Governance & Politics
The Gaza Strip after Operation Cast Lead
IICC
This 46-page updated Israeli report describes the rebuilding of the civilian and military infrastructure in the Gaza Strip carried out by Hamas. At the same time, it details how Hamas continues entrenching its control of the Gaza Strip
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-07-13
Spotlight on Iran
IICC
A 10-page Israeli commentary on recent political developments in Iran
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2009-08-17
Society and Politics in the Gaza Strip
IICC
An 11-page Israeli article describing how Hamas is consolidating its control over the Gaza Strip
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-05
Russia's 2020 Strategic Economic Goals and the Role of International Integration
IFRI, CSIS
This 26-page paper assesses how efforts to implement Russia's long-term socio-economic development programme may affect the country's integration into the global economy
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-08
Caspian Pipeline Consortium, Bellwether of Russian Investment Climate?
IFRI
This 27-page French essay assesses the implications of the CPC dossier for Russian energy policy
Energy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-04
Internal and External Impact of Russia’s Economic Crisis
IFRI
This 25-page French paper assesses the impacts of Russia's economic crisis
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-07
Economic Constraint and Ukraine’s Security Policy
IFRI
This 24-page French paper examines the motivations for extending Russia's Crimean bas lease as well as the history of military reform in the country to find that economic interests rather than ideological issues have motivated decision making in this area
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-31
The Fall of a Hindu Monarchy: Maoists in Power in Nepal
IFRI
This 30-page French paper examines the rise to power of Nepal's Maoist government and considers its internal and external challenges
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-12
The Political Economy of Agricultural Policy Reform in India
IFPRI
This 261-page US study throws new light on the factors that have so far prevented a move toward more pro-poor and environmentally sustainable agricultural input policies in India
Governance & Politics, Poverty & HungerPosted: 2011-09-20
Pakistan State-Society Analysis
IFP/Clingendael
This 47-page Dutch study aims to identify the underlying causes of weak interaction between state institutions and citizens, and to achieve a thorough understanding of the complex power dynamics that characterise state-society relations. The picture emerging from the exploration of how deep structures, formal and informal institutions, and the current context, shape the nature of the Pakistani state and its interaction with society
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-03-27
Kostunika-Djukanovic Secret Agreement
IFIMES
Results of a public opinion survey held in Montenegro on the subject of independence, with an accompanying commentary
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-17
The State of Kosovo
IFIMES
A Slovene article on the independence process in Kosovo
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-22
Political, Economic and Security Perspectives of China in New Global Order
IFIMES
A Slovene article on China's new position in the world
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-04-06
The Ugly Political Language of PDK
IFIMES
Highlights of a Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Kosovo
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-11
Elusive Finality: Despatch from Newly-Independent Kosovo
IFIMES
A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Kosovo
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-06-18
Preparing for election fraud?
IFIMES
A 6-page Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Albania in the light of the forthcoming parliamentary elections
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-09
Where is Macedonia Bound?
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Macedonia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-10-23
20 Years of Milo Dukanovic's Regime?
IFIMES
A Slovene update on the political situation in Montenegro
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-18
Independence Accomplished: New Goals for Kosovo
IFIMES
A 4-page Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Kosovo
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-28
Nikolic Most Likely to Win
IFIMES
A Slovene commentary on the current political situation in Serbia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-21
Undecided Voters Will Decide
IFIMES
A Slovene article commenting on the forthcoming runoff presidential election in Serbia
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-02-05
Is Republika Srpska Arming Itself?
IFIMES
A Slovene commentary on current political developments in Bosnia and Herzogovina
Governance & Politics, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-02
A Creeping Crisis: The Serbian Government's Plan for Kosovo
IFIMES
A Slovene commentary on the current situation in Serbia vis-a-vis Kosovo
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-07-08
Nationalism and Religious Extremism in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo Since 1990
IFIMES
This article explores the structural complexity of the relation between nationalism and religion
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-14
Why Should Kosovo Get International Recognition?
