Regional
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
Meanwhile in the Maghreb
CFR
This US article considers how nervous the ruling regimes in Algeria and Morocco should be about their political futures
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-07
Medvedev’s Visit to Syria: Restoring Russia’s Influence in the Middle East
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the foreign policy implications of Medvedev's recent visit to Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
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
MERCOSUR and its Current Relationship to the European Union
A 38-page German discussion paper measuring the impact of changing global patterns of trade and Foreign Direct Investment on the relations between the EU and MERCOSUR
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-17
Middle East Peace is Possible: Germany Should Strengthen Obama’s Hand
Körber Foundation
This 51-page German policy paper argues that President Obama has enough charisma and power to achieve a Middle East solution, albeit with the support of the EU in general, and of France and Germany in particular
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-12
Migration Policy Must Become a Government Priority
ICPS
A 2-page Ukrainian article highlighting the need for a regional migration policy
Immigration & Refugees, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-29
Migration, Displacement and the Arab Spring: Lessons to Learn
Brookings
This US commentary considers lessons that may be learned from the Arab Spring experience over the last year about international responses to migration and displacement
Immigration & Refugees, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-27
Military Action Against Iran: Impact and Effects
ORG
This 14-page UK briefing paper argues that the risk of a military strike threat on Iran grows sharply and warns of a protracted war
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-15
Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China
Department of Defense - US
A 94-page report to the US Congress on military and security developments nvolving the People’s Republic of China
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-26
Military Escalation in Korea
CFR
This 11-page US contingency planning memorandum explaining that a new and potentially dangerous crisis could erupt in Korea over the next twelve to eighteen months
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-26
Military Escalation in Korea
CFR
This 11-page US contingency planning memorandum analyzes potentially dangerous crises that could erupt in Korea due to the atmosphere of recrimination and mistrust that exists between North and South; the possibility of provocative, domestically driven North Korean behavior; and the potential for a troubled succession process in Pyongyang
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-15
More of the Same, Times Three
CSIS
A 16-page US overview of political and security developments in East Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-27
Moroccan Reform: The Royal Will and Popular Protests
Dayan Center
An Israeli analysis of the current political situation in Morocco
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-10
Morocco: Reforming the Constitution, Fragmenting Identities
CEIP
This US article argues that enshrining Amazight as an official language in Morocco's newly approved constitution will have a lasting impact on Berber identity politics in North Africa
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-12
Morocco's Upcoming Parliamentary Elections: Promoting a Top-Down "Arab Spring"?
Dayan Center
This 4-page Israeli article examines the extrent of reform in Moroccan politics
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-25
Moving Beyond Easy Wins: Colombia's Borders
Crisis Group
This 43-page report warns that the Colombian conflict continues unabated in the border regions and is increasingly drawing in Venezuelan and Ecuadorian territory
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-01
Mr. Xi Comes to Town
CEIP
A US commentary on Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-21
Mubarak Regime: Redux
Sada
This US article argues that the Egyptian military has emerged as the most serious threat in the transition to democracy
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-17
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
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
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
Negotiating the Cyprus Problem(s)
TESEV
A 24-page Turkish paper articulating the Turkish Cypriot viewpoint regarding the negotiations, the property question and the relationship between Turkey and North Cyprus
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-26
Nepal: New ‘Strategic Partner’ of China?
IDSA
An Indian perspective on the recent shift in China's foreign policy towards Nepal
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-14
Netanyahu's Novelty
INSS
An Israeli commentary on a serious dispute emerging regarding the agenda of the Israeli-Palestinian discussions prior to the first round of direct peace talks
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-18
New As it Is, the Mediterranean Union Needs an Overhaul
Europe's World
An article outlining the direction the UfM should go and warning the EU to take more of a back seat and let Arab governments decide the UfM’s future
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-14
New Features of the Strategic Environment in Northeast Asia
Shorenstein APARC
A 7-page US speech oncurrent security conditions in Northeast Asia, addressing recent events involving North Korea, China's political assertiveness, maritime disputes, the Democratic Party of Japan's foreign policy, and the next two years of the Obama administration
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-10
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
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
New Policies and Old Realities in the Middle East
FPRI
A US essay reviewing Amercican policy in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-19
New Voice 2011 - Dynamic Asia
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 12-page conference paper outlines some of the challenges faced by Asia's economic and political rise and shifts
RegionalPosted: 2011-09-28
Nigeria and Global Insecurity
Brookings
This US article looks at security risks emanating from Nigeria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-03
No Solution in Sight for Russo-Japanese Territorial Dispute
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the renewal of Russia's efforts to reconfirm its territorial claim over the southern Kuril Islands
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-25
Normalization between Israel and Arab States: Is the Idea Still Viable?
