Regional
Popular Protest in North Africa and the Middle East: The Syrian Regime’s Slow-motion Suicide
Crisis Group
This 42-page report examines the Syrian regime’s approach to the crisis facing it
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
Possible Russian Responses to an Attack on Iran
INSS
An Israeli brief speculating on possible Russian responses to an attack on Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-19
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
Post-Islamic Revolution
European Institute
An article arguing that events in Egypt confirm the recent movement in the Arab world away from belief in a theocratic Islamic state
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-02-18
Postcolonial Time Disorder
"Foreign Affairs"
This 2-page US article argues that many Arab leaders suffer from what can be called postcolonial time disorder, or PTD, meaning that they still subscribe to an out-of-date philosophy of governance, according to which authoritarianism is the only cure for external or internal political challenges
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-23
Power in East Asia: A Conference Report
FPRI
The report of a US conference examining power in East Asia and shifts in its distribution and meaning
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-18
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
Preserving Progress: Transitioning Authority and Implementing the Strategic Framework in Iraq
CFR
A 5-page US House testimony on the future of the U.S. relationship with Iraq
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-24
Production Networks and Spatial Economic Interdependence: An International Input-Output Analysis of the Asia-Pacific Region
IDE
This Japanese discussion paper not only analyzes the intrinsic mechanism of spatial economic interdependence, but also shows how value added, employment and CO2 emissions induced are distributed within the international production networks
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-27
Profit Related Loans for Economically Disadvantaged Regions
Centre For Economic Policy Research
A 42-page Australian discussion paper proposing the development of disadvantaged areas by providing publicly-funded loans to community and commercial ventures, repayable on the enterprises becoming economically viable
RegionalPosted: 2005-01-13
Prospects for a New Lebanese Government
CEIP
This US commentary argues that Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Najib Mikati may not be able to deliver on his promise to create a national unity government
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-24
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
Protecting the Global Commons
SDA
The 20-page report of a roundtable debate held to “identify trends and issues that will shape the global security climate”, and to identify NATO’s role in these diverse areas
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-10
Protest Movements and Political Change
CEIP
This 14-page US policy outlook overviews the different kinds of protest movements in key Arab states, including Egypt, and examine the links between economic and political protest in the region
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-17
Protest, Revolt and Regime Change in the Arab World
SWP
A 71-page German research paper spotlighting different dimensions of a process of dynamisation that has spread to touch all Arab countries in some way or other
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-16
Proximity Talks: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
Washington Institute
A 3-page US article assessing the prospects of progress in proximity talks between Israel and the Palestinians
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-09
Proxy War in the Arabian Peninsula
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the recent conflict between the Yemeni government and Shiite rebels
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-03-03
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
Putin and Ukraine: The Calm Before the Storm
CEIP
A US analysis of Russian-Ukrainian relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-15
Putting Mali Back on the Constitutional Track
Crisis Group
This ststement asserts that regional leaders and the wider international community must act quickly to help put Mali back on the path of constitutional order
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-26
Qaradawi's Return and Islamic Leadership in Egypt
FPRI
This 3-page US article explores both how Qaradawi’s actions injected an “Islamic” vision into the revolution, and why his actions were not perceived as reflecting theocratic ambitions
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-25
Qatar and the Arab Spring
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on adjustments to Qatar's foreign policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-16
Radical Islam in East Africa
Rand Corporation
This 110-page US monograph places the spread of militant Islamism and the development of radical Islamist networks in East Africa in the broader context of the social, economic, and political factors that have shaped the region's security environment
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-27
Radical Islam in East Africa
Rand Corporation
This 110-page monograph places the spread of militant Islamism and the development of radical Islamist networks in East Africa in the broader context of the social, economic, and political factors that have shaped the region's security environment
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-11
Re-thinking Western Policies in Light of the Arab Uprisings
IAI
This 163-page Italian research paper contributes to the international debate concerning the West's approach to the epochal change occurring across the Mediterranean
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-04-17
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
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
Recent Development in the South China Sea: Grounds for Cautious Optimism?