IFIMES
An article examining the historical case for Kosovan independence
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-06-15
The Vicious Circle of Politics, Mafia and Crime
IFIMES
A 6-page Slovene commentary on the current political situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Governance & Politics, Crime, Law & OrderPosted: 2010-09-20
Searching for Constructive and Realistic Solutions of Kosovo Status
IFIMES
A Slovene article examining possible solutions to the question of Kosovo's final status
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-03-29
Jansa's SDS the Relative Winner
IFIMES
An analysis of the forthcoming parliamentary elections in Slovenia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-09-09
Does Bosnia/Herzegovina Need the Institution of the High Representative (OHR)?
IFIMES
An article examining whether the Office of the High Representative and EU Special Representative continues to have a role in the reconstruction of Bosnia/Herzegovina
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-26
Has Sali Berisha Privatized State Institutions?
IFIMES
A Slovene article analyzing the current political situation in Albania
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-11-12
Searching for Constructive and Realistic Solutions of Kosovo Status: Theoretical Aspects
IFIMES
A Slovene article offering a range of possible solutions to the Kosovo conflict
Governance & Politics, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2008-03-17
New Challenges for Serbia and for the EU in Serbia
IFIMES
A Slovene article commenting on Serbia's political situation
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2008-03-29
Socialist Alliance for Integration: The Key to Composing the New Government
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Albania in the light of the forthcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for 28 June 2009.
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-08
Election Campaign with the Taste of Blood
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of the current political situation in Albania
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-23
The European Institutions as an Interest Group
IEA
This 57-page UK study explores the economic incentives that drive forward EU integration. The author sets out a series of reforms designed to counteract the centralising tendency and to ensure that the role of EU bodies is more closely aligned with the preferences of citizens
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-06-23
Political Crisis and the 'Coming' Election in Pakistan
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the political crisis in Pakistan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-12-08
Asif Zardari and the T.I.N.A. Factor
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the political situation in Pakistan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-05
The Imperative of a National Government in Nepal
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the political situation in Nepal
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-09-03
Challenges Before New Government in Indonesia
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the current political situation in Indonesia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-03
Is China Edging Towards Political and Economic Uncertainty?
IDSA
This Indian commentary considers how China may cope with uncertainty both as regards economic policy as well as internal dissidence
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-22
Imperative of Exercising Control over the ISI
IDSA
An Indian article urging the Pakistan government to seize control of the ISI
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-01-08
South Korea under Lee Myung-bak
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the implications of South Korea's recent presidential elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-02-07
The April Election and Prospects for Sustainable Peace in Sri Lanka
IDSA
An Indian commentary concluding that the outcome of the April general election makes clear that Sri Lanka will evolve its own model of post-conflict reconstruction and reconciliation to address the causes of conflict
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-21
Likely Impact of Current Developments on the Pakistani State and its Army
IDSA
A 7-page Indian issue brief envisaging the possibility that Pakistani society, fearful of being left behind, may force a change in the state’s policy orientation
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-04-21
America Leaves Iraq: A Strategic Appraisal
IDSA
An Indian commentary assessing the future prospects of Iraq as well as the strategic lessons learnt by the United States during its seven-year involvement in the country
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-08-27
Iraq Beyond the Troop Surge
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the post-surge security and political outlook for Iraq
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-10-07
Nepal 2010: Uncertainties Galore
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the political situation in Nepal
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-13
China’s Worried Response to the Uprisings in the Middle East
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the reaction of the Chinese Communist Party to the success of popular movements in the Middle East
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-25
The Unfolding Crisis in Myanmar
IDSA
An Indian perspective on the crisis in Myanmar
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-09
How Does Taxation Affect the Quality of Governance?
