Regional
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
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
The Arab Peace Initiative: A Primer and Future Prospects
JCPA
A 42-page Israeli report assessing the viability of the Arab Peace Initiative
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-22
Gaza’s Unfinished Business
Crisis Group
This 62-page report warns that if the underlying factors that precipitated the Gaza war are not addressed, Hamas and Israel could soon find themselves on the edge of another explosion
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-24
Egypt’s View of the Threat: Iran – Hizbollah – Hamas
INSS
An Israeli article on Egypt-Iran relations
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-04-26
Piracy off the Horn of Africa
CRS
A 31-page US backgrounder on piracy off the Horn of Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-28
The Great Australian Defence Debate; Is China a Threat?
RSIS
This 3-page Singaporean commentary covers the current debate in Australia about the security implications of the rise of China
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-30
Support for Zimbabwe’s Recovery: A Lost Opportunity for SADC?
SAIIA
A 4-page South African article assessing the role of SADC in supporting Zimbabwe's recovery
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-05
The More Things Change: What Zuma's Presidency Means for the Rest of Africa
SAIIA
A 3-page South African article considering the implications of Jacob Zuma's political victory for regional affairs
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-05
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 Long-Delayed Hope for Fatah’s Rebirth
CEIP
An article assessing the prospects for a Fatah revival
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-06
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
Cross-Strait Relations: First the Easy, Now the Hard
Hoover Institution
A 34-page US paper on PRC-Taiwan-US policy on cross-Strait relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-10
Pakistan and Afghanistan in the Eye of the Storm
INSS
An Israeli article commenting on the dangers presented by extremist groups in Afghanistan and Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-12
Congo: Five Priorities for a Peacebuilding Strategy
Crisis Group
This 33-page report presents a five-point strategy to drive forward a renewed peacebuilding process for the Congo
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-13
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
China and Asian Regionalism: Pragmatism Hinders Leadership
RSIS
This 44-page Singaporean working paper examines China's role in regional multilateralism
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-05-28
Dealing with Russia: The Reset Button
Chatham House
A 5-page UK paper on Western policy towards Russia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-28
Guarded Optimism: Latin American Economies
Chatham House
A UK examination of the prospects for Latin-American economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-28
Beyond Dependence and Legacy
ORG
The 10-page report of a 2-day meeting of experts exploring the implications of the sustainable security framework for the sub-Saharan Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-28
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
Challenges and Opportunities for the Obama Administration in Central Asia
SSI
A 63-page US paper arguing that a winning strategy in Afghanistan depends upon a new coordinated nonmilitary approach to Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-05
Good Order at Sea in Southeast Asia
RSIS
This 52-page Singaporean policy paper examines the threats to good order at sea in Southeast Asia and makes recommendations to enhance inter-governmental cooperation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-05
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Situation Assessment for 2008-2009
INSS
The results of a 12-page Israeli situation assessment designed to identify the development of local, regional, and global trends, assess their significance, and formulate foreign policy recommendations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-07
The Evolving Terrorist Threat to Southeast Asia
Rand Corporation
Building on prior research analyzing the motives, drivers, and capabilities of the principal extremist groups operating in the Philippines, southern Thailand, and Indonesia, this 264-page US book examines the historical roots of militancy in these countries, the development and perpetuation of extremist ideological frameworks, and national and international government response efforts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-08
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
Central Asia and the Global Economic Crisis
FRIDE
This 6-page Spanish policy brief assesses the achievements of the EU's strategy for Central Asia
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2009-06-15
Indonesian Politics: Prospects for the Coming Presidential Election
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese assessment of trends in Indonesian politics
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-16
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
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
Making Waves: Piracy Floods the Horn of Africa
CSS
This 3-page Swiss brief examines the issue of piracy off the Horn of Africa, identifying both causes and consequences of the spike in pirate attacks
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-18
Frustration and Civil Unrest: The Financial Crisis in Asia
EastWest Institute
This article analyzes the implications of the global financial crisis on security in Asia and recommends measures to prevent worst-case scenarios
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-18
The Obama Cairo Speech: Context and Implications.
