Information on "Natural Resources Policy"
April 2013
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Apr 2013
Establishing a Mining Sector in Postwar South Sudan
Author: David K Deng, Paul Mertenskoetter, Luuk van de Vondervoort
Publisher: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
This report looks at the mining sector in South Sudan and provides evidence-based recommendations to help the South Sudanese government develop a regulatory framework that will provide equitable benefits to all concerned parties. More on «Establishing a Mining Sector in Postwar South Sudan»
December 2012
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17 Dec 2012
Political Economy and Conflict Dimensions of Afghanistan’s Mineral Resources
Author: William Byrd
Publisher: United States Institute of Peace (USIP)
This paper discusses different categories of resources found in Afghanistan and then puts forward some basic recommendations to help guide policy. More on «Political Economy and Conflict Dimensions of Afghanistan’s Mineral Resources»
October 2012
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1 Oct 2012
Globale Standards für Rohstoffunternehmen
Author: Peter Wolff
Publisher: German Development Institute
Der Rechtsauschuss des Europäischen Parlaments hat beschlossen, dass zukünftig europäische Rohstoffunternehmen ihre Zahlungen an Regierungen offen legen sollen. More on «Globale Standards für Rohstoffunternehmen»
September 2012
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10 Sep 2012
Adding Fuel to Gas Market Changes
Author: Lidia Puka
Publisher: Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM)
This commentary addresses the EU's increased interest in liquefied natural gas (LNG), as its economic benefits have become more apparent. More on «Adding Fuel to Gas Market Changes»
August 2012
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Aug 2012
Mozambique’s Gas: An Opportunity for South Africa?
Author: Ichumile Gqada
Publisher: South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA)
This paper looks at opportunities for South African energy in the wake of gas discoveries in Mozambique. More on «Mozambique’s Gas: An Opportunity for South Africa?»
July 2012
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Jul 2012
Simulation of Land Use and Investment Behaviour under Different Policy Scenarios
Author: Marco Puddu, Fabio Bartolini, Davide Viaggi
Publisher: Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS)
Factor markets are a central issue in analyses of farm development and of agricultural sector vitality. More on «Simulation of Land Use and Investment Behaviour under Different Policy Scenarios»
June 2012
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Jun 2012
Myanmar: Limited Reforms, Continued Military Dominance
Author: Prem Mahadevan
Publisher: Center for Security Studies (CSS)
After decades of military rule, Myanmar is experiencing a remarkable period of political change. More on «Myanmar: Limited Reforms, Continued Military Dominance» -
Jun 2012
Natural Resources and Conflict: A New Security Challenge for the European Union
Author: Nicholas Garrett, Anna Piccinni
Publisher: Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)
The authors of this policy brief argue that conflict over natural resources is likely to pose significant threats to European security, and the European Union therefore needs to elaborate a comprehensive strategy to meet and overcome these threats. More on «Natural Resources and Conflict: A New Security Challenge for the European Union»
May 2012
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17 May 2012
Chinese Debates of South China Sea Policy
Author: Li Mingjiang
Publisher: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS)
This paper examines the domestic debate in China concerning the South China Sea dispute since 2009. More on «Chinese Debates of South China Sea Policy» -
9 May 2012
Natural Resources on the Russian Continental Shelf
Author: Iwona Wiśniewska
Publisher: Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW)
This article states that the Russian government is resuming the policy of a controlled opening-up of the Russian energy sectors to foreign investors, initiated in 2006. More on «Natural Resources on the Russian Continental Shelf»
