Regional
Kazakhstan's Defense Policy: An Assessment of the Trends
SSI
A 73-page US monograph assessing Kazakhstan's defence policy in the context of its foreign policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-26
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
China-Latin America Military Engagement: Good Will, Good Business, and Strategic Position
SSI
A 79-page US monograph examining Chinese military engagement with Latin America
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-14
India in Africa: Implications of an Emerging Power for AFRICOM and U.S. Strategy
SSI
This 64-page US monograph examines India’s rapidly expanding network of influence in Africa
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-03-11
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the European Union's Common Security and Defense Policy: Intersecting Trajectories
SSI
This 60-page US monograph argues that it is time for NATO 2.0, a new version of NATO, to fit the realities of an ever more integrated Europe in the 21st century
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-14
Busting the Myths About the North Korea Problem
SSI
An 8-page US article arguing that the United States will not be able to make progress on settling the North Korea problem if it continues to operate under the illusions generated by long-held myths
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-08
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
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
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
Lessons of the Iraqi De-Ba'athification Program for Iraq's Future and the Arab Revolutions
SSI
This 124-page US monograph considers both the future of Iraq and the differences and similarities between events in Iraq and the Arab Spring states
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-09
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
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
The Arab Spring and the Future of U.S. Interests and Cooperative Security in the Arab World
SSI
A 37-page US essay considering the implications of the Arab Spring for the US on a country-by-country basis
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2011-08-23
Central Asian Security Trends: Views from Europe and Russia
SSI
This 94-page US monograph comprehensively analyzes Russia's efforts to exert its influence in Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-17
Civil-Military Relations in Medvedev's Russia
SSI
A 116-page US document examining the challenges Russia faces in Asia, the nature of the dynamic and complex Asian security environment, and the extent to which Russia is or is not meeting those challenges
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-02-07
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
Beyond Boundaries in the Middle East
Stimson Center
This 39-page US report proposes an innovative, "whole-of-society" approach to bridging the security/development divide in the Middle East that would leverage donor investments in both security assistance and development assistance, so as to ensure recipient state buy-in and an enduring return on investment
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-10-01
Countering Piracy, Trafficking, and Terrorism: Ensuring Maritime Security in the Indian Ocean
Stimson Center
This 20-page US paper is part of a series exploring maritime and security policy issues in the Indian Ocean
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-21
An African Union? The Shortcomings of Africa’s Strategy in Copenhagen
Stimson Center
A US commentary on Africa's strategy in Copenhagen
Climate Change & Environment, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-05
Iraq's New Reality: Finding its Role in the Middle East
Stimson Center, CIGI
This 14-page US report examines Iraq's reintegration into the Middle East and the formation of its foreign policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-20
Surprises from Ukraine: Democracy Moves Out and Russia Moves In
SWP
This 4-page German commentary assesses current political tendencies in Ukraine
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-10
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
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
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
Qatar and the Arab Spring
SWP
An 8-page German commentary on adjustments to Qatar's foreign policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-16
Foreign Policy as Provocation
SWP
This 32-page German research paper assesses Venezuela's ability to build on its influence in South America to play an enduring leading role in the Western hemisphere and global politics
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-14
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
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
Taking Medvedev at his Word
SWP
This 4-page German commentary deals with the Russian President's proposal for an international energy accord
The West Balkans between the EU, the USA, and Russia: Challenges and Options
SWP
This 6-page German backgrounder explores the importance of enlargement policy for the EU’s self-ordained role of conflict-resolution in the West Balkans
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-05
The Toppling of Ben Ali: Isolated Development or First Domino?
SWP
An 8-page German commentary arguing that the EU should reconsider its benevolent policies vis-à-vis the authoritarian rulers in the Mediterranean region
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-02-23
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
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
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
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
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
Turkey-Armenia Relations
TESEV
A 3-page Turkish policy brief on Turkey-Armenia relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-25
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
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
Handle With Care
The Jerusalem Report
An Israeli article on Egyptian-Israeli relations
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-09-08
The Muslim Brotherhood
The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
A 96-page Israeli backgrounder on the worldview, objectives and methods of the Muslim Brotherhood
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-29
Exporting Terrorism and Subversion from the Gaza Strip
The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
An Israeli security assessment arguing that terrorist organizations in the Gaza Strip may exploit the recent events to increase arms smuggling and infiltrate operatives into Egypt
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-11
Latin America as a Terrorist, Subversive, Criminal Arena for Iran and Hezbollah
The Meir Amit Intelligence and Terrorism Information Center
A 47-page Israeli dossier on Iranian incursions into Latin America
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-05-08
A Palestinian Deal in the Season of Remarkable Change
The National
A US op-ed on the Fatah-Hamas agreement
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-05
The Korean Armistice and the Islands
U.S. Army War College
This 30-page US paper describes how, because of the five Northwest islands' unique strategic location, the surrounding area has become one of the primary potential sources of conflict between the Republic of Korea (ROK) and the DPRK
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-07
Democratic Space in Asia-Pacific
UNDP
This 39-page working paper explores the concept of democratic space in the context of the Asia-Pacific region. It examines the factors that affect the quality and capacity of democratic space to give poor and marginalised groups meaningful opportunities to participate in politics and governance and exercise their human rights
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
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
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
Japan's and South Korea's Role in East Asian Security?