IDS
A 2-page UK policy briefing on the relationship between taxation and the quality of governance in developing countries
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-03-10
Personal Reflections on the Crisis in Kenya
IDS
A report from an observer of the crisis in Kenya
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-01-23
Information Needs When Making Complex Decisions
IDeA
This 222-page UK research paper proposes principles to help local authority services increase their focus on customers. It aims to put the customer at the heart of ‘joined up’ access to and delivery of services
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-03-04
Establishing Electoral Administration Systems in New Democracies
IDE
This 38-page Japanese discussion paper seeks to identify the conditions for establishing an autonomous and capable electoral administration system in newly-democratized countries
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-07
Consensus and Democracy in Indonesia: Musyawarah-Mufakat Revisited
IDE
This 16-page Japanese discussion paper analyzes customary practices of consensus decision making, called musyawarah‐mufakat, as a basis of democratic stability in Indonesia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-10-07
Critical Connections: Islamic Politics and Political Economy in Indonesia and Malaysia
IDE
A 38-page Japanes discussion paper exploring Islamic politics in two Muslim-majority countries in Southeast Asia, Indonesia and Malaysia, by linking their trajectories, from late colonial emergence to recent upsurge, to broad concerns of political economy, including changing social bases, capitalist transformation, state policies, and economic crises
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-06-13
Constitutional Review and Democratic Consolidation: A Literature Review
IDE
This 26-page Japanese discussion paper reviews the literature on the prevalence of constitutional review across the world, and particularly in emerging democracies, during the last two decades
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-04-14
Ethnicity and Elections under Authoritarianism: The Case of Kazakhstan
IDE
This 35-page Japanese discussion paper examines Khazak government strategy to avoid ethnic voting in an attempt to explain why ethnic divisions were rarely reflected in the struggle for power in the republic
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-04-14
The Urban Middle Class in the Instability of New Democracies
IDE
This 33-page Japanese discussion paper seeks to explain why an urban middle class, which is expected to stabilize democracy, seeks to expel democratically elected leaders through extra-constitutional action
Governance & Politics, International DevelopmentPosted: 2010-11-25
No Insulation: Politics and Technocracy’s Troubled Trajectory
IDE
This 43-page Japanese paper traces the trajectories of technocracy in conditions of rapid social transformation, severe economic restructuring, or political crises – when the technocratic was unavoidably political
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-13
Political Conditions for Fair Elections
IDE
This 29-page Japanese paper deals with two questions, (1) under what conditions does a ruler have an incentive to hold fair elections (or to rig elections), and (2) what makes a ruler prefer to establish an independent election governing institution?
International Development, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-12-06
Democracy, the Undiscovered Country: Preparing for the 2010 Election
ICPS
A 5-page policy brief reviewing Ukraine's political scene prior to the forthcoming presidential elections
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-09-22
Will the Arab World Follow Ukraine’s Path?
ICPS
A Ukrainian article on applying the lessons of the Orange Revolution to Arab reform
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-22
Will Democracy Survive in Ukraine? What the Experts Say
ICPS
A 2-page commentary on recent steps taken by the Ukrainian government, and their possible impact on Ukrainian democracy
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-02-13
EU Standards of Democratic Governing: The Only Way to Desovietize Public Administration in Ukraine
ICPS
A 5-page Ukrainian article arguing that the root cause of the failure of Ukraine's government is the incomplete, fragmented desovietization of the country
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-15
Ukraine Needs Everyday Democracy
ICPS
A 2-page article listing the key institutions needed in Ukraine if the country is to develop
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-03
A New Foreign Policy for Ukraine: Four Strategic Priorities
ICPS
An 11-page Ukrainian article proposing a new foreign policy direction for Ukraine
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-03-03
Ukraine's Political System: Crash, Freeze, Reboot
ICPS
This 2-page article analyzes the problems with Ukraine's political system and suggests solutions
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-05-28
Ukraine’s Economy Hostage to Political One-upmanship
ICPS
A 2-page commentary on how Ukrain's economy is affected by internal politics
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-18
Economic Reforms in Moldova: Avoiding the Ukrainian Trap
ICPS
This 36-page report examines how Ukraine’s reform experience could be valuable for Moldova as it could prevent the country from falling into the same traps aws Ukraine while revealing the obstacles to democratic transformations in the country
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-14
Political Reform: Evaluation and Recommendations from the Public
ICPS
A 2-page Ukrainian article outlining proposals for political reform in Ukraine
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-11-27
A European Alternative Belarus
ICDT
This 31-page report proposes a pathway for Belarus to achieve an independent, democratic and open status within Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-23
An Italian Strategy for Relaunching the EU Constitutional Treaty
IAI
This 12-page paper offers an Italian perspective on relaunching the EU Constitutional Treaty
European Union, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-07-13
Is There an Islamist Alternative in Egypt?