INSS
An Israeli article considering the possibility of normalizing relations between Israel and the Arab world
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-12-17
North Africa's Democratic Prospects
FPRI
This 7-page US essay discuss the dynamics and challenges facing Tunisia, Libya, Morocco and Algeria, the countries of the “Maghreb” (Arab-Islamic “West”), in the wake of the upheavals of 2011
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-01-13
North Korea and the Nuclear Security Summit: Absent but Very Much Present
Brookings
A US commentary on North Korea's nuclear plans and ambitions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-27
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
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
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’s Missile Launch: The Risks of Overreaction
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing examines North Korea’s missile launch provocation and the way it leaves Japan, South Korea and the U.S. few good options
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-31
North Korea’s Provocations
CEIP
A US Q&A suggesting that the North Korean regime is showing signs of becoming more unstable
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-19
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
Not Much to Celebrate
"The Jerusalem Report"
An Israeli analysis of the continuing imbalance between ruling authorities and civil society in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-09
Not Too Fast with China
Pacific Forum CSIS
A 2-page US commentary highlighting the importance of the US and China having a clear understanding of what they expect from each othe
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-24
Nuclear Dilemmas Remaining after Chicago
BASIC
This 4-page paper explains how the NATO Alliance’s recent strategic review has not resolved a number of serious differences among member states, and calls on the alliance to search for alternative arrangements to the current deployment of tactical nuclear weapons in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-19
Nuclear Risk Reduction in Southern Asia
IPCS
This 12-page Indian paper is a scenario for a future Nuclear Risk Reduction Regime in Southern Asia
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-15
Obama, Mitchell, Israel, and What Lies Ahead
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the likely future of US-Israeli relations during the Obama Administration
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-28
Obama’s Latin America Policy: Continuity Without Change
Latin American Perspectives
This 13-page paper highlights various episodes of the Obama administration's recent foreign policy to Latin America
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-17
Obama's America: Why it is Likely to Endure in Asia
RSIS
A 3-page Singaporean commentary on the future role of the US in Asia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-24
Obama's Options in Damascus
CFR
A 3-page US analysis of Turkey's true role in Syria and the Middle East in general
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
Obama's Turkey Policy: European Democracy and NATO Benchmarks
Washington Institute
A 3-page US article on the difficult choices faced by the Obama aAdministration regarding its policy toward Turkey
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-19
Obama's Visit to Asia
SWP
A 7-page German commentary on the policy implications of Barack Obama's recent visit to Asia
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-04
Obama's War in Afghanistan
IISS
A 2-page commentary on the new US strategy for Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-06
Obstacles on the Path of Tunisia’s Democratic Transformation
CEIP
A US analysis explaining how the absence of a unified voice for the revolution has led to a an incoherent and muddled transition process in Tunisia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-31
On Four Regional Policy Adjustments Since Reform and an Assessment
China Development Institute
A review of regional development in China since reform
RegionalPosted: 2004-06-11
On the Eve of Obama's Inauguration: American Soft Power in Asia
Brookings Institution
A US article assessing the state of US soft power in Asia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-22
On the Front Line of Climate Change and Displacement: Learning From and With Pacific Island Countries
Brookings et al.
In the Pacific Islands, an acute awareness of the potential impact of climate change comes not only from books and studies, but from first-hand knowledge and ongoing experiences with the effects of the world’s changing climate. The value and relevance of these experiences are relevant for the world at large. This 42-page paper aims to conceptualize and distill some dimensions of these experiences
Climate Change & Environment, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-27
One Question, Any Answers? The EU's Role in Solving the Kurdish Question in Turkey
FIIA
This 7-page Finnish briefing paper argues that by taking a more active role in finding a solution to the Kurdish question, the EU could breathe new life into EU-Turkey relations and enhance its global role
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-01-11
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
Operation Cast Lead: Who Expects to Gain from the Fighting?
