Governance & Politics
Bolivia's Divisions: Too Deep to Heal?
International Crisis Group
A report describing the current power struggle in Bolivia and its causes, with recommendations for resolving the crisis
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-07
Somalia: Continuation of War by Other Means?
International Crisis Group
This 35-page report describes the faltering state of Somalia's peace process
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-12-22
Who Governs the West Bank? Palestinian Administration Under Israeli Occupation
International Crisis Group
A 43-page report on the state of the Palestinian Administration and what is needed to prevent collapse
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-09-30
Islamism, Violence and Reform in Algeria: Turning the Page
International Crisis Group
A 38-page analysis focusing on the relationship between Islamic activism and violence and the problems of political reform and democratization in Algeria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-03
Afghanistan: From Presidential to Parliamentary Elections
International Crisis Group
A 42-page report stressing the importance of the forthcoming parliamentary and local elections in Afghanistan, and the need for the Afghan government and international community to deal with critical internal problems prior to the elections
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-25
Iraq: Can Local Governance Save Central Government?
International Crisis Group
A 39-page paper proposing a concentration on establishing provincial and local government in Iraq as a stabilizing strategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-30
Repression and Regression in Turkmenistan: A New International Strategy
International Crisis Group
This 45-page report points to serious misgovernment in Turkmenistan, the risk of instability and a humanitarian crisis, while urging the international community to work more actively for change
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2004-11-07
Can Saudi Arabia Reform Itself?
International Crisis Group
A 40-page study of what Saudi Arabia needs to do to reform successfully
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-07-15
Armenia: Internal Instability Ahead
International Crisis Group
A 37-page report detailing the factors underlying Armenia's potential instability and spelling out necessary reforms
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2004-10-18
Zimbabwe: Another Election Chance
International Crisis Group
A 31-page report offering proposals for attempting to return the Zimbabwe crisis to legitimate political discourse during the coming months
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-12-01
Tajikistan's Politics: Confrontation or Consolidation?
International Crisis Group
A 24-page briefing on the current political situation in Tajikistan
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-20
Azerbaijan: Turning Over A New Leaf?
International Crisis Group
A 44-page report on the political situation in Azerbaijan, with recommendations for action by the international community
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-05-14
Serbia's Changing Political Landscape
International Crisis Group
A 20-page briefing on the implications of the June presidential election in Serbia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-07-25
Saakashvili's Ajara Success: Repeatable Elsewhere in Georgia?
International Crisis Group
This 16-page report concludes that Saakashvili's current brinkmanship with South Ossetia may not be as successful as his similar stance towards Ajara earlier in 2004
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-20
Political Transition in Kyrgyzstan: Problems and Prospects
International Crisis Group
A 52-page report examining the critical issues at stake in Kyrgyzstan over the coming eighteen months
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2004-08-12
Latin America Shifts to the Center Left
Interhemispheric Resource Center
This commentary notes a broad shift to the left in Latin America as the U.S. moves towards the political right
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-12-02
The Next Four Years: A Political Forecast
Interhemispheric Resource Center
An 8-page U.S. policy briefing that forecasts the policy directions and international implications of the new U.S. administration
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2004-11-18
Strengthening Social Policy: Lessons on Forging Government-Civil Society Policy Partnerships
Institute on Governance
This 133-page report analyzes a series of innovative experiences in Southeast Asia and Canada, which succeeded through the joint efforts of government and civil society
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2005-02-04
Legacies of Democratizing Reform and Revolution: Portugal and Spain Compared
Institute of Social Sciences
A 45-page paper comparing the democratization processes in Spain and Portugal
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-04-15
The Protocol: Managing Relations with Non-Governmental Organisations
Institute of Public Affairs
A 48-page report examining the relationship between government and NGOs in Australia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-06-30
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
Structural Upgrading of Manufacturing Industry in Transition Countries: Evidence from Foreign Trade Indicators
Institute of Economics and Russian-European Center for Economic Policy
A 24-page paper investigating the influence of institutional changes on economic development in transition countries
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-10-23
New Challenges in State Building
Institute of Development Studies
A 5-page report of a conference held to consider how developing countries can build more effective, accountable states
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-07-25
The Indonesian Military as a Professional Organisation: Criteria and Ramifications for Reform
Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies
This 37-page working paper seeks to evaluate the Indonesian military (TNI) as a professional organisation and examine its relationship with the civilian authority
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-01-19
Russia: The Duma Election Result - And Beyond
Institute for the Economy in Transition
A 10-page paper analysing the outcome of the Duma election, assessing the market implications and mid-term political consequences