IAI
This 14-page Italian paper aims to evaluate, inasmuch as it is possible, the state of health of the Muslim Brotherhood (MB) today, after forty years of coexistence with the Egyptian (neo)-authoritarian regime
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-10
New Kemalism: Religious but Not Conservative
Hurriyet Daily News
An article considering the prospects for the 2011 elections in Turkey
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-06
Taiwan Elections: Foundation for the Future
Hoover Instiution
This 28-page US essay examines the implications of the result of the January 2008 Legislative Yuan elections in Taiwan
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-03-17
Popular Mobilization and the Collapse of the Bolivian Political System
Hoover Institution
A 3-page essay explaining how demands for political representation by Amerindians and regional groups have led to the collapse of the traditional political party system in Bolivia
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2005-07-01
After the Taiwan Election: Restoring Dialogue while Reserving Options
Hoover Institution
A 28-page US analysis of the implications of the recent presidential election in Taiwan for future cross-strait relations
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-20
China's Stubborn Anti-Democracy
Hoover Institution
A US article assesses the rate of democratization in China
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2007-02-27
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
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
An Orienting Principle for Foreign Policy
Hoover Institution
This US essay studies the deficiencies of “Grand Strategy”
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-01
With Hu in Charge, Jiang's at Ease
Hoover Institution
A 10-page article on the implications of the replacement of Jiang Zemin by Hu Jintau as China's highest military leader
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-03-03
Waging War, Building States
Hoover Institution
This US essay examines the growing importance of nation-building as part of security strategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-01
Of Power and Providence
Hoover Institution
This paper uses a historical perspective to explain the changing relationship between the United States and the European Union
Foreign Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-21
Inner-Party Democracy: Development and Limitations
Hoover Institution
An 11-page US essay evaluating the Chinese Communist Party's decision on promoting “inner-party democracy"
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-02-22
The Roots of Democracy
Hoover Institution
A U.S. article explaining how the successful implantation of democracy is dependant on a favourable economic and institutional landscape
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-02-21
Making Democracy Stick
Hoover Institution
A U.S. article examining the difficulties facing democracy promotion
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2005-12-03
Intra-Party Democracy in China: Should We Take It Seriously?
Hoover Institution
A 14-page US article assessing the prospects for intra-Party democracy in China
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-23
Administrative Burdens of Regulation: Communities and Local Government
HM Government
A 7-page UK report summarizing the cost burdens imposed by local government regulation
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-12-12
Problems of Order, Identity and Justice in World Politics
Hawke Research Institute
This 22-page Australian working paper considers whether the use of external power and foreign assistance can bring peace and democracy or ameliorate the conditions that breed terrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-05-09
Representation without Taxation: The Fiscal Consequences of Electoral Institutions
Harris School
This 39-page US working paper investigates the link between electoral density and fiscal policy
Taxation, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2007-05-03
Traditional Leaders In Modern Africa: Can Democracy And The Chief Co-Exist?
GSDRC
This 35-page US study analyses survey data to explore popular perceptions of elected and traditional leaders in Africa
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-04-22
Cities: Who Decides?
Grattan Institute
The 56-page Australian report of an investigation into decision-making in eight of the world’s most successful cities, and the governance arrangements accompanied their broad-based improvement
Urban Issues, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-10-18
Can the AKP's Kurdish Gamble Pay Off?
GMFUS
This 3-page analysis considers Turkey's political dilemma in respect of Kurdish demands for greater autonomy
Governance & Politics, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-06
Exit the Commanders
GMFUS
A 3-page commentary on the recent resignation of the top Turkish commanders
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-11
The Politics of India's Unfinished Economic Reforms
GMFUS
This 4-page US brief forecasts that future economic liberalization in India will likely be hesitant, episodic, and half-hearted
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-15
Reform in Libya: Chimera or Reality?
GMF, IAI
This 27-page paper lays out the current reform debates being played out within Libya
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-12-14
Reclaiming Democracy
GMF
This book provides a cross-section of perspectives on recent democratic breakthroughs in Central and Eastern Europe
Governance & Politics, European UnionPosted: 2007-03-01
Turkey's Travails: Outlook and Strategic Consequences
GMF
This 4-page policy brief examines the possible implications of Turkey's current political crisis for Turkey's society and its foreign policy
Governance & Politics, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
Iraq's New Political Elites: A Dream Come True?
Gloria Center
A 17-page Israeli essay discussing Iraq's new political elite
Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-01-25