RSIS
A 50-page Singaporean working paper overviewing four topics impinging on the South China Sea
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-01-28
Recent Trends in Asian Integration and Japanese Participation
IDE
This 30-page Japanese discussion paper reports on recent developments in Asian trade, services and investment integration
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2010-10-03
Reconciling With the Taliban? Toward an Alternative Grand Strategy in Afghanistan
CEIP
This 114-page US paper argues that there is only one course of action that will achieve victory in Afghanistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-04-13
Reconsidering West African Migration
DIIS
A 22-page Danish working paper that focuses on migration from poorer to richer zones in West Africa
Immigration & Refugees, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-03
Redefining U.S. Interests in the Middle East
FPRI
An article endeavouring to define how US interests in the Middle East have changed since the ending of the Cold War
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-26
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
Reflections on the Revolution in Egypt
MERIA
An Israeli article speculating on the eventual outcome of the Egyption revolution
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
Reform in the Arab World
CEIP
This Q&A identifies the major obstacles to reform in the Arab region and talks about the path forward and role the international community can play in encouraging reform
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-09-28
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
Regional Cooperation in Central Asia: Another Step Forward with CAREC
The Brookings Institution
A US report on advances in regional cooperation in Central Asia
RegionalPosted: 2008-12-16
Regional Inequality and Decentralization: An Empirical Analys
CESifo
A 39-page working paper analyzing the impact of political and fiscal decentralization on regional inequalities using a unique data set which covers 56 countries at different stages of economic development
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-16
Regional Integration and Security in Central Africa
Egmont
This 38-page Belgian paper examines why - 10 years after the increased new orientation of the Central African regionalisation processes towards security issues – the real contribution of the regional bodies towards sustainable security in the region is stil low
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-16
Regional Integration and Security in Central Africa - Assessment and Perspectives 10 years After the Revival,
Egmont
This 38-page Belgian paper investigates why the Central African regional bodies have made so little progress towards regional security
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-12-13
Regional Security In East Asia
FPRI
The 5-page report of a Washington conference held to consider issues of regional security in East Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-11
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
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
Regulating Arab Politics (Part I): The War of the Summits
Moshe Dayan Center
An Israeli perspective on the significance of the recent Arab summits in Dohar and Kuwait
RegionalPosted: 2009-04-06
Relations with China Pass Stress Test
CEIP
A US brief explaining why despite the recent incidents with Chen Guangcheng and Bo Xilai, China’s overall relationship with the United States has remained productive
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-11
Religion and Politics in Arab Transitions
FRIDE
A Spanish policy brief examining the part that religion should play in the new political orders of Tunisia, Egypt and Libya, and how its involvement might be shaped in law and practice
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-16
Renewing the Direct Negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
INSS
An Israeli article assessing the prospects for success in the renewed direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-25
Resolving Southeast Asian Territorial Disputes: A Role for the ICJ
IPCS
This 4-page Indian issue brief attempts to establish the effectiveness of the ICJ as a means of resolving territorial disputes in the Southeast Asia region
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-30
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
Rising Tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean: Implications for Turkish Foreign Policy
IAI
A 15-page Italian working paper asserting that Turkey’s image as a constructive and dialogue-oriented country, a critical achievement pursued by a generation of Turkish politicians, diplomats and officials, risks being replaced by one of an antagonistic/assertive power
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-17
Rivals—Iran vs. Saudi Arabia
CEIP
A question and answer session assessing the tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia—taking a close look at the distrust between Shias and Sunnis and Persians and Arabs—and analyze how the rivalry will impact the balance of power in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-21
Riyalpolitik
Jerusalem Report
An Israeli perspective on the current political situation in Saudi Arabia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-11
Russia and Central Asia: From Disinterest to Eager Leadership
FRIDE
A 10-page Spanish paper commenting on the implications of Russia's renewed involvement in Central Asia
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-11-07
