Regional
'Cool Neighbours': Sweden’s EU Presidency and Russia
IFRI
A 22-page French paper examining Swedish-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-19
"For Whom the Bell Tolls": The November 2011 IAEA Report
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the IAEA report on Iran's nuclear programme
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
Zimbabwe’s Sanctions Standoff
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing describes the need for a nuanced approach to Zinbabwe's sanctions distinguishing the various measures imposed by the EU, U.S. and other Western states
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-06
Yemen's Increasing Importance in the Regional Struggle
INSS
An Israeli article highlighting the significance of Yemen as an arena of struggle between regional powers
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-08
Yemen Rivalries
Dayan Centre
An Israeli article on the political situation in Yemen
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
Yemen Between Regime Survival and Systemic Change
FSI
This 25-page US paper explores the options facing Yemen and President Ali Abdullah Saleh in light of the protests calling for democratic reform in the country in early 2011
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-01
Yemen Announced that it Seized an Iranian Arms Ship Carrying weapons for the Shi´ite Rebels in the Country’s North
Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
A 5-page Israeli report of a Yemeni seizure of an Iranian arms shipment destined for a rebel group
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-09
World Trade Report 2011
WTO
The 256-page World Trade Report 2011 describes the historical development of PTAs and the current landscape of agreements. It examines why PTAs are established, their economic effects, and the contents of the agreements themselves. Finally it considers the interaction between PTAs and the multilateral trading system
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-28
World Passivity in the Face of Advanced Nuclear Challenges
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the nuclear activities of Iran and Syria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-09
Why Welcome Al Basheer? Contextualizing Turkey ’s Darfur Policy
SETA
A Turkish policy brief explaining Turkey's Darfur policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25
Why Syria Is Unlikely to be Next . . . for Now
CEIP
A US commentary assessing the likelihood of a popular uprising in Syria
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-10
Why is North Korea so Aggressive? Kim Jong-Il's Illness and North Korea's Changing Governing Style
Nautilus Institute
A US article on the influence of the military on North Korea's recent aggressive stance
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-04
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
Where the Old Meets the New: Transitional Justice, Peacebuilding and Traditional Reconciliation Practices in Africa
Uppsala University
A 40-page paper focusing on a central dilemma facing peacebuilding after war. This dilemma is constituted by the, often contradictory, demands from various actor groupings concerning matters related to peace, justice, reconciliation and political stability
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-07
Where Have all the Flowers Gone? Europe's Strategic Puzzle in the Mediterranean
EPC
This 2-page commentary argues that as they hone their strategies to push forward transformation in the countries of North Africa, the EU and its members must take a case-by case approach to each country
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-23
When Victory Becomes an Option: Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood Confronts Success
CEIP
This 30-page US paper argues that if it is to be successful in government, the Muslim Brotherhood must start setting its foreign policy, economic, and cultural priorities
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
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
What Tunisia Proved — and Disproved — about Political Change in the Arab World
CEIP
This US analysis draws regional conclusions from the recent Tunisian revolution
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-24
What the West Should Do About the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
Clingendael
An 11-page Dutch paper on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-22
What the Tunisian and Egyptian Uprisings Mean for the Middle East
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 14-page Australian perspective examines the consequences for the Middle East of the uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-10
What Is ASEAN’s Relevance for Geopolitical Stability in Asia?
GIGA
This 4-page article examines the relevance of ASEAN to stability in Asia
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-11-09
What If the Palestinians Declare Independence?
Dayan Center
An Israeli commentary on the proposal for a unilateral declaration of independence by the Palestinians
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-09
What Future for the Union for the Mediterranean?
FIIA
This 2-page Finnish commentary assesses the state of the EU\'s Union for the Mediterranean
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-09
What Does Pakistan Hope to Achieve with Nasr?
