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June 2013

7 Jun 2013
War-head Worries: Asia's Expanding Nuclear Arsenals
Author: Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury
Publisher: Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS)
This Brief examines the seeming expansion of nuclear arsenals in Asia. More on «War-head Worries: Asia's Expanding Nuclear Arsenals»
3 Jun 2013
Something New Under the Rising Sun: Expanding Australia–Japan Defence Cooperation
Author: Hayley Channer, Andrew Davies, Peter Jennings
Publisher: Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)
This analysis examines Australia's growing cooperation with other countries in the Asia-Pacific region. More on «Something New Under the Rising Sun: Expanding Australia–Japan Defence Cooperation»
Jun 2013
A New Approach to Understanding Afghanistan's Transition
Author: William A Byrd, Gary Milante, Kenneth Anye
Publisher: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
In order to aid the policy development process in Afghanistan, this report looks at other low-income countries that have attempted to transition from a state of violent conflict into one of relative 'normalcy', or even peace. More on «A New Approach to Understanding Afghanistan's Transition»
Jun 2013
Syria and WMD: Deepening Uncertainty
Author: S Samuel C Rajiv
Publisher: Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)
This brief looks at how certain governments have reacted to the charges that Syrian forces recently used chemical weapons against their opponents. More on «Syria and WMD: Deepening Uncertainty»
Jun 2013
Legacy of a Resource-Fueled War: The Role of Generals in Angola's Mining Sector
Author: Utz Ebertz, Marie Müller
Publisher: Bonn International Center for Conversion (BICC)
The Kimberley Process (KPCS) is a certification scheme designed not only to stop the trade in ‘conflict diamonds', but also to ensure that those who buy these diamonds are not indirectly financing rebellions against legitimate governments. More on «Legacy of a Resource-Fueled War: The Role of Generals in Angola's Mining Sector»
Jun 2013
New Free Trade Agreements: A Cure for the Crisis?
Author: Maya Rostowska
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
The EU is in the process of negotiating nine Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) in 2013 and has another four in the pipeline. More on «New Free Trade Agreements: A Cure for the Crisis?»

May 2013

29 May 2013
Buying Time? Money, Guns and Politics in the West Bank
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This report acknowledges that the Palestinian Authority (PA) is beset by financial and political problems, but it also asserts that it is not going to disband anytime soon. More on «Buying Time? Money, Guns and Politics in the West Bank»
28 May 2013
Towards A European Global Strategy
Author: Björn Fägerst, Alessandro Marrone, Martín Ortega, Roderick Parkesen
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM) / Istituto Affari Internazionali (IAI) / Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
The principal aims of the European Union are to promote its shared values, spread peace, and ensure the well-being of its members' populations. More on «Towards A European Global Strategy»
28 May 2013
US Extended Deterrence Weakened?
Author: Łukasz Kulesa
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
With North Korea's recent intemperate behavior acting as a background, this paper examines both the credibility and the effectiveness of the US providing extended deterrence guarantees to its allies. More on «US Extended Deterrence Weakened? »
28 May 2013
Unlocking South Africa’s Potential
Author: Mamphela Ramphele
Publisher: Chatham House
This transcript discusses the economic, educational and governance issues facing South Africa in the post-Apartheid era. More on «Unlocking South Africa’s Potential»
28 May 2013
Justice at the Barrel of a Gun: Vigilante Militias in Mexico
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This brief discusses the emergence of vigilante militias as a 'third force' in Mexico's struggle against organized crime and gang-related violence. More on «Justice at the Barrel of a Gun: Vigilante Militias in Mexico»
27 May 2013
Australia and the Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Initiative
Author: Tanya Ogilvie-White
Publisher: Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI)
Australia fully appreciates the critical role that the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons plays in blunting the spread of 'nukes', and in promoting their eventual abolition. More on «Australia and the Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Initiative»
24 May 2013
Desired Democracy in Distress: Breaking the GUINEA Political Impasse
Author: Alimou Diallo, Jean Millimouno
Publisher: West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP)
This brief surveys the prospects for Guinea's democracy since the legislative elections in 2010. More on «Desired Democracy in Distress: Breaking the GUINEA Political Impasse»
23 May 2013
Deciphering Australia’s Defense Budget
Author: Mark Thomson
Publisher: East-West Center (EWC)
As this brief points out, the just-released Australian Defence White Paper's call for increased defense spending came as a surprise to many. More on «Deciphering Australia’s Defense Budget»
23 May 2013
Russian Military Reforms: An Evaluation
Author: Amit Kumar
Publisher: Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)
Since 2008, Russia has undertaken comprehensive reforms in its defense and military sectors. More on «Russian Military Reforms: An Evaluation»
22 May 2013
South Korea: National Security or National Pride Regarding Japan?
Author: Krista E Wiegand
Publisher: East-West Center (EWC)
This brief highlights some of the security-related tensions that exist between South Korea and Japan, including the Dokdo/Takeshima islets dispute. More on «South Korea: National Security or National Pride Regarding Japan?»
