Publications

As this bulletin sees it, the Czech Republic values the Visegrad Group for two reasons – as a platform to build regional economic ties and as an ad hoc political alliance. In Prague’s eyes, however, the Group doesn’t take precedence over…chevron_right

Following Singapore’s decent performance in the Global Terrorism Index, this commentary examines what multifaceted and comprehensive counterterrorism measures the country should pursue next. According to the text’s author, cyber-security should be near the top of the list.chevron_right

What might happen it it’s confirmed that Russia conducted a cyber-attack to influence the outcome of the 2016 American presidential election? Would the US respond by launching a disinformation campaign to influence the upcoming Russian presidential race? This article speculates on these questions and more.chevron_right

This text contemplates what impact the incoming Trump administration’s climate policies might have on the implementation of the 2015 Paris Agreement and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.chevron_right

Given the fraught security climate in and around Europe, the looming Brexit, and the unpredictability injected into US foreign policy by the election of Donald Trump, the European Council recently endorsed a “winter package” to strengthen the EU’s...chevron_right

As this ICG report makes abundantly clear, Venezuela continues to spiral downwards. A collapsing health care system, sky-rocketing inflation and crippling state control are just some of the reasons behind the country’s unprecedented troubles. Yes, troubles that won’t be resolved unless the Chavista government and its opponents accept externally mediated negotiations to restore responsible democratic governance.chevron_right

Is erecting a border fence between Mexico and the US a plausible response to the sense of insecurity that has become pervasive in otherwise secure American communities? What about the border problems afflicting Israel and between Kenya and Somalia? The author of this text...chevron_right

This text first analyzes the constraints presently faced by the internationally recognized Government of National Accord (GNA), which continues to be Libya’s highly circumscribed transitional government. It then proposes ways to reestablish...chevron_right

This brief assesses the Pakistan-sponsored terrorist attacks that have taken place over the last three years in Jammu and Kashmir. It specifically looks at the casualties experienced by security forces and civilians alike, and explores...chevron_right

This report examines the growth of organized violent resistance in the Muslim-majority parts of Myanmar’s Rakhine State. The report’s authors specifically examine 1) the new group perpetrating the violence, including its objectives and...chevron_right

This article analyzes the possible impact the Trump administration’s economic program might have on Germany’s interests. If the program does indeed combine extensive infrastructure investments, tax cuts and protectionist policies together, it would...chevron_right

This commentary argues that President-elect Donald Trump’s promise to stabilize the Middle East through strategic bilateral partnerships is unlikely to fare any better than similar attempts made by previous US administrations. With all-too-familiar problems...chevron_right

This paper examines 1) China’s maritime strategy in the Western Pacific, with a particular emphasis on its military construction projects in the South China Sea, and 2) the timid and ineffectual responses to these moves by...chevron_right

This publication surveys Moldova’s 25 years of independence from the USSR and highlights the pressing problems which Moldovans still face. The latter include 1) the question of national identity; 2) the country’s imperfect political system and party system; 3) assorted...chevron_right

This bulletin outlines 1) the converging regional interests between the Philippines and Australia; 2) Canberra’s pursuit of closer ties with Manila; and 3) President Duterte’s impact on the relations between the two countries. The text’s...chevron_right