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-03-02
Social Inclusion of the Hard to Reach
Institute for Social Research
This 51-page Australian report is intended as a practical resource for local councils wishing to engage their communities in decision making and planning. The focus is on how to broaden the range of people represented in council processes, especially those who are reluctant to participate in traditional consultation methods
Governance & Politics, Social PolicyPosted: 2009-01-22
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
Addressing the Accountability Deficit: Why Paul Martin's Minority Government Must Pay More Attention to the Three A's
Institute for Research on Public Policy
A 16-page Canadian paper stressing the importance of government accountability in reducing the democratic deficit
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-11-18
The Role of NGOs in International Democratic Development
Institute for Research on Public Policy
Two Canadian case studies on assisting political reform in developing/failed/failing states (4-page introduction, with links to the case studies
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-11-25
The Role of International Democracy Promotion in Canada's Foreign Policy
Institute for Research on Public Policy
A 52-page paper examining Canada's role in supporting democratic development abroad and suggesting some directions for the future
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-12-07
Democracy and Economic Development: Democracy and Peace-Building
Institute for Research on Public Policy
Two Canadian studies published as one paper. The first surveys research on the link between democracy and economic growth. The second examines the link between democratization and peace-building (51 pages in total).
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2005-04-22
Direct Representation: Towards a Conversational Democracy
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 24-page U.K pamphlet addressing the problem of disconnection between political representatives and the represented
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-11-22
Stengthening Global Civil Society
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 19-page paper examining various aspects surrounding the concept of a global civil society
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-04-17
Changing States: A Progressive Agenda for Political Reform for the Middle East
Institute for Public Policy Research
A 27-page paper examining the issue of reform in the Middle East
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-14
Changing States: A Progressive Agenda for the Middle East
Institute for Public Policy Research
This 27-page UK paper examines the prospects and options for political reform in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-03-07
Mayors and the Fiscal Powers Needed to Deliver Change: Lessons From the United States
Institute for Government
An essay reflecting on the US experience of powerful cities and innovative mayors
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-04-02
Soft Landing: Opportunity or Illusion?
Institute for Far Eastern Studies
An essay speculating on the future of the North Korean regime
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-12-14
Iraq's Catch-22
Institute for America's Future
A commentary on the dilemma facing the Iraqi leadership in respect of its dependence on allied occupation forces
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-04-25
Crisis in the Palestinian Authority
INSS
An Israeli commentary on how the failure of the American effort to restart the negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians over the final settlement has created a political crisis in the Palestinian Authority
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-25
The Palestinian Uprisings: War with Israel, War at Home
INSS
A 104-page Israeli study of the two popular Palestinian uprisings
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-04-06
Yemen: Profile of a Failed Arab State
INSS
An Israeli article on the fragility of government in Yemen
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-01-16
The Internal Conflict in Iran
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the internal conflict in Iran
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-06-25
Lebanon's Parliamentary Elections
INSS
An Israeli commentary on Lebanon's parliamentary elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-23
The Outcome of Iran's Presidential Elections
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the outcome of Iran's presidential elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-21
The Assassination of General Mohammed Suleiman: Looking for the Motive
INSS
An Israeli article speculating on the possible motivations for the recent assassination of a Syrian general
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-15
Hamas Tightens its Hold on the Gaza Strip
INSS
An Israeli article commennting on the weakening of Fatah's postion in the Gaza strip
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-11
Lebanon in Advance of Elections
INSS
An Israeli article assessing the issues and parties in the forthcoming Lebanese parliamentary elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-05
The IAEA and Israel
INSS
An Israeli article arguing that the IAEA has become politicised
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-15
Syria and the Arab League: Moral Censure and Identity Politics
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the political implications of the decision of the League of Arab States to suspend Syria from membership
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-18
Arab Royal Houses Seek Affordable Medicines
INSS
An Israeli commentary on how Arab royal houses are reacting tho the Arab Spring
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
The King is Dead; Long Live the King: The French Presidential Electons
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the result of the French presidential election
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-11
The Rise of Qatar
INSS
This Israeli article explains how the upheavals in the Arab world have done much to highlight Qatar 's rising prominence and its policy of active involvement in most of the areas of regional unrest
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-07
Lebanon: The Arab Spring's Wildcard?
