Governance & Politics
China's Grassroots Movement Toward Greater Freedom
CIPE
A 9-page article examining how a grassroots social revolution is leading China toward a more liberal society
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2008-08-29
Strategies for Policy Reform
CIPE
This 100-page report describes programmes used to advance democratic policymaking and free market economics
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-21
Private Sector Development is Key to Political Development in Ethiopia
CIPE
An 8-page US article arguing that good democratic governance and economic development in Ethiopia are intertwined and can only be realized in a competitive business environment
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-30
The Transition Problem: The Unhampered State as an Obstacle to Democratic and Market Reform
CIPE
An article setting out the governance-related problems besetting post-communist countries in transition
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-25
Parallel Institutions in Egypt’s Civil Society
CIPE
This 7-page article examines the role of parallel institutions in Egypt's civil society and the challenges facing them
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-19
Unpacking the Black Box of Institutional Reform
CIPE, INDEM
This 8-page US article presents a Russian perspective on the role of institutional reform in development
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-06-01
Radical Surgery: The Only Cure for New South Wales Hospitals
CIS
A 26-page Australian paper proposing to move the NSW hospital system from a costly, initiative-stifling top-down command-and-control mode to independent, decentralised decision making.
Health, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-05
Iraq's Political Factions: The Last Chance to Build a Governing Coalition
CIS
A 4-page essay analyzing the political barriers to stable civil government in Iraq
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-23
Why Does Government Grow?
CIS
A 36-page Australiian paper examining some of the stylised facts in relation to the growth of government in the Western world generally, and Australia in particular
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-02
China's Energy Governance: Perception and Reality
CIS
A 4-page US analysis of the reality of Chinese energy politics
Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-03-21
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
Organisational Learning, Knowledge and Capacity
CLG
A 120-page review of the literature on how learning takes place between organisations and how institutional learning and knowledge transfer can be fostered
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-17
The Drivers of Black and Asian People's Perceptions of Racial Discrimination by Public Services
CLG
The 142-page findings of UK research designed to understand the drivers of black and Asian people's perceptions of racial discrimination in public services
Immigration & Refugees, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-17
Preparing for Climate Change
Climate Impacts Group, ICLEI
This 186-page US guidebook is intended to assist local authorities to plan for the impacts of climate change
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-21
Negotiating a Robust Climate Policy
Clingendael
A 23-page Dutch briefing paper on the possibility of robust decisions emerging from Copenhagen
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-24
Sudan 2012: Scenarios for the Future
Clingendael
This 28-page Dutch report describes four possible scenarios for the future of Sudan, defined by two key uncertainties: 1) In 2012, will Sudan be united or will the North and South have gone separate ways? 2) In 2012, will there be a new war between the North and the South, or will there be no war?
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-09-28
Early Recovery in Post-conflict Countries: A Conceptual Study
Clingendael
This 94-page Dutch research report discusses the policy strategies and operational frameworks of selected bilateral donors, regional and multilateral organisations working for recovery in post-conflict situations
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-02-11
"Hope is not a Plan": In Search of a Western Strategy in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Clingendael
The 17-page report of a roundtable held to discuss the deteriorating situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-07
Southern Sudan's Self-Determination Referendum: Two Narratives
Clingendael
A personal Dutch commentary on the recent vote on whether Southern Sudan will remain part of a united Sudan or found its own state
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2011-03-04
Kosovo's New Map of Power: Governance and Crime in the Wake of Independence,
Clingendael
A 62-page Dutch research essay examines how post-independence Kosovo is governed
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2011-05-13
Early Economic Recovery in Fragile States: Priority Areas and Operational Challenges
Clingendael
This 90-page Dutch report focuses on how economic activities can contribute to overall stability as part of an integrated reconstruction strategy in fragile states
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-01-06
Towards a Political Islam
Clingendael
This 54-page Dutch paper argues that Islam is compatible with modernity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-05
Governance Components in Peace Agreements: Fundamental Elements of State and Peace Building?
