Regional
Planning for the Unthinkable: Countering a North Korean Nuclear Attack and Management of Post-Attack Scenarios
Korean Journal of Defense Analysis
This review of North Korea’s nuclear weapons capabilities reveals a two-track agenda consisting of both a plutonium (proven) and a highly enriched uranium (likely) programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-13
Decisions and Destinies: Asian Security in 2010
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 4-page Australian paper assesses how recent security choices in Asia - especially at sea - could have long-term consequences for peace or conflict
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-16
Opening Pandora's Box: The "Military Option" for Countering Iran's Nuclear Program
ACA
A US issue brief on countering Iran's nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-13
The IAEA's Iran Report: Assessment and Implications
ACA
This US issue brief interprets the IAEA's Iran report
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
Iranian Missile Messages: Reading Between the Lines of "Great Prophet 6"
ACA
A US issue brief assessing Iran's nuclear weapons ability and intent
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
Cross-Border Terrorism in India: Counterterrorism Strategies and Challenges
ACDIS
A 31-page US paper offering recommendations for improving India's institutional capabilities, inter-agency coordination, and international cooperation in order to more effectively combat cross-border terror
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
The Case against Nuclearization of South Asia
ACDIS
This 33-page US paper explores the regional implications of nuclearized India and Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
Reassessing Nuclear South Asia
ACDIS
A US magazine issue featuring 7 articles dealing with the nuclear stance of India and Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-08
The Armenian-Turkish Rapprochement and the Reordering Of Geopolitics in the Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article exploring the significance of the Armenian-Turkish rapprochement
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-07
Russia’s Difficult Balancing Act in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article commenting on the latest effort by Moscow to maintain its difficult balancing act among the countries of the South Caucasus
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-09-22
Iran Becoming a Major Player in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article outlining how Iran is rapidly expanding its activities both bilaterally with each of the countries in the South Caucasus and multi-laterally as a new center of geopolitical power in its own right and a counterweight to other outside powers
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-10
Can the European Union Play a Balanced Role in the South Caucasus?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the role of the EU in the South Caucasus
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-29
The Caspian Basin States: From Conflict to Cooperation?
ADA
This Azerbaijani article comments on the rapidly expanding cooperation among the Caspian Basin countries on issues ranging from environmental protection to international security
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-26
The International Dimension of Security Dynamics in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the security dynamics in the South Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-18
Changes in the South Caucasus Since August 2008: Regional Perspectives for the World’s Superpower
ADA
This Azerbaijani backgrounder explains how the three countries of the South Caucasus (sometimes referred to as the Transcaucasus)—Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia—form the most complex, combustible and unstable region in the former Soviet Union
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-27
Looking Beyond the Golan Heights: Baku as a Possible Mediator in the Middle East
ADA
An Azerbaijani article discussing the possibility od a mediating role for Azerbaijan in the Israeli-Syrian dispute
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-18
Ankara-Yerevan Accords Point toward Armenia’s Withdrawal from the Occupied Territories
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the implications of the Ankara-Yerevan accords for Azerbaijan
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-11-18
The Eastern Partnership and EU-Azerbaijan Relations
ADA
This Azerbaijani article looks at how the EU's Eastern Partnership has impacted upon EU-Azerbaijan relations
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-15
The Sources of Russia’s Rapprochement with Turkey
ADA
An Azerbaijani article discussing the causes of Russia’s rapprochement with Turkey
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-08
Endgame on Karabakh?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article assessing speculation that the South Caucasus is on the verge of a new outbreak of violence
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-08
Azerbaijan and Naval Competition on the Caspian
ADA
An article on Azerbaijan's development of a naval presence on the Caspian Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25
Turkish-Armenian Border: Where Are We Heading?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article discussing the possibility that Turkey might reopen its borders with Armenia and on the consequences of such an action for the resolution of the territorial dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-22
Karabakh after Kazan
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the meeting between Presidents Ilham Aliyev and Serzh Sargsyan to discuss a settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Regional, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-07-20
Azerbaijan’s Balanced Foreign Policy and the Muslim World
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the country's development of relations with the Muslim and non-Muslim worlds
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-06
Psychological Dimensions of the Armenia-Azerbaijan Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
ADA
An Azerbaijani essay on the psychological dimension of the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-05-16
NATO-Azerbaijan: Assessing the Past, Looking Into the Future
ADA
This Azerbaijani article assesses the current level of partnership achieved between Azerbaijan and NATO
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-08
East-West Energy Cooperation and Its Consequences for Georgia and Azerbaijan
ADA
An Azerbaijani article explaining that the development of east-west energy cooperation in the Caspian region not only has involved a wide range of participants in the region but has promoted the development of infrastructure, the improvement of the macro-economic environment and the international integration of both Georgia and Azerbaijan into the international community
FTA Trends
ADB
This 6-table tool quantifies the continuing spread of regional and bilateral free trade agreements (FTAs) in Asia and the Pacific region
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-28
ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements with the People’s Republic
ADB
This 40-page report aims to assess, qualitatively and quantitatively the different permutations of ASEAN’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with PRC, Japan and Korea
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-24
Emerging Asia: Decoupling or Recoupling
ADB
This 52-page working paper investigates the degree of real economic interdependence between emerging Asia and major industrial countries
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-17
Organizing the Wider East Asia Region
ADB
This 88-page paper examines the development of new regional institutions involving the whole East Asia region
RegionalPosted: 2010-12-02
Asian FTAs: Trends and Challenges
ADBI
This 40-page working papere examines key trends and challenges in Asian FTAs
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-16
Overview of Security Issues in Europe and Eurasia
AEI
A 12-page US House testimony on whether there is a significant divergence between how the United States and its closest European allies deal with the Islamist terrorist threat
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-08
The U.S.-Japan Alliance: Relic of a Bygone Era?
