Publications

This paper maps out Italy’s interests in the forthcoming Brexit negotiations. The text’s authors explain that in recent years growing numbers of young people have left the country in search of better paid and more rewarding jobs elsewhere in the EU. For this reason, they believe that the Italian government...chevron_right

This paper speculates on what the Popular Party’s (PP) recent ascent to power means for Spain’s political future. According to the paper’s author, the minority government faces serious obstacles, particularly because of...chevron_right

This paper assesses the relative health of political systems in the Western World, and how America’s “virtual withdrawal” from world affairs could economically and politically impact several parts of Asia.chevron_right

This paper examines the haggling between the EU and Canada over the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). As the paper’s author sees it, mounting opposition to CETA’s proposed ISDS arbitration process has led to large-scale public protests against the agreement. The problem is...chevron_right

This report examines existing trends in defense spending in India and Pakistan. More specifically, it 1) argues that New Delhi’s military modernization efforts will be delayed; 2) claims Pakistan’s defense budget is probably higher than...chevron_right

This article looks at how the EU’s Global Strategy provides a new perspective for those shaping Brussels’ Security and Defence Implementation Plan (SDIP). It also examines how the Union can make Europe and Europeans feel safer – i.e., more secure, able, forward-looking, engaged and responsive.chevron_right

In order to assess the possible future of Iraq, this paper examines its internal political, cultural and religious dynamics. More specifically, it looks at 1) the current sectarian conflicts in the country; 2) the developments that have politically united Iraqi citizens...chevron_right

This Issue Brief 1) focuses on the extent to which criminal justice cooperation has deepened, both within Europe and in EU external relations, and 2) assesses the mechanisms that are in place to avoid problems in this highly sensitive policy area.chevron_right

What are the international implications of Bashar al-Assad’s Russian-supported offensive against the city of Aleppo? As this paper sees it, Aleppo’s fall would constitute a major territorial victory for Assad and reinforce his negotiating position. However...chevron_right

This paper looks at the imminent Fourth Industrial Revolution, which will feature the proliferation of advanced technologies that focus on artificial intelligence, 3D printing, gene editing, autonomous vehicles (AVs) and more. However, the text’s...chevron_right

This paper discusses the attempts by the Belgian region of Wallonia to veto the proposed Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU and Canada. In particular, the authors 1) work to dispel the concerns and objections of...chevron_right

In this paper, Florence Gaub examines the flaws and failures that have so far impeded a more functional and balanced relationship between civilian and military authorities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Gaub also highlights the importance of security sector reform (SSR) in consolidating the rule of law and, more generally, promoting sustainable systems of governance.chevron_right

This paper’s author explains how his unwillingness to believe that Syria had destroyed its chemical weapon in 2013 has been vindicated by evidence that has come to light in 2016. Needless to say, the author is also no fan of...chevron_right

This paper highlights the results of a study that explores how young Saudis view their country’s foreign and domestic policies. The study’s key findings are as follows: 1) Saudi youth are surprisingly disinterested in foreign affairs relative to domestic matters; 2) support for the country’s Vision 2030...chevron_right

How will an August 2016 data leak about India’s Scorpene class submarines impact its submarine construction programs? Also, is it a coincidence that the leak appeared in the Australian press, given that Canberra recently awarded the same foreign company...chevron_right