Russia and Turkey: Rethinking Europe to Contest Outsider Status
IFRI
This 23-page French paper considers how Russia and Turkey are rethinking their mutual relations as well as their place in the world, and in Europe in particular
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-16
Russia – EU: Competing Logics of Region Building
DGAP
A German analysis proposing that in lieu of bilateral projects, the EU and Russia should emphasize multilateral cooperation and should especially promote the strengthening of regional institutions
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2012-04-14
Russia Does Not Rule Out Preemptive Missile Defense Strike
RIA Novosti
A Russian report to the effect that Russia does not exclude preemptive use of weapons against [NATO] missile defense systems in Europe
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-04
Russia in Europe and the West
CEPS
A commentary speculating that circumstances are propitious for a new and positive turn to Russia’s relations with Europe and the transatlantic community
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-18
Russia in the New Middle East
INSS
This Israeli analysis explains how Russia appears determined to promote new political initiatives vis-à-vis all regional elements, including the Israeli-Palestinian track
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-14
Russia, China, and the United States in Central Asia
SSI
This 73-page US monograph discusses the prospects for great power competition and cooperation in the shadow of the Georgian crisis
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-11
Russia’s Agenda on Ukraine
ICPS
A 31-page Ukrainian report on Ukraine's relations with Russia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-19
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
Russian Policy Options in the Arctic
"Russian Analytical Digest"
This 17-page paper provides an introduction to Russian policy options in respect of the Arctic
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-05-13
Russian-Chinese Relations Through the Lens of the SCO
IFRI
This 22-page French paper considers the relevance of the SCO to Russian-Chinese relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-29
Russian-Chinese Relations Through the Lens of the SCO
IFRI
This 32-page French paper studies the role of the SCO in improving relations between Russia and China
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-02
Russia's Anxieties About the Arab Revolution
FPRI
A 4-page US bulletin examining how the Arab revolutions pose serious challenges to Russia
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
Russia's Arctic Policy: Geopolitics, Mercantilism and Identity-building
FIIA
An 8-page Finnish briefing paper examining Russia's Arctic policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-11
Russia's Far East and Japan: Obstacles to Cooperation
JISS
A Japanese article describing the prerequisites for the development of a two-way economic relationship between Japan and Russia
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-31
Russia's Line in the Sand on Syria
CEIP
This US article explains how Moscow’s position on Syria is shaped largely by the recent experience of Libya, strong doubts concerning the Syrian opposition, and suspicions about the motives of the United States
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-10
Russia's Role in Asian Security: A U.S.- Japan Dialogue
Nixon Center
A 42-page US paper examining the implications of Russia’s evolving foreign policy for East Asian security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-07
Safeguard Social Policies in Africa: A Continent-Wide Public Debate
Brookings
This 7-page Anglo-American opinion describes how displacement processes in Africa—some erupting unexpectedly as a result of conflicts and others being planned deliberately under both public and private sector projects—are now likely to get a thorough scrutiny due to a major initiative taken by the African Development Bank
Internal Displacement, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-10
Saudi Arabia: Redrawing the Map of Regional Alliances
INSS
An Israeli brief on trends in Saudi Arabia's regional policy
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-08-15
Saudi Arabia's Intervention in Bahrain: A Necessary Evil or a Strategic Blunder?
FPRI
This 3-page US memorandum considers whether Saudi Arabia’s decision to deploy more than one thousand troops in Bahrain is a necessary evil or a strategic blunder
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-21
Saving the Two-State Solution
SWP
A 4-page German commentary arguing that the peace process - with a focus on the Israeli-Palestinian track - should be one of the main priorities on the transatlantic agenda.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-08
Securing our Future: Singapore, the Region and Beyond
IISS
A Singaporean speech by the UN Secretary-General focusing on regional and global collaboration on security challenges, sustainable development and the importance of engaging young people
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-24
Security Force Assistance in Afghanistan
Rand Corporation
This 160-page volume analyzes SFA efforts in Afghanistan over time, documents U.S. and international approaches to building the Afghan force from 2001 to 2009, and provides observations and recommendations that emerged from extensive fieldwork in Afghanistan in 2009 and their implications for the U.S. Army
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-08
Security Sectors in the Gulf: Immune to the Arab Awakening?