AEI
This 7-page US outlook considers the future of the US-Japan alliance
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-02
Evo Morales's Reelection: Last Stand for Democracy?
AEI
A 6-page US brief arguing that Evo Morales's reelection on December 6 bodes ill for Bolivians and friends of democracy in the region
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-21
The Mounting Hezbollah Threat in Latin America
AEI
This 8-page US brief examines how Hezbollah is using the Western Hemisphere as a staging ground, fundraising center, and operational base to wage asymmetric warfare against the United States
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-12
Limited Goals, Limited Gains: The Pakistan Army's Operation in Kurram
AEI
A US analysis of the Pakistani military's latest offensive against Taliban militants in northwest Pakistan in Kurram
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-12
Improved Cross-Strait Relations Confusing to the Japanese
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the implications of recent developments in China-Taiwan relations for Japan
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-06
Twin States in East Asia: Japan-ROK Relations in a New Era
AJISS
A Japanese article examining the likely future relationship between Japan and South Korea
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-31
Broaden the Debate on TPP
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the proposed Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP)
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-25
China's Domestic Politics Behind the Senkaku Incident
AJISS
A 3-page Japanese commentary on the apparent dispute going on within the Chinese leadership over the defence of maritime resources in the East China Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-13
We Need Both Hatoyama's Decision and Obama's Patience
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on US-Japan relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-09
Hamas’ Khaled Mesh’al Sets Out His Movement’s Policy Directions
AMEC, Al-Sabeel
The 30-page translation of an interview with Hamas leader Khaled Mesh'al, covering the policy direction of Hamas on a number of critical issues: negotiations with Israel, recognition of Israel, resistance, Jews, Christians and women
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15
Rising China: Global Challenges and Opportunities
ANU
A 362-page Australian monograph reflecting on the wide range of opportunities and challenges that have emerged in the context of a rising China.
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-05
Rising China: Power and Reassurance
ANU E Press
This 212-page Australian volume discusses the challenges involved in adjusting to the re-emergence of China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-09
Redrawing the Map of Legitimacy
Arab Reform Bulletin
A commentary arguing that the Israeli attack on Gaza simultaneously restored Hamas’ damaged legitimacy as the leader of the Palestinian resistance and pulled the rug out from under President Mahmoud Abbas
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-05
Has Arab Business Ever Been, or Will it Be, a Player for Reform?
