Regional
Curbing Success in Latin America
Brookings
A US paper warning of the risk of overheating in Latin American economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-16
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
Convergence and Divergence in Taiwan's U.S. Policy, 2004-2008: Analysis and Recommendations
Brookings
This 38-page US article looks at recent developments in Taiwan's US policy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-11-16
Direct Palestinian-Israeli Negotiations: The Looming Risks of a Necessary Step
Brookings
A US article assessing the prospects for the direct Palestinian-Israeli negotiations
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-30
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
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
An International Response to Central Asia’s Severe Disaster Risks
Brookings
A US paper on efforts to deal with the cumulative risks which Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan) face
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-05
The State of Affairs in Iran
Brookings
A US congressional testimony on the current state of play within Iran, referencing its complex internal politics and its position within the Persian Gulf region
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-27
How Stable Is Jordan? King Abdullah’s Half-hearted Reforms and the Challenge of the Arab Spring
Brookings
This 11-page US policy briefing takes a closer look at Jordan’s changing political dynamics, with a focus on the role of the king, the royal court, and the feared security services
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
Egypt’s Salafi Challenge
Brookings
This US article considers the implications of the unexpected rise of the Salafis in Egypt’s parliamentary election
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-09
Crisis in Honduras
Brookings
This US article analyses the political crisis in Honduras
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-06
Foresight Africa: Top Priorities for the Continent in 2012
Brookings
This 44-page US report outlines the top priorities for Africa in 2012 and beyond
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2012-01-09
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
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
The Challenge of Managing State-owned Small Arms and Light Weapons in South Sudan
BICC
A 4-page German note on the challenge of finding solutions for getting widespread possession of small arms and light weapons (SALW) and related trade flows under control in the Republic of South Sudan
Disarmament & Peacekeeping, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-02
Iran: The Flaws of Containment
BESA
A 4-page Israeli perspective highlighting the risks of a containment strategy vis-à-vis Iran
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-02
Empty Words: Saudi Blustering and US-Saudi Realities
BESA
A 3-page Israeli commentary on US-Saudi relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-03
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
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
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
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
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
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
This Week - A South Asian Nuclear Reconciliation?
BASIC
This article examines developments to the Indian and Pakistani stances on nuclear weaponry
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-08-08
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
Australian Unity Wellbeing Index: Special Report on City and Country Living
Australian Unity and Deakin University
A 56-page report monitoring the subjective wellbeing of the Australian population, comparing city dwellers with those living rurally
Regional, Urban IssuesPosted: 2005-03-04
Japan's Strategic Outlook
ASPI
A 12-page Australian perspective on Japan's strategic outlook
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-12-19
Global Forces 2011
ASPI
The 87-page report of an Australian conference offering different perspectives of strategic and security affairs
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-04-26
Making Mischief: The Return of the South China Sea Dispute
ASPI
This 16-page Australian report provides an analysis of the complex political/military and international legal issues that make up the South China Sea dispute
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-12-22
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
Whither US Forces? US Military Presence in the Asia-Pacific and the Implications for Australia
ASPI
This 9-page Australian paper analyses the options for a local US military presence and the implications for Australia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-09
China's Maritime Strategic Agenda
ASPI
This 4-page Australian policy analysis explores the central tenets of China's maritime security agenda
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-05-03
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
A Delicate Issue: Asia's Nuclear Future
ASPI
This report argues that Australian strategic policy should retain the flexibility to accommodate a range of possible Asian nuclear futures, striking a balance between its ordering and hedging strategies during a possible turbulent era in regional security
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-14
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
The Philippines: Internal and External Security Challenges
ASPI
This paper outlines the range of internal and external challenges facing the Philippines and some of the implications for Australia and the region.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-03-01
Forks in the River: Australia's Strategic Options in a Transformational Asia
ASPI
This 48-page report argues that Australia will be drawn increasingly to grow its strategic engagement with Asian partners
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-06-30
The Eagle Returns: Resurgent US Strategy in Southeast Asia and its Policy Implications
ASP
This 8-page Australian policy analysis examines how the United States is increasingly pivoting towards the Asia-Pacific region and is prioritising Southeast Asia in its global strategy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2012-02-15
The Future Global Reserve System - An Asian Perspective
ARIC
This 46-page report states that while the US dollar will remain the leading currency of international exchange for now, a rebalancing in the global economy means that in the future, a wider range of currencies will need to be used to settle trade and investment
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-11
Critical Dialogue between Diverse Opposition Groups: Final Report
Arab Reform Initiative
The 83-page report of four conferences held to attempt a consensus for Arab reform
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-03
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
Has Arab Business Ever Been, or Will it Be, a Player for Reform?