Clingendael
This 113-page Dutch study addresses the design and implementation phases of peace agreements, in an attempt to establish whether certain governance components can be regarded as essential elements in the reconstruction of stable post-conflict societies, or whether they play a functional role in the resurgence of violent competition and conflict
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-27
Not Just Politics: A Different Approach to Supporting Ethnic Minorities in China
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch article arguing that the most effective way for Western nations to help minorities in China is through efforts in the socio-economic realm
Human Rights, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-13
Combatting International Terrorism: New Powers for the Security Council?
Clingendael
A 24-page Dutch paper considering how new powers for the UN security council might help combat international terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-07
Growth and Equity in Fragile States
Clingendael
This 33-page Dutch study takes a long-term perspective on economic development in fragile countries to discuss structural causes of fragility
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-05-05
North Korea Likely to Conduct Second Nuclear Test
CNS
A 7-page US article examining the likelihood of a second North Korean nuclear test
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-23
Breaking the Cycle of North Korean Provocations
Committee on Foreign Relations - US Senate
A 10-page US testimony on the economy and governance of North Korea
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-02
Motivations and Barriers to Citizen Governance
Communities and Local Government - UK
This 61-page UK report provides an insight into peoples' awareness and knowledge of citizen governance, the barriers and motivations to involvement and the types of people involved in these roles
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-01-16
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
Evaluation of the Role and Impact of Regional Assemblies: Final Report
Communities and Local Government - UK
This 56-page UK report examines the collective role and impact of the UK's regional assemblies
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-03
Improving the Representativeness of Councillors
Communities and Local Government - UK
A 49-page UK international literature review exploring the barriers and incentives to becoming a councillor
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-12
Simplification Plan: The Route to Better Regulation
Communities and Local Government - UK
A 68-page UK plan for simplifying local government regulations
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-12-12
The Quirk Review of Community Management and Ownership of Public Assets
Communities and Local Government - UK
A 57-page independent UK review examining the barriers limiting the ownership and management of more public assets by community organisations
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-15
Lobbying Disclosure and Ethics Proposals Related to Lobbying Introduced in the 109th Congress: A Comparative Analysis
Congressional Research Service
An 18-page U.S. report providing context, comparison and discussion for the legislative proposals addressing lobbying matters in the U.S. Congress
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-01-26
Congressional Gifts and Travel: Legislative Proposals for the 109th Congress
Congressional Research Service
A 10-page report analyzing the proposals for changing the rules governing the acceptance of gifts and travel expenses by members of the U.S. Congress
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2006-01-31
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
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
Azerbaijan's 2005 Legislative Elections: Outcome and Implications for U.S. Interests
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page U.S. report discussing Azerbaijan's democratization process
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-13
The Direct Recording Electronic Voting Machine (DRE) Controversy: FAQs and Misperceptions
Congressional Research Service
A 20-page U.S. report seeking to clarify the problems and issues surrounding the use of direct recording electronic voting machines in U.S. elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-13
Fatah and Hamas: The New Palestinian Factional Reality
Congressional Research Service
A 6-page overview of the new political realities in the West Bank and Gaza, the challenges facing Hamas and Fatah , and possible implications for US policy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2006-03-14
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
U.S. Democracy Promotion in the Middle East: Is it Working?