21 May 2013
Prospects for Afghanistan's 2014 Election
Author: Max Boot
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
In this testimony made to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, the author describes causes for optimism and pessimism regarding Afghanistan's prospects for stability and security after the 2014 NATO troop withdrawal. More on «Prospects for Afghanistan's 2014 Election»
21 May 2013
Bangladesh’s Growth Enablers
Author: Ishraq Ahmed
Publisher: Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS)
This brief argues that economic reforms undertaken since the 1990s have had a positive impact on Bangladesh's rate of economic growth. More on «Bangladesh’s Growth Enablers»
21 May 2013
Drones: Myths and Reality in Pakistan
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This report looks at the US drone strikes in Pakistan's Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). More on «Drones: Myths and Reality in Pakistan»
20 May 2013
Rwanda’s Foundations for the Future
Author: Claver Gatete
Publisher: Chatham House
This is a summary of a presentation delivered by the Rwandan Minister of Finance and Economic Planning. More on «Rwanda’s Foundations for the Future»
18 May 2013
Kazajistán y España: una alianza estratégica más allá de los intereses mutuos
Author: Antonio Alonso Marcos
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Este trabajo discute las relaciones entre España y Kazajistán. More on «Kazajistán y España: una alianza estratégica más allá de los intereses mutuos»
16 May 2013
Obama, Siria y la delgada línea roja
Author: Carlota García Encina
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Este comentario analiza la amenaza de las armas químicas en el conflicto sirio desde una perspectiva americana. More on «Obama, Siria y la delgada línea roja»
16 May 2013
Venezuela: A House Divided
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This paper examines the Venezuelan presidential election that was forced by Hugo Chávez's death. More on «Venezuela: A House Divided»
15 May 2013
Kenya After the Elections
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This briefing examines the March 2013 presidential elections in Kenya. More on «Kenya After the Elections»
15 May 2013
Escaping Nigeria's Cycle of Violence
Author: John Campbell
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
This brief tracks the escalating violence between Nigerian military forces and the Islamist Boko Haram movement. More on «Escaping Nigeria's Cycle of Violence»
15 May 2013
Central Asia-Caucasus Analyst, Vol 15, No 10
Author: Mamuka Tsereteli, Gulshan Sachdeva, Robert M Cutler, Valery Dzutsev, Joldosh Osmonov, Eka Janashia, Georgiy Voloshin, Mina Muradova
Publisher: Central Asia-Caucasus Institute and Silk Road Studies Program (CACI-SRSP)
Articles in this issue discuss the need for a stronger US and European policy on the South Caucasus; India's plans to bring Russian Hydrocarbons to South Asia; Azerbaijan's deepening ties to Israel; and Russia's unchanging policies in the North Cauca... More on «Central Asia-Caucasus Analyst, Vol 15, No 10»
15 May 2013
The Role of New Political Parties in Angola
Author: Abel Chivukuvuku
Publisher: Chatham House
In this transcript, Abel Chivukuvuku, president of the Convergência Ampla de Salvação de Angola political alliance, offers his insights into opposition politics in Angola. More on «The Role of New Political Parties in Angola»
14 May 2013
Europa y la globalización: de amenaza a oportunidad
Author: Federico Steinberg
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Este trabajo analiza el papel de la UE en la globalización económica. More on «Europa y la globalización: de amenaza a oportunidad»
14 May 2013
Usama Bin Ladin's "Father Sheikh"
Author: Kevin Bell
Publisher: Combating Terrorism Center (CTC)
This report underlines the need for increased precision in historical analysis of Afghanistan. More on «Usama Bin Ladin's "Father Sheikh"»
13 May 2013
Japan’s Disaster Relief Diplomacy
Author: Hideshi Futori
Publisher: East-West Center (EWC)
This brief argues that Japan will increasingly be able to contribute toward the aim of a more stable and peaceful Asia-Pacific region by using disaster relief diplomacy. More on «Japan’s Disaster Relief Diplomacy»
13 May 2013
Armed Groups Maintaining Law and Order
Author: Bruce Oswald
Publisher: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
This brief focuses on the problems that arise when militia groups start performing law and order tasks. More on «Armed Groups Maintaining Law and Order»
13 May 2013
The Future of the AU
Author: Tedros Adhahom Ghebreyesus
Publisher: Chatham House
This speech outlines the major achievements of the African Union (AU) since 1963 and indicates its likely future. More on «The Future of the AU»
13 May 2013
Ukraine's Foreign Policy Priorities
Author: Leonid Kozhara
Publisher: Chatham House
In this speech, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kozhara surveys developments in the country's domestic and foreign policies. More on «Ukraine's Foreign Policy Priorities»
13 May 2013
The Reincarnation of Nawaz Sharif: Pakistan's Deepening Democracy
Author: Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury
Publisher: Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS)
Following Pakistan's elections, Nawaz Sharif is poised to become prime minister in June 2013. More on «The Reincarnation of Nawaz Sharif: Pakistan's Deepening Democracy»