USAWC
This 38-page US paper argues that in order to meet security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, the U.S. must expect Japan and South Korea to take on an increasing role for security in the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-18
Pakistan, the United States and the End Game in Afghanistan: Perceptions of Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Elite
USIP
This 5-page US brief summarizes the perceptions of Pakistani foreign policy elite about Pakistan’s strategy and interests in Afghanistan, its view of the impending “end game”, and the implications of its policies towards Afghanistan for the U.S.-Pakistan relationship
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-02
Beyond Tahrir: The Trajectory of Egypt's Transition
USIP
A report on a US speech made by a senior figure in Egypt's Supreme Council of the Armed Forces on the aims of the military
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-02
Afghan Civil Society and a Comprehensive Peace Process
USIP
A 5-page US brief highlighting the importance of involving Afghan civil society and its interests in any sustainable approach to peace in Afghanistan
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-02
Dr. Ali Al-Dabbagh's Iraq-based Formula for Regional Cooperation
USIP
A description of a far-reaching regional initiative to increase economic and strategic cooperation in the Middle East
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-02-26
China’s North Korea Policy
USIP
This 16-page US report assesses the factors shaping China’s interactions with North Korea
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
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
Baghdad’s Wary Support for the Syrian Status Quo
USIP
This 4-page US brief outlines how Baghdad possesses limited ability to influence the course of events in Syria, but uses this to provide modest support to the Assad regime
Regional, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-10-19
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
Assessing the Impact of Israeli-Iranian Tensions
USIP
A US Q&A discussing Israeli-Iranian tensions
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-19
Iraq, its Neighbors, and the Obama Administration: Syrian and Saudi Perspectives
USIP, Stimson
A 21-page US working paper presenting Syrian and Saudi perspectives on Iraq
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-26
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
Confronting Damascus: U.S. Policy toward the Evolving Situation in Syria
Washington Institute
A US House testimony on US policy towards Syria
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-30
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
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
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
How to Assess Political Fissures in Iran
Washington Institute
The 3-page report Report of a US forum held to discuss developments in Iran that may indicate either lost ground for reform-minded activists or cracks in the very foundation of the Islamic Republic
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-18
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
The Muslim Brotherhood: On the Record
Washington Institute
A 3-page US collection of statements by Muslim Brotherhood leaders on the full gamut of critical issues, from their potential role in a post-Mubarak government to relations with the United States, the Palestinians, and Israel
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-08
The Claim for Recognition of Israel as a Jewish State: A Reassessment
Washington Institute
This 78-page US study demystifies the often misleading debate over recognizing Israel as a "Jewish" state and provides the means to reconcile the issue and overcome a major challenge to an Israeli-Palestinian agreement
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-08
Merging Bottom-Up and Top-Down Peace Efforts: A Jerusalem-Ramallah Trip Report
Washington Institute
A commentary on the conclusions reached on the prospects for Israeli-Palestinian peach from a recent Middle East study tour
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-10
A Victory for Islamism? The Second Lebanon War and Its Repercussions
Washington Institute
An 80-page US paper arguing that although Hizballah's strong position in Lebanese society keeps the bilateral conflict with Israel alive, the perception of strength and success in battle provides Hizballah with much broader reach and regional influence
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2009-11-27
Actions, Not Just Attitudes: A New Paradigm for U.S.-Arab Relations
Washington Institute
A 102-page US policy focus that presents and interprets the most comprehensive data yet assembled on actual Arab political behavior, at both the political and popular levels, for twenty Arab countries over ten years
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-07-11
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
Economic Lessons from Iraq for Countries of the Arab Spring
Wilson Center
This 8-page US paper argues that the countries of the Arab Spring would benefit from the economic lessons learned in Iraq
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-22
The Arab Spring, One Year On
Wilson Center
A speech on how the Arab Spring has developed and specific economic challenges facing the region
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-12-14
Empowering Women in the Muslim World
Wilson Center
The summary of three recent US events held to discuss the empowering of women in the Muslim world
Regional, Human RightsPosted: 2010-12-06
Expanding Housing Finance to the Underserved in South Asia
World Bank
This 358-page report argues that South Asia’s future economic growth, social development, and employment are tied to providing housing and nurturing real-estate growth
Financing Africa Through the Crisis and Beyond
World Bank
This 308-page book takes stock of Africa's financial systems in light of recent changes in the global financial system. It addresses risk aversion of international investors, a shift in economic and financial powers towards emerging markets, the regulatory reform debate, and the increasing role of technology
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-22
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
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
The Widening Political Faultline Over Turkey's European Destiny
"Europe's World"
A commentary on Turkey's European destiny
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-05-22
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
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
Egypt’s Leaders in Waiting
"Inside Story"
This Australian article considers posssible leadership options for Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-21
Arabs vs. the Abdullah Plan
"Middle East Quarterly"
A 10-page US article analyzing the inter-Arab context in which the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative was adopted and the degree of its continued relevance
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-30
From the End of the Cold War and into a New Era of Relations
"Russia in Global Affairs"
This article discusses relations between ASEAN and Russia twenty years after the fall of the Soviet Union
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-19
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
Beyond Cairo: Prospects for Change in the Middle East
"The Hill"
A US article assessing the implications of the momentous events in Tunisia and Egypt
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-25
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
The Damascus Puzzle
"The Jerusalem Report"
An Israeli article considering the likelihood of regime change in Syria
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-04
China’s Growing Naval Power
"The National Interest"
The 4-page report of a US panel discussion on China's growing naval power
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-27