Council on Foreign Relations
A U.S. op-ed examining the extent to which democracy promotion in the Middle East is having an effect
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-08-17
In Support of Arab Democracy: Why and How
Council on Foreign Relations
This 88-page report of an independent U.S. task force urges the United States to give wholehearted support to an evolutionary development of democracy consistently throughout the Middle East
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-06-09
Russia's Wrong Direction: What the United States Can and Should Do
Council on Foreign Relations
The 92-page report of an independent US task force examining problems concerning the governance of Russia and US-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-10
Life After Arafat
Council on Foreign Relations
An e-mail interview with the Director of the Palestine Center for For Policy and Survey Research in Ramallah, regarding the post-Arafat scenario
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-11-15
The India Model
Council on Foreign Relations
A 5-page essay calling for the modernization of the Indian state
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-07-07
Peace in Papua: Widening the Window of Opportunity
Council on Foreign Relations
This 44-page report offers recommendations for resolving the conflict between Papua and Indonesia
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-04-20
Breakdown in the Andes
Council on Foreign Relations
This 5-page article reports the Southern Andes to be on the verge of chaos and urges the U.S. Administration to re-engage with the region
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-07
Indonesia's Quiet Revolution
Council on Foreign Relations
A six page article tracing the recent transformation in Indonesia's political system
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-07
What Went Wrong in Iraq
Council on Foreign Relations
A 7-page essay analysing U.S. errors in Iraq
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-25
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
Administrative Theory, Interpersonal Relations and Anti-Corruption Practice in Papua New Guinea
Crawford School
A 13-page Australian paper studying anti-corruption as a practical, administrative activity, and examining its application to Papua New Guinea
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-15
Corruption and Anti-Corruption
Crawford School of Economics and Government
A 13-page Australian policy brief offering three different perspectives on political corruption
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-04-21
Corruption by Design? A Comparative Study of Singapore, Hong Kong and Mainland China
Crawford School of Economics and Government
A 48-page Australian discussion paper examining the anti-corruption experience of Singapore
Corruption, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-03-27
Egypt's Muslim Brothers: Confrontation or Integration?
Crisi Group
A 36-page report examining Egypt's ruling NPD's hard-line stance and the Muslim Brothers' approach to political participation
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-06-18
Taliban Propaganda: Winning the War of Words?
Crisis Grouo
This 47-page report examines how Taliban propaganda is tapping into strains of Afghan nationalism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25
Aceh: Post-Conflict Complications
Crisis Group
A 25-page report examining political developments since the victory of the Free Aceh Movement in the December 2006 local elections
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2007-10-04
Popular Protest in North Africa and the Middle East (V): Making Sense of Libya
Crisis Group
This 41-page report examines the situation in Libya, and warns that insisting on Qaddafi’s departure as a precondition for any political initiative is to prolong the military conflict and deepen the crisis
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-06-06
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
Reforming the Judiciary in Pakistan
Crisis Group
This 42-page report examines the legacy of Pakistan's military rule in respect of fundamental freedoms
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-10-16
Hizbollah's Weapons Turn Inwards
Crisis Group
This 12-page briefing considers the issues created by Hizbollah's armed status in Lebanon
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-12
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
Afghanistan’s Election Challenges
Crisis Group
This 40-page report evaluates the challenges of the Afghan presidential and provincial council elections in August 2009 and suggests ways to strengthen processes and institutions in the run-up to National Assembly and district elections in 2010
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-24
Sri Lanka's Eastern Province: Land, Development, Conflict
Crisis Group
This 54-page report urges the Sri Lankan government to address the security needs and land-related grievances relating to its Eastern Province
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-10-15
Guinea-Bissau: Beyond Rule of the Gun
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing warns that the killings of General Tagme (the chief of defence staff) and President Vieira in March, as well as the recent assassinations of opposition leaders and former ministers, are an indication the democratic process in Guinea-Bissau cannot cope
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-24
Indonesia: GAM vs GAM in the Aceh Elections
Crisis Group
This 12-page briefing looks at how the upcoming Aceh elections are deepening an old rivalry between Governor Irwandi Yusuf, who seeks to run for a second term as an independent candidate, and Partai Aceh, the GAM political party, led by its ex-“prime minister” Malik Mahmud
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-06-15
Zimbabwe: Engaging the Inclusive Government
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing examines the opportunity for recovery in Zimbabwe from a disastrous decade with the entry of the opposition into government
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2009-04-20
Kosovo: Štrpce, a Model Serb Enclave?