13 May 2013
Too Close For Comfort: Syrians in Lebanon
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This report examines the effect of the Syrian conflict on neighboring Lebanon. More on «Too Close For Comfort: Syrians in Lebanon»
12 May 2013
After the Damascus Attack: Ten Points to Consider
Author: Amos Yadlin
Publisher: Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
This brief analyzes the implications of an attack outside Damascus in May 2013, reportedly carried out by Israel. More on «After the Damascus Attack: Ten Points to Consider»
10 May 2013
Beyond the Ramparts: The Future of US Special Operations Forces
Author: Jim Thomas, Chris Dougherty
Publisher: Center for Strategic and Budgetary Assessments (CSBA)
Despite being one of the US’ most cost-effective weapons, Special Operations Forces (SOF) are facing the same budget problems as other branches of the military. More on «Beyond the Ramparts: The Future of US Special Operations Forces»
9 May 2013
Women in Combat: Issues for Congress
Author: David F Burrelli
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report analyzes the issue of women serving in the US military. More on «Women in Combat: Issues for Congress»
9 May 2013
The Referendum Dilemma
Author: Gilead Sher
Publisher: Institute for National Security Studies (INSS)
Israel's 33rd government has formally committed itself to pursuing a peace agreement and political settlement with the Palestinians. More on «The Referendum Dilemma»
9 May 2013
Emigrar en cayuco a Europa
Author: Jordi Garreta Bochaca
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Para una buena parte de la juventud de Senegal y de sus familias la emigración es la única vía de mejora económica. More on «Emigrar en cayuco a Europa»
8 May 2013
Timor-Leste: Stability at What Cost?
Author: International Crisis Group
Publisher: International Crisis Group
This report describes the situation in Timor-Leste following the withdrawal of UN peacekeepers in December 2012. More on «Timor-Leste: Stability at What Cost?»
8 May 2013
Triangulación España-Asia-América Latina: ¿mito o realidad?
Author: Augusto Soto
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Este análisis, en primer lugar, reflexiona sobre el origen y el desarrollo del concepto de triangulación España-Asia-América Latina tal como a grandes rasgos se ha venido argumentando en la última década. More on «Triangulación España-Asia-América Latina: ¿mito o realidad?»
7 May 2013
La desaceleración en el crecimiento económico de China y la recuperación global
Author: Pablo Bustelo
Publisher: Elcano Royal Institute of International and Strategic Studies
Este papel discute, en primer lugar, la sorprendente desaceleración del crecimiento económico de China durante el primer trimestre de 2013. More on «La desaceleración en el crecimiento económico de China y la recuperación global»
7 May 2013
What if Pakistan's 'Old Lion' Returns to Govern?
Author: Daniel Markey
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
This brief examines the possible return of Nawaz Sharif to government in Pakistan after nearly a decade of exile. More on «What if Pakistan's 'Old Lion' Returns to Govern?»
6 May 2013
Amendments to DPP-2011: An Analytical Overview
Author: Laxman Kumar Behera
Publisher: Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (IDSA)
This brief provides an analytical overview of the latest changes in Indian defense procurement highlighted in an MoD Press Release on April 20th 2013. More on «Amendments to DPP-2011: An Analytical Overview»
3 May 2013
No-Fly Zones: Strategic, Operational, and Legal Considerations for Congress
Author: Jeremiah Gertler, Christopher M Blanchard, Catherine Dale, Jennifer K Elsea
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
In conflicts in Kosovo, Iraq, and Libya, the United States has taken part in establishing and maintaining no-fly zones. More on «No-Fly Zones: Strategic, Operational, and Legal Considerations for Congress»
3 May 2013
Border Security: Immigration Enforcement Between Ports of Entry
Author: Marc R Rosenblum
Publisher: Congressional Research Service (CRS)
This report reviews border enforcement efforts in the US since the passing of the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act. More on «Border Security: Immigration Enforcement Between Ports of Entry»
3 May 2013
Caucasus Analytical Digest No. 50: Informal Relations in Everyday Life / Informal Economy
Author: Huseyn Aliyev, Rail Safiyev
Publisher: Resource Security Institute (RSI) / Center for Security Studies (CSS) / Heinrich Böll Foundation / Research Centre for East European Studies (FSOE)
This issue of the CAD examines the role of informal networks in the South Caucasus. More on «Caucasus Analytical Digest No. 50: Informal Relations in Everyday Life / Informal Economy »
3 May 2013
Xi and Abe on the Brink: Can the US Help Avert Armed Conflict?
Author: Kerry Gershaneck
Publisher: Pacific Forum CSIS
This commentary examines the role of the US in managing tensions between China and Japan. More on «Xi and Abe on the Brink: Can the US Help Avert Armed Conflict?»
3 May 2013
Cybersecurity and Internet Governance
Author: Andrea Renda
Publisher: Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)
This brief summarizes the growing trends of cyber threats and cyber attacks both for the nation-state and the private sphere. More on «Cybersecurity and Internet Governance»

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