IDSA
An Indian commentary on Pakistan's intentions in respect of Nasr
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
Wen Jiabao’s India visit: A Strategic Review
IDSA
A 10-page Indian issue brief reviewing Wen Jiabao's recent Indian visit
Foreign Policy, 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
Washington Balances Syrian Engagement with Commitment to Lebanese Allies
Washington Institute
A 3-page US article exploring the Obama Administration's problem in balancing Syrian engagement with its commitments to Lebanon
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-26
War without Borders: The Colombia-Ecuador Crisis of 2008
SSI
A 57-page US monograph analyzing the role that the United States plays in the emerging security environment in Latin America
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-14
War in Afghanistan: Strategy, Military Operations, and Issues for Congress
CRS
This 75-page US report provides analysis of current developments and future options concerning the war in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-22
Vision and Reality in the Middle East
INSS
This 122-page volume compiles edited versions of presentations delivered in December 2009 at a conference held to probe the most critical and challenging issues on Israel’s national security agenda and then together search for the policies that best advance Israel’s national security interests
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-15
Violence in Southern Thailand: More than Just Religion
Stimson Center
A US article explaining the roots of extremist violence in Southern Thailand
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-16
Values Promotion and Security Management in Euro-Mediterranean Relations:
DIIS
A 24-page Danish working paper examining the dilemmas of the EU's Mediterranean Policy by focusing on the case of Italy’s Mediterranean policy
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-14
US-Asia Relations after the Crisis
Global Brief
An article arguing that the new balance of relationships between the US and Asia will shape, for better or worse, the coming years not only for Asians and Americans but, in tandem, for the post-crisis world
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-11-26
Upheavals in the Middle East: Cause for Rapprochement Between Turkey and Israel ?
Dayan Center
An 8-page Israeli article considering the possibility of a renewed rapprochement between Turkey and Israel
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-07-27
Unrealised Potential: India's 'Soft Power' Ambition in Asia
Centre for Independent Studies
This 20-page Australian paper argues that if India succeeds in winning over its sceptics, it will be well placed to be one of the principal leaders in and shaper of, the Asian Century
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-18
United States: A Stabilizing or Destabilizing Factor in the Asia-Pacific Region?
CEIP
This 4-page US brief considers whether the United States is a stabilizing factor in the Asia-Pacific region
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-21
United States-Israel Relations: Is Anything Forever?
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the US-Israeli relationship
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-18
United States and Mexico: Ties That Bind, Issues That Divide
Rand Corporation
This 222-page volume focuses on how the alliance between the United States and Mexico can be strengthened through policies that could be adopted by both countries’ administrations as they tackle common interests and exploit new opportunities
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-08-05
Understanding Turkey's 2011 General Election Results
FPRI
A 3-page US essay focusing on the result of Turkey's general election
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-30
Ukrainian Arms Supplies to Sub-Saharan Africa
SIPRI
A 16-page Swedish background paper on the supply of arms to sub-Saharan Africa by Ukraine
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
Ukraine’s regional Integration: Terms of Reference
ICPS
This 17-page Ukrainian bulletin argues that Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry is faced with an impossible task: to normalize relations with Russia in a way that will not threaten the country’s independence. To protect its own sovereignty, Ukraine needs to fulfill the integrational terms of reference
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-11-03
Ukraine between Russia and the European Union
Cicero Foundation
A 5-page address analyzing Ukraine's current situation
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-28
UAE Nuclear Agreement; A Model for Southeast Asia
RSIS
This 3-page Singaporean commentary analyzes the benefits of the recent nuclear deal between the UAE and Korea Electric Power Corporation
U.S.-Taiwan Relationship: Overview of Policy
CRS
This 18-page US report provides a succinct overview with analysis of issues in the U.S.-Taiwan relationship
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-17
U.S.-EU Cooperation Against Terrorism
CRS
A 21-page US report on U.S.-EU counterterrorism cooperation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-29
U.S.-Cuba Relations
CFR
An updated US backgounder on US-Cuba relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-13
U.S. Strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan
CFR
A 112-page US task force report considering the direction of US strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-15
U.S. Policy Toward the Korean Peninsula
CFR
The 101-page report of a US task force studying US policy towards the Korean peninsula
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-09
U.S. Policy toward Korean Re-unification: Cross-Cultural Perspective
USAWC
This 28-page US paper identifies the cross-cultural awareness gaps between South Korea and the United States in respect of Korean reunification
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
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
Turmoil in the Arabian Peninsula
FPRI
This 4-page US essay examines the current turmoil in the Arabian peninsula
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-04-12
Turmoil in Syria: Reshaping the Middle East?