ORG
This 4-page UK briefing explores the background to and likely consequences of Obama’s recent speech on US policy towards Islam and the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-23
Afghanistan’s Election Challenges
Crisis Group
This 40-page report evaluates the challenges of the Afghan presidential and provincial council elections in August 2009 and suggests ways to strengthen processes and institutions in the run-up to National Assembly and district elections in 2010
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-06-24
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
CRS
A 70-page US updated report on concerns relating to Iran and possible policy responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-02
China in Africa - Preparing for the Next Forum for China Africa Cooperation
Chatham House
This 18-page paper assesses what the outcomes from the meeting of FOCAC will be on the evolving, dynamic, and complex relationship between China and Africa
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-04
Outer Shelf Claims in the South China Sea: New Dimension to Old Disputes
RSIS
A 3-page Singaporean commentary on decent developments in outer shelf claims in the South China Sea
RegionalPosted: 2009-07-04
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
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
Crisis in Honduras
Brookings
This US article analyses the political crisis in Honduras
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-06
Iraq and the Kurds: Trouble Along the Trigger Line
Crisis Group
This 42-page report warns that a new and potentially destructive ethnic conflict has arisen between the Iraqi federal and Kurdistan’s regional government
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-07
India-Pakistan Trade: A Roadmap for Enhancing Economic Relations
Peterson Institute
This 6-page US policy brief outlines a roadmap for improving Indo-Pakistani economic relations
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-08
Snapshot of the Economic Crisis
CEIP
This 3-page US article looks at the effect of the global recession on Middle Eastern economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-08
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
Elections in Latin America: The Problematic Use of a Democratic Institution
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on certain states in Latin America,where elections not only serve as a source of democratic legitimation and a form of political oversight, but are also used by both ruling parties and opposition forces in certain situations as a means to extend their own power
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-17
Pakistan as a Nuclear Power: Nuclear Risks, Regional Conflicts and the Dominant Role of the Military
SWP
This 30-page German study mainly focuses on the following three research questions: How secure are Pakistan’s nuclear weapons as well as its nuclear facilities? How stable is the domestic political situation in Pakistan? What are the perspectives for the ongoing Pakistan-India conflict?
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-18
'Cool Neighbours': Sweden’s EU Presidency and Russia
IFRI
A 22-page French paper examining Swedish-Russian relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-19
The Nabucco Natural Gas Pipeline: From Opera to Reality
SETA
A 12-page Turkish policy brief on the proposed Nabucco gas pipeline
Iran Tightens its Security Collaboration with Persian Gulf Countries in an Attempt to Secure Regional Hegemony
IICC
An Israeli commentary on Iran's recent activities to promote security collaboration with three important Persian Gulf countries, Qatar , Bahrain and Oman
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-07-19
Countering Terrorism in South Asia: Strengthening Multilateral Engagement
Center for Global Counterterrorism Cooperation
A 36-page report of a meeting held to provide a timely and multifaceted discussion to contribute to a better understanding of the terrorist challenge in South Asia, as well as the broader issues which frame the threat
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-22
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
North Korea's Dangerous Game
IISS
A 2-page commentary on North Korea's recent nuclear test and missile launches
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-25
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
Rebalancing Growth in Asia
IZA
This 59-page discussion paper provides an empirical characterization of the composition of GDP levels and growth rates for the key emerging markets and other developing economies in Asia
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-26
Elections in Kurdistan: A Model Democracy or a Return to Factionalism?
Dayan Center
A 4-page Israeli commentary on this years elections in Iraqi Kurdistan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-30
Pacific Asia and the Asia Pacific: The Choices for APEC
Peterson Institute
A 5-page US policy brief assessing the record of the APEC over the 20 years of its existence and discussing the world environment in which APEC is likely to be operating in the next 20 years
Regional, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-07-30
Arc of Conflict
ORG
A 4-page July 2009 security briefing with updates on the situation in Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-31
Strategic Implications for Japan of the Relocation of US Marines from Okinawa to Guam
JIIA
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the strategic implications of the relocation of US Marines from Okinawa to Guam
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-03
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
Towards a Political Islam
Clingendael
This 54-page Dutch paper argues that Islam is compatible with modernity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-05
Regional Trade Agreements vs. Multilateral Trading System: A Study of Chinese Interests and Policy Options
NUPI
This 46-page Norwegian working paper examines China's policies with respect to regional trade agreements (RTAs), and the relationship between RTAs and the multilateral trading system
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-06
ASEAN’S Next Challenge: Preventing Incidents at Sea
RSIS
This 2-page Singaprean commentary deals with a series of recent confrontations between navies in the waters of Southeast Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-08
Iran’s Activity in East Africa, the Gateway to the Middle East and the African Continent
IICC
A 26-page Israeli report on Iran's activities in East Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-10
PRC-Taiwan-United States: A Confederacy of Skeptics
Hoover Institution
A 25-page US essay on recent developments in Taiwan-PRC relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-12
The New Delhi-Islamabad Dialogue: No Cause for Optimism
Dayan Center
A 5-page Israeli commentary on the state of Indo-Pakistan relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-13
Social Security Programs Throughout the World: Africa, 2009
SSA
This 199-page US report, part of a four-volume series, provides a cross-national comparison of the social security systems in 44 countries in Africa
Social Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-16
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
China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities - Background and Issues for Congress
CRS
A 36-page US report discussing how much emphasis to place in U.S. defense planning on programs for countering improved Chinese military forces by the US Navy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-28
Post 8/8: Shaping Georgia's Future after the Russian Invasion
Cicero Foundation
This 10-page paper considers the prospects for Georgia's future
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-08-29
Agglomeration versus Fragmentation: A Comparison of East Asia and Europe
IDE
This 27-page Japanese discussion paper conducts an empirical clarification of the difference in spatial relationships among countries within a region for the electric machinery industry by use of spatial econometric analysis
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-03
Shining a Light on a Hidden Epidemic
OSI
This 52-page US report looks at ways to expand hepatitis C treatment in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Israel-Maghreb Relations: Realities and Possibilities
MERIA
This 5-page Israeli article presents an overview of Israeli-Maghrebi relations since Israel's establishment. It also discusses cooperation with Israel in various spheres and ideas on how to further promote this
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-06
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
Iran and the Arab World: A View From Riyadh
MERIA
A 10-page Israeli paper describing Saudi attitudes to Iranian expansionism and the possible implications for Israeli-Saudi relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-08
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
Is the Expansion of Chinese Military Capability a Threat to the Stability of the Western Pacific?