Sada
A US article examining the reality of the claimed reforms of security sectors in the Middle Eastern monarchies
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-18
Seismic Shift: Israel's Natural Gas Discoveries
Washington Institute
A 3-page US policy brief assessing the significance of the recently-announced discovery of natural gas in the Leviathan offshore field
Separatism in Africa
SWP
A 4-page German commentary on the secession of South Sudan and its likely consequences
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-18
Serbia: Tying the EU in Knots
FRIDE
A 5-page Spanish policy brief dealing with the complexities of Serbia's application for EU membership
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-20
Setbacks at Home, Sucesses Abroad: The Mixed Fortunes of Vladimir Putin
Inside Story
An Australian article examining the changing political picture in Russia
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-22
Shades of Red: China’s Debate over North Korea
Crisis Group
This 31-page report examines current Chinese policy toward Pyongyang in the wake of North Korea’s latest round of provocations, including missile launches, the withdrawal from the Six-Party-Talks, and the 25 May nuclear test
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-05
Shaking the Heavens and Splitting the Earth
Rand Corporation
This 306-page US monograph analyzes published Chinese and Western sources about current and future capabilities and employment concepts of the PLAAF
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-28
Shifts in U.S. Assistance to Egypt Alarm Democracy Advocates
CEIP
A US article assessing the Administration's approach toward democracy in the Arab world
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-07
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
Shock Transmission Mechanism of the Economic Crisis in East Asia
IDE
This 35-page Japanese discussion paper investigates the impacts of the 2008 economic crisis on industries in East Asia
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-08
Shock Transmission Mechanism of the Economic Crisis in East Asia: An Application of International Input-Output Analysis
IDE
This 35-page Japanese paper investigates the impacts of the 2008 economic crisis on industries in East Asia
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-17
Simmering Discontent in the Western Sahara
CEIP
A 30-page US paper dealing with instability in the Western Sahara
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2012-03-15
Sinai: A New Front
Washington Institute for Near East Policy
This 20-page US policy paper highlights how the Sinai Peninsula has emerged as a new hotspot in the complex Arab-Israeli conflict, with an expanding terrorist infrastructure that makes it another front of potential confrontation
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-06
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
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
Social Security Programs Throughout the World: Asia and the Pacific, 2008
SSA
This 231-page US report provides a cross-national comparison of the social security systems in 48 countries in Asia and the Pacific. It summarizes the five main social insurance programs in those countries: old-age, disability, and survivors; sickness and maternity; work injury; unemployment; and family allowances
Social Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-10
Society at a Glance: Asia/Pacific 2011
OECD
The 120-page second edition of this publication provides a quantitative overview of social trends across 36 Asia-Pacific countries and economies. It covers issues such as time use (particularly unpaid work), migration, unemployment, poverty and inequality, social and health care expenditure, social cohesion and life satisfaction
Social Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-22
Somalia and the Pirates
CEPS
A 33-page working paper examining the links between piracy and Somalia, and the historical, legal, political and security dimensions of the troubling success of piracy in today’s world
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-29
Somaliland's Prospects
Chatham House
The 8-page transcript of a speech by Somaliland's president about his plans for the country and its regional role
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-01
South African Arms Supplies to sub-Saharan Africa
SIPRI
A 16-page Swedish background paper on South African arms supplies to sub-Saharan Africa
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-28
South Asia Still Beset by Violent Extremism
IISS
A commentary on how South Asia has endured high levels of violent extremism over the past year
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-13
South Caucasus: (Almost) Grown Up At 20
CEIP
A US commentary on how the South Caucasian states have developed since the collapse of the Soviet Union
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-30
South Korea: The Shifting Sands of Security Policy
Crisis Group
This 16-page briefing warns that relations on the peninsula remain tense, especially around the NLL
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-01
South Ossetia and Abkhazia: Placing the Conflict in Context
SIPRI
This 4-page Swedish policy brief argues that attention must be paid to some of the less publicized but no less important local, regional and broader international developments related to the conflict around South Ossetia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-19