USIP
A series of US briefs on how the Syrian uprising is affecting the regional neighborhood
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-10-19
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
Turkish-Arab Economic and Military Cooperation: How Far Will it Go?
CEIP
This US commentary explains how Ankara’s approach towards Arab countries faces regional obstacles and is constrained by pre-existing foreign policy prerogatives
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-12-16
Turkish Regime Changes Sides, West Averts Eyes
Gloria Center
An Israeli commentary on the breakdown of Israel-Turkey relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-08
Turkish Politics and the Fading Magic of EU Enlargement
CER
A 5-page UK policy brief considering the current status of the Turkish accession process
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-15
Turkish Foreign Policy and the Arab Spring
EPC
This 2-page commentary offers an insight into the increasingly important role that Turkey is playing in its Middle East neighbourbood, further consolidating its influence and how Ankara is demonstrating itself to be a key partner of the West in dealing with the democratic transformation of the region
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-11
Turkey's Threat to Israel's New Gas Riches
Washington Institute
A US analysis of Turkey's threat to Israel's new gas riches
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-15
Turkey's Middle East Policies: Between Neo-Ottomanism and Kemalism
CEIP
A 36-page US paper explaining the two conflicting drivers of Turkey's new activism in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-31
Turkey’s Quiet Revolution and Its Impact on Israel
Dayan Center
A 7-page Israeli article tracing how, since 2002, Turkey has been undergoing a quiet revolution that has had far-reaching ramifications on the region in general and on Israel in particular
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-18
Turkey’s New Engagement in Iraq
USIP
This US report examines the change in relations between Tukey, Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-09
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: the Strategic Mistake
J.D. Giuliani
An essay on Turkey's new foreign policy direction and the implications for Europe
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-15
Turkey-Israel: A Fluctuating Alliance
SETA
A Turkish policy brief dealing with Turkish-Israel relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-25
Turkey-Armenia Relations
TESEV
A 3-page Turkish policy brief on Turkey-Armenia relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-25
Turkey on the Brink
Center for Security Policy
A 10-page US brief describing the change in Turkey's stance towards the West and Islamism
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-15
Turkey in the Security Council: Goals and Dilemmas
INSS
An Israeli commentary on Turkey's mediating role in the regions adjoining it
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-11
Turkey in the New Middle East
CEIP
This 42-page US paper explains why Turkey’s role as a model for budding Arab democracies also offers the country an opportunity to revitalize its partnership with the West
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-12-09
Turkey Drifts Away
National Journal
A 2-page US commentary on weakening US-Turkish ties
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-06
Turkey and the Transformation of NATO
SETA
This 16-page Turkish policy brief examines the implications of NATO's current transformation process for Turkish interests
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-05
Turkey and the Middle East in the ‘New Era’
Insight Turkey
This 17-page article focuses on Turkey’s relations with four regional states – Iraq, Israel/Palestine, Syria and Iran
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-26
Turkey and the Arab Spring
Henry Jackson Society
A 15-page US briefing asking whether Turkey's “zero problems” policy is still relevant or workable
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-16
Turkey and Iraq: Soft Power, Hard Power
Dayan Center
A 6-page Israeli commentary on the Kurdish question, within the context of Turkish-Iraqi relations including recent developments
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-03
Turkey and China: Seeking a Sustainable Partnership
SETA
This 16-page Turkish policy brief analyzes Turkish-Chinese relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-19
Turkey and Bosnia-Herzegovina: A Future Reflecting on the Past
SETA
A 12-page Turkish policy brief assessing Turkish policy towards Bosnia-Herzegovina
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-05
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
Tunisia’s Lessons for the Arab World
CEIP
A US commentary asserting that Tunisia’s successful elections point to five important lessons that other countries in the Middle East and North Africa should remember
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-11
Tunisia’s Electoral Lesson: The Importance of Campaign Strategy
CEIP
This US article asserts that Ennahda’s election victory in Tunisia can be attributed as much to its campaign strategy as to the popularity of its message
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-31
Tunisia: Exemplar or Exception?