Centre for Defence and Strategic Studies
A 13-page Australian paper studying whether China's growing military power is a cause for concern
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-11
A New Era in Turkish-Armenian Relations
EUISS
This 2-page opinion examines the long road which has led to a thawing in relations between Turkey and Armenia and the pragmatic reasons for this rapprochement
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-15
German Middle East and North Africa Policy: Interests, Strategies, Options
SWP
This 73-page German study identifies Germany's objectives, interests and options in the Middle East and North Africa, examining the extent to which concepts and strategies have been developed, and exploring whether the identified approaches match up to the aims.
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-16
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
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
Food Security in South Asia:
ICRIER
This 40-page Indian working paper aims to identify issues relating to food security, the policy initiatives taken to tackle these issues, evaluate these policies and suggest measures to overcome identified constraints in order to improve the food security situation in the region
Poverty & Hunger, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-17
Building Regional Peace: Iraq and the Kurds
Gloria Center
This 8-page Israeli article discusses Israeli-Iraqi relations in the post-Saddam era, arguing that Iraq has distanced itself from its traditional radicalism and adopted a more pragmatic and moderate posture
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-20
Iraq’s Reintegration into the Arab World
INSS
An Israeli article describing how Iraq is taking measured steps in order to reintegrate into the Arab world
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-09-20
The Impact of the Global Financial Crisis on Business Cycles in Asian Emerging Economies
CESifo
This 29-page working paper analyzes the transmission of global financial crisis to business cycles in China and India
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-24
China’s Myanmar Dilemma
Crisis Group
This 51-page report examines Chinese national and provincial policy towards Myanmar and its implications for international approaches toward the country
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-24
Politics, Terrorism and the Sunni Divide
FPRI
An article explaining the differences between groups of Sunni Islamists
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-24
China Takes to the Sea
CSIS
A 2-page US brief on the development of Chinese naval power
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-28
Balancing Acts: Russian-Chinese Relations
NUPI
A 52-page Norwegian report on Russian-Chinese relations and developments in SCO and CSTO
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-28
The end of the Euro-Mediterranean Vision
FRIDE
A 14-page Spanish paper describing how relations between the European Union and North Africa have veered away from the political vision expounded under the Barcelona Process
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-01
Meeting New Security Challenges in a Changing Security Environment
CSIS
The 26-page report of a dialogue exploring the significant events that have shaped security relations between the U.S. and China over the past year and to consider its future prospects
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-03
The Changing Power Distribution in the South China Sea: Implications for Conflict Management and Avoidance
RSIS
This 32-page Singaporean working paper focuses specifically on the changing distribution of power in the South China Sea and assesses its implications for conflict management and avoidance
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-03
Dealing with Political Ferment in Latin America: The Populist Revival, The Emergence of the Center, and Implications for US Policy
SSI
This US monograph deals with frustration with poverty, corruption, and citizen insecurity within the political scene in Latin America and the implications for US policy
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-10-18
Nagorno-Karabakh: Getting to a Breakthrough
Crisis Group
A 16-page policy briefing calling for a break in the political stalemate on the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict by the end of the year
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-18
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
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
CRS
A 62-page US report on US security concerns presented by Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-20
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
The Nuclear Fuel Deal with Iran: Losing Sight of the Broader Picture?
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the emerging nuclear fuel deal between the US, Russia, France, and Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-27
Ukraine between Russia and the European Union
Cicero Foundation
A 5-page address analyzing Ukraine's current situation
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-10-28
Pakistan's New Generation of Terrorists
CFR
This updated US backgrounder describes how Pakistan has emerged as a terrorist sanctuary for some of the world's most violent groups, including al-Qaeda, the Taliban, and homegrown militants, that threaten the stability of Pakistan as well as the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-28
Energy and Global Economic Crisis: The Chances for Progress
ISS
This 70-page paper looks at developments based on interdependency and economic integration carried out by the EU in the Mediterranean and how energy efficiency and the development of renewable energies could offer great opportunities for the region