INSS
An Israeli commentary on how Iran has benefitted from the Gaza fighting
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-21
Optimisation of Central Asian and Eurasian Trans-Continental Land Transport Corridors
CEPS
This 18-page working paper reviews the initiatives for strategic trans-continental transport corridors or axes stretching across the Eurasian landmass, centred on or around Central Asia
Regional, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-12-29
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
Our Common Strategic Interests: Africa's Role in the Post-G8 World
Chatham House
This UK paper examines the greater strategic role that African countries are now playing in international affairs
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-06-08
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
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
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
Pacific Currents: The Responses of U.S. Allies and Security Partners in East Asia to China's Rise
Rand Corporation
This 309-page US monograph analyzes how U.S. allies and major security partners have responded to the rise of China in the last decade in their domestic political, economic, diplomatic, and military policymaking.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-26
Pakistan & Afghanistan; Understanding Islamabad’s Objectives and Strategies
IPCS
This 12-page Indian report examines Pakistan's vital role in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-14
Pakistan after Bin Laden
CSS
This 4-page Swiss analysis examines Pakistan’s role in counterterrorism
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-03
Pakistan Against the Taliban
SWP
A 7-page German commentary on the implications of Pakistani security forces having arrested leading figures of the Afghan Taliban
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-20
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
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
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
Pakistan’s Nuclear Weapons: Proliferation and Security Issues
CRS
This 22-page US report examines issues relating to international confidence in the security of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-22
Pakistan’s Nuclear Weapons: Proliferation and Security Issues
CRS
A 29-page US consideration of the security risks posed by Pakistan's nuclear arsenal
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-29
Pakistan's Future Policy Towards Afghanistan
DIIS
A 72-page Danish report reflecting on Pakistani policy towards Afghanistan and the significance of strategic depth and militant proxies
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-09-09
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
Pakistan's Nuclear Future: Reining in the Risk
SSI
A 297-page US monograph examining several frightening security threats that Pakistan faces or poses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-18
Palestinian Elections and the Hamas-Fatah Power Struggle
CEIP
A US article examining the prospects for Palestinian elections in the context of the Hamas-Fatah power struggle
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-14
Palestinian Elections and the Hamas-Fatah Power Struggle
CEIP
A US article examining the prospects for Palestinian elections in the context of the Hamas-Fatah power struggle
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-22
Palestinian Initiatives for 2011 at the United Nations
CRS
This 32-page US report provides information on the U.N. framework and process for options being discussed,including overviews of the following topics: the United Nations and recognition of states, observer status in the United Nations, and the criteria and process for United Nations membership. The report also analyzes the prospects for avoiding U.N. action by reaching an Israel-PLO agreement to resume negotiations, as well as the possibility of a compromise U.N. resolution that could set forth parameters for future Israeli-Palestinian negotiations but stop short of addressing the question of Palestinian statehood beyond expressing aspirations
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-28
Pariahs to Pioneers
Oxford Research Group
This 32-page UK report considers the possibility – counterintuitive at first glance – that the Israeli settlers, now seen as “pariahs” by some, can become the next generation of “pioneers” who forge the infrastructure of Israel’s future
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-08
Partnership, Strength, and Presence: Converging Regional Interests and Opportunities in the Gulf
Brookings et al.
The 30-page report of a US conference convened to examine policy options for maintaining international unity in addressing Iran’s defiance of the global community over its nuclear program
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-09
Peacebuilding in Asia: Refutation or Cautious Engagement?
ISS
This 50-page paper explores what characterises the Asian approach to peacebuilding while aiming to discern to what extent Western-dominated mainstream views of peacebuilding are applicable to Asian countries
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-24
People and Places: Can They Align to Bring Growth to Africa?
CGD
This 30-page US essay explores the demographic forces transforming developing countries and how policymakers should respond to support infrastructure development that meets people's needs, creates jobs, and spurs economic growth
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-19
Perceptions of an Assertive China
Hoover Institution
This 19-page US essay examines the features of the discussion in the West, and among many Chinese, regarding the notion of a more assertive China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-16
Persian Gulf Storm Clouds
CFR
A US analysis brief on worsening US-Iran relations
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-13
Perspectives on Security in the Arctic Area
DIIS
This 78-page Danish report provides a discussion of contemporary security developments in the Arctic by placing the emphasis on the relationship between climate change and strategic interests related to sovereign claims
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-04
Piracy off the Horn of Africa
CRS
A 47-page US report examining pirate attacks in the waters off Somalia and the Horn of Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-11
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
Pivot to the Pacific? The Obama Administration’s “Rebalancing” Toward Asia
CRS
A 33-page US report on US efforts to expand and intensify its already significant role in the Asia-Pacific, particularly in the southern part of the region
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-05
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
Playing Both Sides: Belarus between Russia and the EU
DGAP
This 18-page German analysis describes how Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is deftly using the differences between Russia and the EU in the common neighborhood to preserve his regime
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-14
Plutonium, Proliferation and Radioactive Waste Politics in East Asia
NPEC
This 15-page US study spotlights the dangers of spent fuel recycling in China, Korea, and Japan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-06
Political Crises but Few Alternatives in Algeria
CEIP
This US article addresses speculations about Algeria’s political future
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-18
Political Issues of Paradiplomacy - Lessons from the Developed World
Clingendael
A 15-page Dutch discussion paper examining the phenomenon of regional governments developing international relations, often called ‘paradiplomacy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-10
Political Transition in Tunisia
CRS
A 30-page US report explaining the challenges topolitical transition in Tunisia presented by disputes over reform priorities,economic crisis, labour unrest, tensions between the privileged coastal region and relatively impoverished interior, and lingering insecurity
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-10
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
Politics Grips Pakistan
Inside Story
An Australian update on the political situation in Pakistan
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-19
Politics, Terrorism and the Sunni Divide
FPRI
An article explaining the differences between groups of Sunni Islamists
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-09-24