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the political situation in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-04
The Justice and Development Party in the Turkish Elections: A Limited Triumph
INSS
An Israeli analysis of the results of Turkey's recent elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-14
The Struggle for the Reins of Government in Egypt
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the results of the Egyptian parliamentary elections
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-16
Have the Palestinians Despaired of the Two-State Formula?
INSS
This Israeli article explains why more Palestinians seem increasingly doubtful that a two-state solution can be implemented, and against this backdrop, suggests what options are open to the Palestinians
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-03
The Gulf and the "Arab Rage"
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the implications of Middle East unrest for the Gulf states
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-09
Arab Public Opinion Aired on the Social Networks, March 2012
INSS
This Israeli article presents some of the prevalent ideas aired on the Arab social networks in recent weeks
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-27
Following Abbas' Letter to Netanyahu: Options Available to the Palestinian Authority
INSS
This Israeli article reviews a number of alternatives available to Abbas and the Fatah leadership, and the prospects of their realization
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-23
Looking Ahead to September: Israel, the EU, and the “Moral Majority”
INSS
An Israeli article assessing the likely outcome of the vote in September at the UN General Assembly to recognize a Palestinian state
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-06
A New Jordanian Government
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the current political situation in Jordan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-05-14
Cairo Viewed from Gaza: Too Soon to Celebrate
INSS
An Israeli article assessing possible Hamas reactions to recent events in Egypt
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-02-28
Pockets of Instability: What Links Kosovo, Cyprus and Nagorno-Karabakh?
INSS
An Israeli analysis examining the linkage between the situations in Kosovo, Cyprus and Nagorno-Karabakh
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-02-25
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
The “Revolutionary Parliament” and the New Governmental Order in Egypt
INSS
This Israeli essay considers the challenges of governance and some of the leading issues on the national agenda awaiting the new Islamist-dominated government in Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-02
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
Afghanistan: Situation Assessment, March 2011
INSS
An Israeli analysis of the security and political situation in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-30
Turkey’s “Demonstrative Effect”and the Transformation of the Middle East
Insight Turkey
This 23-page Turkish article develops the concept of a “demonstrative effect” and argues that it is this “effect” that makes the Turkish political model of interest to the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-20
Turkey’s Local Elections of 2009: Winners and Losers
Insight Turkey
This 18-page Turkish article presents a descriptive account of the March 2009 local elections in Turkey and offers a nation-wide and regional evaluation of trends in Turkish elections since 2004
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-04-22
Rethinking the Burmese Sanctions
Inside Story
An Australian article calling for a more creative approach towards Burma's military regime
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-14
The Perils of Peace
Inside Story
An Australian article on the challenges facing Aceh's new government
Governance & Politics, CorruptionPosted: 2009-07-08
Russia and its Western Neighbours: A Watershed Moment
Inside Story
This Australian essay examines how jostling between Vladimir Putin and Dimitry Medvedev and trouble with neighbours could play out in very significant ways for Russia and its region
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-04-20
Politics Grips Pakistan
Inside Story
An Australian update on the political situation in Pakistan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-19
When Elephants Dance
Inside Story
An Australian article on the current state of Malay politics
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-11-13
Setbacks at Home, Sucesses Abroad: The Mixed Fortunes of Vladimir Putin
Inside Story
An Australian article examining the changing political picture in Russia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-22
Bangkok: How Did it Come to This?