Arab Reform Initiative
This 18-page policy paper explores to what extent the private sector is truly private in the GCC and asks whether the recent economic crisis can set the stage for potentially more mature interest group politics and a wider contribution of business to reform processes
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-28
Reforms at a Standstill for the Taëf Government of Lebanon
Arab Reform Initiative
A 34-page report on Lebanon's political situation
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-08
Critical Dialogue between Diverse Opposition Groups: Final Report
Arab Reform Initiative
The 83-page report of four conferences held to attempt a consensus for Arab reform
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-03
The Future Global Reserve System - An Asian Perspective
ARIC
This 46-page report states that while the US dollar will remain the leading currency of international exchange for now, a rebalancing in the global economy means that in the future, a wider range of currencies will need to be used to settle trade and investment
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-11
Making Mischief: The Return of the South China Sea Dispute
ASPI
This 16-page Australian report provides an analysis of the complex political/military and international legal issues that make up the South China Sea dispute
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-22
Japan's Strategic Outlook
ASPI
A 12-page Australian perspective on Japan's strategic outlook
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-19
Forks in the River: Australia's Strategic Options in a Transformational Asia
ASPI
This 48-page report argues that Australia will be drawn increasingly to grow its strategic engagement with Asian partners
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-30
A Delicate Issue: Asia's Nuclear Future
ASPI
This report argues that Australian strategic policy should retain the flexibility to accommodate a range of possible Asian nuclear futures, striking a balance between its ordering and hedging strategies during a possible turbulent era in regional security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-14
Whither US Forces? US Military Presence in the Asia-Pacific and the Implications for Australia
ASPI
This 9-page Australian paper analyses the options for a local US military presence and the implications for Australia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
North Korea: Truculent but Worrisome
ASPI
This 6-page Australian policy analysis concludes that it is likely that the Korean peninsula will remain one of Asia’s most challenging flashpoints for some time to come
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-24
North Korea: The Reverberations of 25 May
ASPI
This 5-page Australian policy analysis assesses the strategic consequences of North Korea’s second nuclear test.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-04
Regionalism and Community: Australia’s Options in the Asia–Pacific
ASPI
This 56-page Australian report explores the challenges of building a stronger 'community' in the Asia-Pacific
RegionalPosted: 2010-12-21
China's Maritime Strategic Agenda
ASPI
This 4-page Australian policy analysis explores the central tenets of China's maritime security agenda
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-03
Australian Unity Wellbeing Index: Special Report on City and Country Living
Australian Unity and Deakin University
A 56-page report monitoring the subjective wellbeing of the Australian population, comparing city dwellers with those living rurally
Regional, Urban IssuesPosted: 2005-03-04
North Korea Nuclear Tensions Rise
BASIC
A 6-page summary of the most relevant developments on North Korea’s nuclear programme and the broader security situation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-17
New Players in the Dispute over Iran’s Nuclear Program: Brazilian, Turkish and Iranian Objectives
BASIC
An 11-page paper examining the role of Turkey and Brazil in relation to Iran's nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
This Week - A South Asian Nuclear Reconciliation?
BASIC
This article examines developments to the Indian and Pakistani stances on nuclear weaponry
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-08
The European Union and the South Caucasus
Bertelsmann Stiftung
A 140-page monograph comprising three perspectives from the Caucasus on the future of the European Project
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-25
After Soccer Diplomacy: The Turkish-Armenian Relations
Bertelsmann Stiftung
An 8-page German brief considering the expectations, hopes and fears associated with the reopening of the border and the normalization of relations between Turkey and Armenia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-19
Empty Words: Saudi Blustering and US-Saudi Realities
BESA
A 3-page Israeli commentary on US-Saudi relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-03
Needed: A Leader in the White House
BESA
A 3-page Israeli article commenting on President Obama's Middle East policy
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-15
Too Clever By Half? The Problematics of Demilitarization and Other Shadows in Prime Minister Netanyahu's BESA Center Speech
BESA
An 8-page Israeli critique of a recent speech by the Israeli Prime Minister on Israeli-Palestinian rapprochement
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-17
Iran: The Flaws of Containment
BESA
A 4-page Israeli perspective highlighting the risks of a containment strategy vis-à-vis Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-02
The Challenge of Managing State-owned Small Arms and Light Weapons in South Sudan
BICC
A 4-page German note on the challenge of finding solutions for getting widespread possession of small arms and light weapons (SALW) and related trade flows under control in the Republic of South Sudan
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
New Government in Beirut, Old Problems in the South
Bitterlemons-international.org
An Israeli commentary on the political situation in Lebanon
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-02
Prospects of Belarus-Ukraine Relations at the Inter-Regional, Bilateral and Multilateral Levels
BPPF
This 7-page paper examines promising spheres of cooperation between Belarus and Ukraine
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-04-13
What's Next for Latin America After the Global Crisis?
Brookings
A 5-page US article discussing challenges that have impacted Latin America's development and the type of investment opportunities that lie ahead
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-31
Convergence and Divergence in Taiwan's U.S. Policy, 2004-2008: Analysis and Recommendations
Brookings
This 38-page US article looks at recent developments in Taiwan's US policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-16
The Challenge of Gaza: Policy Options and Broader Implications
Brookings
A 47-page US analysis paper on Gaza shows a wide range of policies, the connections of policies to each other, and the tradeoffs that choosing one, or a set, would entail
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-07-27
The Arab Democracy Paradox
Brookings
A US commentary on the progress of democracy in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-07
Latin America: Time for Reform, Not for Complacency
Brookings
A US commentary on the effectiveness of Latin American governments' response to tthe global financial crisis
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-27
Starting in Egypt: The Fourth Wave of Democratization?