FPRI
This 3-page US bulletin considers Tunisia's political future, and the implications of the "Jasmine Revolution" for its immediate North African neighbors and the wider Arab world
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-19
Tunisia Leads the Way Again
SWP
This 4-page German commentary taking an optimistic view of the chances for successful democratisation in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-06
Transnational Insurgencies and the Escalation of Regional Conflict: Lessons for Iraq and Afghanistan
SSI
This 73-page US monograph examines several transnational insurgencies that have been active since the end of the Cold War and applies the lessons learned to contemporary issues facing Iraq and Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-22
Transforming Turkish Foreign Policy: The Quest for Regional Leadership and Europeanisation
CEPS
This 2-page commentary argues for a ‘rational’ debate on Turkey, in the interests of both Turkey’s democratic future and of the EU’s chances of becoming an effective global power in the 21st century
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-12-02
Transforming the Quartet principles: Hamas and the Peace Process
ISS
This 36-page occasional paper seeks to find a way of overcoming the constraints that the EU has imposed upon itself by insisting on simultaneous adherence to the three Quartet principles
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2010-10-01
Trans-border Identities: A Study on the Impact of Bangladeshi and Nepali Migration to India
ICRIER
This 37-page paper deals with migration into India from adjoining neighbours and its impact on security and other issues of national interest
Immigration & Refugees, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-12
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
Tradition and Modernity in the "Arab Spring"
Dayan Center
A 3-page Israeli analysis speculating on the likely outcomes of the Arab Spring
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-15
Trade Patterns and Global Value Chains in East Asia
WTO, IDE-JETRO
A 132-page study resulting from the first-ever joint experiment to measure and analyse “trade in value-added"
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-12
Trade and the Global Economic Crisis: "If It's Not Part of the Solution, It's Part of the Problem"
Peterson Institute
A speech proposing that Asia-Pacific countries adopt trade policies that will help ameliorate the effects of the Global recession
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-23
Towards a Regional Security Regime for the Middle East: Issues and Options
SIPRI
In this Swedish paper, the original 1998 report is republished in its entirety, along with an extensive new afterword by the author identifying lessons from work to date on a regional security system that are relevant to today’s Middle East
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-14
Towards a Political Islam
Clingendael
This 54-page Dutch paper argues that Islam is compatible with modernity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-05
Toward a Solution to the Kurdish Question: Constitutional and Legal Recommendations
TESEV
This 62-page Turkish report aims to develop concrete proposals towards a democratic solution to the Kurdish Question and offers a comprehensive review and analysis on current legislation to the public and policymakers
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-26
Toward a New Transatlantic Bargain
CEIP
This 12-page US policy outlook asserts that NATO will come out best, however, if there is a renewed commitment on both sides of the Atlantic to some of the fundamentals of the Alliance that are important to both sides—a renewal of the transatlantic bargain
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-02-06
Toward a Euro-Atlantic Security Community
CEIP
This 35-page report lays out a series of concrete steps in six areas to improve relations between Russia, Europe, and the United States, leading to the eventual creation of a genuine Euro-Atlantic Security Community
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-03
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
Time for a Big Push on Infrastructure in Africa: What the G-20 Can Do
Brookings
This 10-page US policy paper argues that what the G-20 decides to do on infrastructure in Africa will be a critical test of whether it can amount to more than a talkshop
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-06
Three Connected Conflicts: Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan
ORG
A 4-page UK essay arguing that there have been significant developments in both Iraq and Pakistan, with each likely to have an impact on what is now happening in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-27
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 "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
The Wikileaks Cables on Turkey: 20/20 Tunnel Vision
MERIA
An 8-page Israeli article interpreting the Wikileaks cables on Turkey
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-15
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-04-14