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing focuses on the Štrpce municipality, one of southern Kosovo’s largest Serb enclaves, to demonstrate how Serb communities can protect their interests within Kosovo’s constitutional order
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2009-10-14
Bangladesh Today
Crisis Group
A 39-page background report analyzing the problems facing Bangladesh today
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-10-24
Nepal's Fragile Peace Process
Crisis Group
A 12-page briefing examining the challenges of rebuilding cross-party consensus to implement the peace agreement and hold free and fair elections
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-10
Pakistan: The Forgotten Conflict in Balochistan
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines the tensions in Balochistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-10-22
Serb Integration in Kosovo: Taking the Plunge
Crisis Group
This 37-page report argues that a major effort is needed to persuade the Serbian minority that it has a future in Kosovo if the new state is to consolidate its controversial independence
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-05-12
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
Pakistan’s IDP Crisis: Challenges and Opportunities
Crisis Group
This 16-page policy briefing examines the operations against religious militants in Malakand Division and their impact on internally displaced persons (IDPs) and local communities
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-05
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
Uzbekistan: Stagnation and Uncertainty
Crisis Group
A 20-page report on the risk of civil conflict in Uzbekistan
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-09-07
Thailand: The Calm Before Another Storm?
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the political situation in Thailand
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-14
Nepal's New Political Landscape
Crisis Group
A 39-page report examining the major challenges remaining in Nepal's continuing peace process
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-07-04
Indonesia: Implications of the Ahmadiyah Decree
Crisis Group
A 20-page report illustrating how hardline Islamic groups have used advocacy techniques to influence government policy in Indonesia
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-07
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
Kyrgyzstan: A Deceptive Calm
Crisis Group
This 20-page briefing assesses political developments and potential dangers in Kyrgyzstan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-15
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
The Virtuous Twins: Protecting Human Rights and Improving Security in Colombia
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing examines the security gains made by the Uribe administration in Colombia over seven years and warns that immediate steps are needed to address human rights concerns
Governance & Politics, Human RightsPosted: 2009-05-25
Zimbabwe: A Regional Solution?
Crisis Group
This 35-page report examines the role of the South African Development Community in facilitating a political solution for Zimbabwe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-09-18
Indonesia: Pre-Election Anxieties in Aceh
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines the sources of unease in Aceh in the build-up to next year's general elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-09
Venezuela: Political Reform or Regime Demise?
Crisis Group
A 39-page report on mounting resistance in Venezuela to Chavez' policies
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25
Chad: A New Conflict Resolution Framework
Crisis Group
The executive summary of a report offering a security framework to address the political and security crisis within Chad and the surrounding region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-24
Reforming Pakistan's Police
Crisis Group
A 34-page report on the serious inadequacies within Pakistan's police force
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-26
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
Kosovo's Fragile Transition
Crisis Group
This 50-page report concludes that the prospects for a de facto partition of Kosovo are growing due to failings on the part of the international community
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-24
Learning to Walk without a Crutch: the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala
Crisis Group
This 27-page report examines the progress the CICIG, has made so far to support and assist domestic justice institutions in the investigation and prosecution of crimes committed by illegal security forces and clandestine security organisations (CIACS), to identify their structures, operations and financing and ultimately to dismantle them
Crime, Law & Order, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-31
Thailand: The Calm Before Another Storm?
Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the political situation in Thailand
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-22
Bolivia: Rescuing the New Constitution and Democratic Stability
Crisis Group
A 16-page briefing analyzing the factors that have led to political deadlock in Bolivia, and recommending a way forward
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24
Guinea: Ensuring Democratic Reform
Crisis Group
A policy briefing assessing the risk of a resumption of dictatorship in Guinea
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-06-24
Nepal's Election: A Peaceful Revolution?
Crisis Group
A 32-page report providing an extensive analysis of the results of April's election
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-04
Negotiating Zimbabwe's Transition
Crisis Group
A 16-page briefing proposong a negotiated solution to the political crisis in Zimbabwe
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-05-26
Timor-Leste: Security Sector Reform
Crisis Group
A 32-page report highlighting the need for fundamental security sector reform in Timor-Leste
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-21
Political Murder in Central Asia: No Time to End Uzbekistan's Isolation
Crisis Group
A 12-page update briefing on the Saipov affair and its consequences
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-27
Kosovo's First Month
Crisis Group
A 20-page policy briefing examining the independence declared by Kosovo on 17 February
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-18