Brookings
A US article considering possible implications of the collapse of the Mubarak regime
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-14
Political Violence in North Africa: The Perils of Incomplete Liberalization
Brookings
This 43-page US study examines whether liberalizing regimes in the Maghreb are more or less vulnerable to the threat of political violence and terrorism than their more repressive counterparts
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
Is the United States on the Side of Mideast Democracy?
Brookings
A US article questioning US policy towards the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-01
Tunisia's Political Earthquake
Brookings
This US opinion piece argues that recent events in Tunisia indicate that the pressing question is no longer whether the status quo in the Arab world is sustainable but how fast it will crumble
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
Financial Regionalism: A Review of the Issues
Brookings
This 23-page US paper aims to provide basic elements to inform current discussions about the purpose, the potential, and the actual accomplishments of regional and/or subregional financial arrangements
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-15
Governance in Africa: Monitoring the Pulse of the Continent
Brookings
A US article highlighting the need for good governance in Africa
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-01
Curbing Success in Latin America
Brookings
A US paper warning of the risk of overheating in Latin American economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-16
Democracy in Latin America: Miles Traveled and Miles to Go
Brookings
A US essay commenting on the pace of democratization in Latin America
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-15
Pakistan’s Future: The Bellagio Papers
Brookings
A 157-page series of papers written by the participants in a conference in Bellagio, Italy in May 2010 that examined the future of Pakistan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-20
Direct Palestinian-Israeli Negotiations: The Looming Risks of a Necessary Step
Brookings
A US article assessing the prospects for the direct Palestinian-Israeli negotiations
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-30
Crisis in Honduras
Brookings
This US article analyses the political crisis in Honduras
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-06
An International Response to Central Asia’s Severe Disaster Risks
Brookings
A US paper on efforts to deal with the cumulative risks which Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan) face
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-05
The Transatlantic Relationship After the Arab Uprisings: Stronger in North Africa, Shakier in the Middle East?
Brookings
A US essay arguing that America and Europe, while sharing common objectives, have different priorities concerning support for democratic processes in the region. More importantly, they have significantly distinct readings of the Middle East Peace Process (MEPP), which will become an increasingly decisive issue in the coming months
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-13
Latin America Economic Perspectives: Shifting Gears in an Age of Heightened Expectations
Brookings
This 82-page US study of Latin American economic prospects finds that, today, overheating and inflationary pressures are rising, and many financial regulators wonder whether domestic credit is already growing excessively
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-10
How Stable Is Jordan? King Abdullah’s Half-hearted Reforms and the Challenge of the Arab Spring
Brookings
This 11-page US policy briefing takes a closer look at Jordan’s changing political dynamics, with a focus on the role of the king, the royal court, and the feared security services
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
Assessing the Obstacles and Opportunities in a Future Israeli-Syrian-American Peace Negotiation
Brookings
This 10-page US paper analyzes the difficulties confronting Washington’s and Jerusalem’s respective Syria policies and offers an approach for dealing with Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-01
Mastering Counterinsurgency: A Workshop Report
Brookings
The 8-page report of a three-day workshop that explored American and Pakistani approaches to counterinsurgency (COIN) and low-intensity conflict (LIC) from March 10 to March 12, 2009
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-13
Egypt’s Salafi Challenge
Brookings
This US article considers the implications of the unexpected rise of the Salafis in Egypt’s parliamentary election
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-09
Foresight Africa: Top Priorities for the Continent in 2012
Brookings
This 44-page US report outlines the top priorities for Africa in 2012 and beyond
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-09
The “Peace Process” is Dead; What’s Next?
Brookings
A US article arguing that a fresh approach to Arab-Israeli peacemaking is urgently needed
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-11
The "Democratization" Process in Morocco: Progress, Obstacles and the Impact of the Islamist-Secularist Divide
Brookings
A 41-page US working paper questioning the adequacy of the political reform process within Morocco
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-15
Four Military Options in Syria
Brookings
A US article considering the military options available for stopping repression in Syria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-06
The Reversal of the Structural Transformation in Latin America After China’s Emergence
Brookings
This 26-page US paper examines how the significant expansion in the demand for commodities by China during the last decade has been a mixed blessing for Latin America
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-15