Arab Reform Initiative
This 18-page policy paper explores to what extent the private sector is truly private in the GCC and asks whether the recent economic crisis can set the stage for potentially more mature interest group politics and a wider contribution of business to reform processes
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-28
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
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 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
Hamas’ Khaled Mesh’al Sets Out His Movement’s Policy Directions
AMEC, Al-Sabeel
The 30-page translation of an interview with Hamas leader Khaled Mesh'al, covering the policy direction of Hamas on a number of critical issues: negotiations with Israel, recognition of Israel, resistance, Jews, Christians and women
Regional, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2010-09-15
Twin States in East Asia: Japan-ROK Relations in a New Era
AJISS
A Japanese article examining the likely future relationship between Japan and South Korea
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-31
We Need Both Hatoyama's Decision and Obama's Patience
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on US-Japan relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-09
Improved Cross-Strait Relations Confusing to the Japanese
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the implications of recent developments in China-Taiwan relations for Japan
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-01-06
China's Domestic Politics Behind the Senkaku Incident
AJISS
A 3-page Japanese commentary on the apparent dispute going on within the Chinese leadership over the defence of maritime resources in the East China Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-13
A Metamorphosis of the India-Pakistan Relationship?
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on recent developments in India-Pakistan relations
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2012-03-29
Broaden the Debate on TPP
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the proposed Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP)
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-02-25
Limited Goals, Limited Gains: The Pakistan Army's Operation in Kurram
AEI
A US analysis of the Pakistani military's latest offensive against Taliban militants in northwest Pakistan in Kurram
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-12
The U.S.-Japan Alliance: Relic of a Bygone Era?
AEI
This 7-page US outlook considers the future of the US-Japan alliance
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-02-02
Evo Morales's Reelection: Last Stand for Democracy?
AEI
A 6-page US brief arguing that Evo Morales's reelection on December 6 bodes ill for Bolivians and friends of democracy in the region
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-21
The Mounting Hezbollah Threat in Latin America
AEI
This 8-page US brief examines how Hezbollah is using the Western Hemisphere as a staging ground, fundraising center, and operational base to wage asymmetric warfare against the United States
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-10-12
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
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
FTA Trends
ADB
This 6-table tool quantifies the continuing spread of regional and bilateral free trade agreements (FTAs) in Asia and the Pacific region
Globalisation & International Trade, RegionalPosted: 2011-01-28
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
ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements with the People’s Republic
ADB
This 40-page report aims to assess, qualitatively and quantitatively the different permutations of ASEAN’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with PRC, Japan and Korea
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-24
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
Endgame on Karabakh?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article assessing speculation that the South Caucasus is on the verge of a new outbreak of violence
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-08
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
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
Iran Becoming a Major Player in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article outlining how Iran is rapidly expanding its activities both bilaterally with each of the countries in the South Caucasus and multi-laterally as a new center of geopolitical power in its own right and a counterweight to other outside powers
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-10
East-West Energy Cooperation and Its Consequences for Georgia and Azerbaijan
ADA
An Azerbaijani article explaining that the development of east-west energy cooperation in the Caspian region not only has involved a wide range of participants in the region but has promoted the development of infrastructure, the improvement of the macro-economic environment and the international integration of both Georgia and Azerbaijan into the international community
The Caspian Basin States: From Conflict to Cooperation?
ADA
This Azerbaijani article comments on the rapidly expanding cooperation among the Caspian Basin countries on issues ranging from environmental protection to international security
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2010-10-26
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
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
The Eastern Partnership and EU-Azerbaijan Relations
ADA
This Azerbaijani article looks at how the EU's Eastern Partnership has impacted upon EU-Azerbaijan relations
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-15
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
Karabakh after Kazan
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the meeting between Presidents Ilham Aliyev and Serzh Sargsyan to discuss a settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Regional, Disarmament & PeacekeepingPosted: 2011-07-20
The Sources of Russia’s Rapprochement with Turkey
ADA
An Azerbaijani article discussing the causes of Russia’s rapprochement with Turkey
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-12-08
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
Can the European Union Play a Balanced Role in the South Caucasus?
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the role of the EU in the South Caucasus
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-29
Azerbaijan and Naval Competition on the Caspian
ADA
An article on Azerbaijan's development of a naval presence on the Caspian Sea
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-07-25
The International Dimension of Security Dynamics in the South Caucasus
ADA
An Azerbaijani article on the security dynamics in the South Caucasus
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-18
Ankara-Yerevan Accords Point toward Armenia’s Withdrawal from the Occupied Territories
ADA
An Azerbaijani commentary on the implications of the Ankara-Yerevan accords for Azerbaijan
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-11-18
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
Changes in the South Caucasus Since August 2008: Regional Perspectives for the World’s Superpower
ADA
This Azerbaijani backgrounder explains how the three countries of the South Caucasus (sometimes referred to as the Transcaucasus)—Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia—form the most complex, combustible and unstable region in the former Soviet Union
Regional, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-04-27
The Case against Nuclearization of South Asia
ACDIS
This 33-page US paper explores the regional implications of nuclearized India and Pakistan
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
Cross-Border Terrorism in India: Counterterrorism Strategies and Challenges
ACDIS
A 31-page US paper offering recommendations for improving India's institutional capabilities, inter-agency coordination, and international cooperation in order to more effectively combat cross-border terror
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-08-18
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
Iranian Missile Messages: Reading Between the Lines of "Great Prophet 6"
ACA
A US issue brief assessing Iran's nuclear weapons ability and intent
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-07-13
The IAEA's Iran Report: Assessment and Implications
ACA
This US issue brief interprets the IAEA's Iran report
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2011-11-15
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
Decisions and Destinies: Asian Security in 2010
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 4-page Australian paper assesses how recent security choices in Asia - especially at sea - could have long-term consequences for peace or conflict
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2010-09-16
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
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