Regional
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
Japan’s Security and Defence Policy: The More Things Change . . .
SIPRI
A Swedish essay on trends in Japan's security policy
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-30
Iran and the Persian Gulf
IICC
A 16-page Israeli report on the recent Iranian claim that Bahrain was formerly a province of Iran, and its aftermath
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-03-29
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
Iran Enters the Space Arena
IDSA
An Indian commentary on the strategic implications of Iran's February 2009 satellite launch
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-27
South-South Cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean: Ways Ahead from Accra
FRIDE
This 6-page Spanish document aims to analyse the opportunities and challenges of South-South cooperation in Latin America and the Caribbean
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-27
From Suez to Shanghai: The European Union and Eurasian Maritime Security
ISS
This 48-page occasional paper looks at the emerging geopolitical situation in the Eurasian coastal zone, concentrating on the geostrategic activities of China, India, Japan, Russia, South Korea and the United States
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-26
EU Support to African Security Architecture: Funding and Training Components
ISS
This 52-page paper analyses the EU’s support to the new African security architecture, focusing on financial and training aspects
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-26
Sustainable Security in the Middle East and North Africa
ORG
The 10-page UK report of a conference exploring the implications of a sustainable security framework for the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-20
Sustainable Security in the Middle East and North Africa
ORG
The report of a conference exploring the implications of a sustainable security framework for the region
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-20
Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistani Islamic Organization that is part of Global Jihad, was Responsible for the Mumbai Terrorist Attack
IICC
a 50-page Israeli report on the aims and activities of Lashkar-e-Taiba
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-18
20 Years of Milo Dukanovic's Regime?
IFIMES
A Slovene update on the political situation in Montenegro
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-18
A Defining Moment for the “King of Kings”
CEIP
A US article assessing the future direction of Qaddafi's policies and actions
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-11
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
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
The Future of the Chiang Mai Initiative: An Asian Monetary Fund?
Peterson Institute
This 9-page US policy brief considers whether East Asian governments and banks are serious about regional financial cooperation
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-01
The IAEA February Reports on Iran and Syria
INSS
An Israeli commentary on the IAEA February 2009 reports on Iran and Syria
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-03-01
The 2009 Israeli Elections and Turkish-Israeli Relations
SETA
A 12-page Turkish policy brief examining how the future course of Turkish-Israeli relations will be affected by the next Israeli government's peace agenda
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-28
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
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
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
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
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
Strategic Views on Asian Regionalism
CSIS
A 2-page executive summary of a study of elite Asian opinion on the subject of Asian regionalism
RegionalPosted: 2009-02-23
Iran and the Future of Afghanistan
CFR
A US backgrounder discussing the likelihood of engaging with Iran to secure stability for Afghanistan
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-20
A Tale of Two Crises
FPRI
A US foreign policy perspective on Israeli-Palestinian and Indo-Pakistani conflicts
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-20
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
Engaging Syria? U.S. Constraints and Opportunities
Crisis Group
This 38-page report on the prospects for US-Syrian engagement focuses on the need for a prudent, progressive approach that first rebuilds ties and restores confidence
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-12
Tajikistan: On the Road to Failure
Crisis Group
This 31-page report finds that Tajikistan is weak state that is suffering from a failure of leadership
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-12
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
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
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
China's Military Power
CFR
A US backgrounder on the implications of recent improvements in China's military capabilities
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-05
The Slovenian-Croatian Border Question
IFIMES
A Slovene analysis of Slovenian-Croatian relations focusing on the unresolved border question
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-02-02
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
The Arabs and Modern Turkey: A Century of Changing Perceptions
Insight Turkey
A 20-page Turkish article explaining the role played by four major factors in framing the Turkish image in Arab eyes
RegionalPosted: 2009-01-28
Latin America's Economic Outlook for 2009: No Time for Optimism
Brookings Institution
A US article assessing the prospects for Latin America's economy in 2009
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-26
Islamists in Politics: The Dynamics of Participation
CEIP
A 32-page US paper examining the participation of Islamist movements in politics in the Middle East
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-23
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
The Obama Presidency: A View from Turkey
SETA
A 16-page policy brief offering a Turkish perpective on foreign relations expectations from the Obama Presidency
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-21
Economic Geography and Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
CESifo
This 42-page working paper assesses the importance of relative geography, and access to foreign markets in particular, in explaining the substantial income differences between SSA countries
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-21
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
A Tale of Two Africas
CFR
A US commentary comparing the differing aftermaths of recent elections in Ghana and Guinea
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-20
Engaging Syria? Lessons from the French Experience
Crisis Group
A 16-page policy briefing drawing practical lessons based on France's attempts to engage Syria, while offering creative ideas as to how Paris may consolidate what remains a still tenuous initiative.
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-20
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
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
Beibu Gulf: Emerging Sub-regional Integration between China and ASEAN
RSIS
This 44-page Singaporean working paper describes and analyzes an emerging sub-regional integration project between China and ASEAN
Regional, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-01-16
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
Comparing Regionalism in Asia and Europe: What Can the Regions Learn From Each Other?
