief Executive needs to take to prevent the country sliding back into chaos
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2006-10-23
Mr. Erdogan's Turkey
AEI
An article criticising US foreign policy for failing to face up to the Islamist threat to Turkey's secular state
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-10-23
Bangladesh Today
Crisis Group
A 39-page background report analyzing the problems facing Bangladesh today
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-24
Democracy and Security in Britain After the 'Heathrow Plot'.
SWP
A 10-page commentary on the UK government's actions in response to terrorist threats
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-25
DR Congo: Stage Victory
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the events surrounding Congo's presidential elections
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-25
Nigeria's Faltering Federal Experiment
Crisis Group
This 30-page report examines the deeply flawed federal system in Nigeria and its contribution to rising violence
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2006-10-28
Government Failure vs. Market Failure: Microeconomic Policy Research and Government Performance
AEI-Brookings Institution
A 146-page US empirical assessment of government economic intervention
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-30
Public Involvement in Canada: Institutionalization and Assessment Roundtable
CPRN
A 19-page summary report of a Canadian roundtable held to discuss civic involvement in government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-06
Building Peace for the Rule of Law
ISS
A Dutch address discussing the interaction of peacebuilding and the rule of law
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-09
Political Polarization and the Electoral Effects of Media Bias
CESifo
This 35-page working paper illustrates how media bias provides a mechanism through which political polarization can effect electoral outcomes
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-10
Taiwan: All Politics, All the Time
Hoover Institution
A 31-page paper on the influence of domestic Taiwanese politics on the U.S.-Taiwan-PRC triangular relationship
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-11
Kyrgyzstan on the Edge
Crisis Group
A 12-page policy briefing warning of the danger of widespread civil conflict in Kyrgyzstan
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2006-11-11
Serbia's New Constitution: Democracy Going Backwards
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing describing how Serbia is moving away from Western values and European integration and setting the stage to continue its role as a source of instability in the Balkans
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-11-11
Europe's Flawed Approach to Arab Democracy
CER
A 6-page critique of the EU's efforts to promote political reform in North Africa and the Middle East
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2006-11-15
Islamist Movements in the Arab World and the 2006 Lebanon War
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 22-page paper examines the reaction of two Islamist movements to the 2006 Lebanon war and its impact on domestic politics in Egypt and Jordan
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-11-15
Arab Reform and Foreign Aid
CSIS
A 113-page study of the experience of Morocco in dealing with the economic and political reform initiatives being promoted by the US and EU
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-11-15
Long-Term Evaluation of Best Value: Final Report
Communities and Local Government - UK
The 136-page final report of a 5-year evaluation of the implementation and impacts of the Best Value regime in UK local government
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-21
Georgia's Armenian and Azeri Minorities
Crisis Group
A 43-page report examining the grievences of the Armenian and Azeri minorities in Georgia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-23
Political Finance in Australia: A Skewed and Secret System
Democratic Audit of Australia
A 171-page report investigating how democratic is the way political parties are funded in Australiia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-11-27
Aceh's Local Elections: The Role of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM)
Crisis Group
A 16-page briefing examining the implications of electoral infighting within the Free Aceh Movement (GAM)
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-11-29
Burundi: Democracy and Peace at Risk
Crisis Group
A 26-page report examining the Burundi government's abuse of power and analyzing the institutional weaknesses making it possible
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-12-01
Upsurge Amidst Political Uncertainty: Nationalism in post-2004 Turkey
SWP
A 20-page paper addressing the status of nationalism in Turkey and its implications for Turkey's application for EU membership
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2006-12-02
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