Inside Story
An Australian analysis of the events leading to the recent violence in Bangkok
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-05-19
Putin’s Ceausescu Moment
Inside Story
An Australian article examining Vladimir Putin's slide in popularity
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-09
Public Servants Speaking Publicly: The Bennett Case
Information and Research Services, Parliamentary Library
A 2-page background paper examining the issues involved in establishing appropriate levels of control of public comment by government employees
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-11
The Australian Senate
Information and Research Services, Parliamentary Library
A concise 37-page document explaining the place of Australia's national upper house in the Australian political system.
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-11
The Australian and American Senates: a comparison
Information and Research Dept. of the Parliamentary Library
This 28-page comparison of the two upper chambers analyses the major differences between the two, concluding that both are among the strongest upper houses in the world and demonstrate the value of bi-cameralism in democratic governance
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-02-05
State Failure Revisited I: Globalization of Security and Neighbourhood Effects
INEF
This 56-page German paper examines state failure through the focus of the globalization of security and neighbourhood effects
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-05-25
Proposals for Ukraine: 2010—Time For Reforms
Independent International Experts Commission
This 80-page paper proposes a comprehensive economic reform programme for the first year of the new presidency in Ukraine
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-01
Brazil's Rousseff has a Tough Act to Follow
IISS
A 3-page commentary on the challenges facing Brazil's incoming president
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-11-25
Kuwait: Signs of Renewal
IISS
An article commenting on Kuwaiti stagnation since the Iraqi invasion
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-31
Changing Trends in Global Power and Conflict Resolution: Fragile States
IISS
A keynote conference speech focusing on the challenges to development posed by fragile states
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-23
Ethnic Strife in Xinjiang
IISS
A 2-page article explaining how latest incidents have again raised questions about China’s policies for managing its ethnic minority populations and strategically important border regions
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2009-09-16
Pakistan: Transition to What?
IISS
A US article analyzing Pakistan's needs for the maintenance of stability
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-02-14
Volatile Pakistan
IISS
A 2-page article assessing Pakistan's political and strategic future
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2007-11-10
Obama's Presidency Bolstered by Political Success
IISS
A commentary on the current status of the Obama presidency
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-22
The Zimbabwean Crisis: Opportunities for Reform
IISS
The transcript of an address on the future for Zimbabwe
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-03
Hamas Coup in Gaza
IISS
A 2-page article analyzing the implications of Hamas' seizure of control in Gaza
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-28
Signs of Myanmar's Emergence from Diplomatic Isolation
IISS
A 2-page article reporting how a combination of global, regional and internal factors has triggered a series of diplomatic initiatives designed to explore whether there could be a negotiated solution to the long stand-off with Myanmar
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-10-30
Pakistan on the Brink
IISS
A 2-page commentary on the triple challenge to stability in Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-06
The Challenges of Nation-Building in Africa
IISS
The text of an address by the Rwandan President on the challenges to nation-building in Africa
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-03
The Challenges of Environmental Mainstreaming
IIED
This 108-page UK report reviews the rapidly changing context and challenges to environmental mainstreaming, discusses what it takes to achieve effective mainstreaming, and provides a roadmap for selecting operational methods and tools
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-19
Green China: Chinese Insights on Environment and Development
IIED
This 220-page book, which brings together writings from China’s leading thinkers on sustainable development, reflects on experiences to date, such as experiments with Green GDP accounting, and implementation of Green for Grain, the world’s biggest reforestation programme, as well as China’s role in climate negotiations
Climate Change & Environment, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-04-04
The Islamization Process Promoted by Hamas in the Gaza Strip and its Social and Political Implications on the Local, the Middle Eastern, and the International Scenes
IICC
A 27-page Israeli report on the Islamization of the Gaza Strip by Hamas
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-08-18
The Gaza Strip after Operation Cast Lead
IICC
A 6-page Israeli report on Hamas activities in Gaza since the cease fire
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-18
Hamas Steps Up its Struggle against the Global Jihad-affiliated Networks Trying to Challenge its Control of the Gaza Strip
IICC
An Israeli report on the use by Hamas of extreme force to suppress global jihad operatives
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-07