Information on "International Organizations" and "Asia"
March 2013
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21 Mar 2013
NATO, Uzbekistan and the ISAF Withdrawal
The precarious security situation in Pakistan has prompted NATO to look to Uzbekistan as an alternative transportation route for its planned withdrawal from Afghanistan. Yet, as Sonia Rothwell reveals, many member-states remain uncomfortable working with a regime that has a poor human rights record. More on «NATO, Uzbekistan and the ISAF Withdrawal» -
13 Mar 2013
Azerbaijan and the EU: Recalibrating Relations?
Azerbaijan is becoming increasingly dismissive of the European Union’s calls for greater democratization. Eldar Mamedov thinks that Baku should watch its step – tense relations with the EU could harm its long-term strategic interests. More on «Azerbaijan and the EU: Recalibrating Relations?»
January 2013
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4 Jan 2013
Superpower Symbiosis: The Russia-China Axis
Sino-Russian relations are currently the best they have ever been, and a mutual interest in counterbalancing the West's pivot towards Asia makes even sturdier bilateral cooperation likely. Nevertheless, Richard Weitz argues that Sino-Russian relations remain fundamentally quite volatile. More on «Superpower Symbiosis: The Russia-China Axis»
November 2012
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21 Nov 2012
Myanmar's Reforms: The Nuclear Dimension
Myanmar's political reforms continue to receive international approval and support. However, our partners at the IISS warn that the country's nuclear activities remain a grey area where greater transparency is definitely required. More on «Myanmar's Reforms: The Nuclear Dimension»
August 2012
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9 Aug 2012
India’s 'Catch-22' Situation in Syria
India was initially reluctant to condemn the Syrian regime’s crackdown on internal political unrest. Its recent change of heart, argues Rupak Borah, reflects an evolving realization on New Delhi’s part – it cannot avoid making tough political decisions if it hopes to have a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. More on «India’s 'Catch-22' Situation in Syria» -
1 Aug 2012
China Reveals its Hand on ASEAN in Phnom Penh
ASEAN's failure to issue a joint communiqué after its annual consultations prompted media criticisms that the organization was too chaotic and divided for its own good. CSIS's Ernest Bower, however, contends that China deliberately manipulated this particular outcome to serve its own regional interests. More on «China Reveals its Hand on ASEAN in Phnom Penh»
July 2012
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24 Jul 2012
Making More Out of Less: How NATO States Can Seize the Opportunities of Shrinking Resources in Afghanistan
After NATO forces withdraw in 2014, a durable peace in Afghanistan will have to be built with fewer resources. This context, however, may create incentives for more efficient and effective engagement with the region as a whole, suggest Michael Harsch and Scott Smith. More on «Making More Out of Less: How NATO States Can Seize the Opportunities of Shrinking Resources in Afghanistan»
May 2012
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15 May 2012
Putin and Washington: Is Conflict Inevitable?
Vladimir Putin, who was inaugurated as president of Russia on May 7, has instructed the Foreign Ministry to ensure compliance with the New START Treaty. More on «Putin and Washington: Is Conflict Inevitable?» -
11 May 2012
Opportunity Knocks: Can the EU Help Albania to Help Itself?
Albania's fragile democracy may hinge upon Europe's support for domestic political reform. More on «Opportunity Knocks: Can the EU Help Albania to Help Itself?»
May 2009
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28 May 2009
Outsourcing Agriculture
If land is being unused or under-utilized in poor regions across Africa and Southeast Asia, outsourcing to capital-rich and land-poor nations could help prevent another global food crisis, but it must be fair and productive, Adam Wolfe writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «Outsourcing Agriculture»