SIPRI
This Swedish essay compares regionalism in Asia and Europe
RegionalPosted: 2009-01-16
The Gaza Conflict
ORG
A 4-page UK analysis examining the wider context of the current conflict in Gaza
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-14
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
The New Northern Dimension of the European Neighbourhood
CEPS
This 237-page book examines regional cooperation among the countries in Europe’s northern neighbourhood, with an emphasis on the pitfalls and successes of engaging Russia.
European Union, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-13
Cross-Strait Relations: "Ascend the Heights and Take a Long-term Perspective"
Hoover Institution
A 46-page paper analyzing recent developments in P~RC-Taiwan relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-12
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
The Lord’s Resistance Army: Tackling a Regional Spoiler
Clingendael
This 4-page Dutch policy brief considers the need for a regional containment strategy aimed at minimizing the LRA’s room for manoeuvre and creating new impetus for peace in the DRC
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-10
African Mistrust of ‘Northern Justice'
FRIDE
A 10-page Spanish paper describing the difficulties that international justice has in expanding jurisdiction beyond state borders in cases of genocide or massive violations of human rights
Human Rights, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-07
Beyond Iraq: A New U.S. Strategy for the Middle East
CFR
A 7-page US article spelling out the prerequisites for a successful US Middle East strategy
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-07
The Arab Reaction to Operation Cast Lead
INSS
An Israeli article analyzing the reaction in Arab countries to Israel's strike on Hamas in Gaza
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2009-01-07
The Fethullah Gulen Movement
MERIA
An Israeli article analyzing the nature and aims of the Turkish Gulen movement
Governance & Politics, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-02
Dry Aquifers in Arab Countries and the Looming Food Crisis
MERIA
An Israeli article examining water supply and food self-sufficiency in Arab countries
Poverty & Hunger, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-02
Irregular Warfare and Revolts from the Margins
ORG
A 4-page UK overview of the international security situation, focussing on the 'war on terror', the related conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the implications of US and UK foreign policy for the majority world.
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-12-31
Islamist Terrorism in Greater Central Asia: The 'Al-Qaedaization' of Uzbek Jihadism
IFRI
The goal of this 29-page French paper is to analyze the threat of Islamist terrorism in Central Asia, through the examination of what could be termed a real Al-Qaeda-like threat: the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU) and its splinter cells, which seem to be the real problem in Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-12-31
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 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
Iran: U.S. Concerns and Policy Responses
CRS
A 68-page updated US report on the country's concerns about Iranian actions and intentions, and US policy responses
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-12-11
China’s Scary Challenges to India
IDSA
An Indian commentary on trends in Indo-Chinese relations
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-12-05
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
Latin America in the Global Economy: Challenges and Opportunities
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 47-page Australian lecture on the challenges and opportunities facing Latin America in the global economy
Regional, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-11-21
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
Turkey in the Security Council: Goals and Dilemmas
INSS
An Israeli commentary on Turkey's mediating role in the regions adjoining it
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-11
A Failure of Strategy
IISS
An article assessing the strategic consequences of the war in Georgia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-09
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
The EU Strategy for Central Asia: Year One
FRIDE
A Spanish commentary on the EU's strategy towards Central Asia
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-07
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
From Hegemony to New Geopolitical Competition
FIIA
This Finnish paper assesses Russia's strategic footprint in Central Asia
Defence, Terrorism & Security, RegionalPosted: 2008-11-07
Turkey's Middle East Policies: Between Neo-Ottomanism and Kemalism
CEIP
A 36-page US paper explaining the two conflicting drivers of Turkey's new activism in the Middle East
Foreign Policy, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-31
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
Maghreb Regional and Global Integration: A Dream to be Fulfilled
Peterson Instiute
This 192-page US monograph considers the problems inhibiting economic development in the Maghreb (single page linking to each contribution for preview only)
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-29
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
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
Stalled Youth Transitions in the Middle East
Brookings Institution
A 44-page US report focusing on the role of markets and institutions in mediating youth transition in the Middle East
Families, Children & Youth, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-24
ASEAN's Regional Cooperation and Multilateral Relations
Parliamentary Library - Australia
A 65-page Australian research paper studying recent developments in ASEAN regional cooperation
Regional, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2008-10-21
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
Constraints to Economic Development and Growth in the Middle East and North Africa
GIGA
A 46-page German working paper attempting to identify the most significnt constraints on Arab Mediterranean economic development
International Development, RegionalPosted: 2008-10-01
Still Amigos: A Fresh Canada-US Approach to Reviving NAFTA
C.D. Howe Institute
This 30-page Canadian commentary argues for a fresh, primarily US-Canadian approach to improving NAFTA
Regional, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-09-23
The Politics of Rural Development in Europe
Institute of Economics
A 45-page Hungarian discussion paper examining rural development policies in Europe, with special reference to CEE countries
Regional, European UnionPosted: 2005-08-05
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
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
Evaluation of the Heartland Services Initiative
New Zealand Ministry of Social Development
An evaluation of the New Zealand Heartland Service initiative, which established local "one-stop" centres from which rural New Zealanders can access a range of government and related services
RegionalPosted: 2004-11-18
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