Publications

This text briefly reviews how China and Bangladesh have constructed a strategic partnership with one another ever since the latter’s independence in 1971. Unsurprisingly, the partnership is largely due to the national self-interests of both countries, but it has also been...chevron_right

This paper 1) describes how Mesopotamia is unraveling following the collapse of Ba’athist Iraq and the onslaught of ISIS; 2) examines how Israel has historically played on Iraq’s internal divisions; and 3) contemplates how through their past...chevron_right

This paper evaluates the effectiveness of official development aid (ODA) as a way to mitigate the problems associated with mass migration. While ODA has emerged as a key EU response to the inflow of refugees from Syria, the text’s...chevron_right

This commentary analyzes the regional maritime security threats posed by kidnappers and extortionists who are operating in the Sulu Sea. Given the region’s long-standing lawlessness, the text’s author 1) criticizes local states for...chevron_right

This AJCR Issue examines the role of constructive dialogue in post-conflict environments. The featured articles look at 1) the efficacy of top-down approaches to social coexistence and community building in Zimbabwe; 2) the importance of healing through storytelling for...chevron_right

OK, so how should you further try to democratize the Middle East? This brief suggests you 1) agitate for political liberalization, both officially and via public pressure; 2) emphasize political party building; and 3) set flexible goals.chevron_right

This text argues the above fight is indeed being lost because Libya’s UN-backed government, which is unable to provide basic stability for its own people, has few resources to assist Europe and its limited migration agenda.chevron_right

The analysis explores how the violence in Iraq/Syria is threatening Turkey and Iran’s traditionally peaceful management of their Middle East rivalry, primarily because of their colliding interests. To rebuild trust and avert...chevron_right

According to this brief, Philippine President Duterte does not hate the US and will not join China in an anti-American bloc. Rather, the president’s recent pronouncements reflect the changing values in...chevron_right

This report summarizes the results of a November 2016 workshop on STCs in the Asia-Pacific region. It specifically focuses on 1) intangible technology transfers; 2) mechanisms that enhance the enforcement of STCs; 3) the prerequisites associated with...chevron_right

This commentary examines the emerging global discourse on the use of 'smart' CCTVs to ensure homeland security. Given the recent proliferation of terrorist attacks, countries such as Germany and the US have announced plans to enhance their CCTV capacities at...chevron_right

In keeping with the above theme, the four articles in this issue of the CAD focus on 1) the link between state fiscal resources and HCD in Azerbaijan during the “peak oil” period of 2005-2014; 2) the key impediments to greater educational quality in the country; 3) the possible role oil wealth has played in sustaining patriarchal norms in Azeri society; and 4) the HCD contributions made by foreign oil companies in Azerbaijan, particularly BP.chevron_right

This text traces China’s geopolitical interactions with South Asia in the maritime domain, particularly in three sub-theaters – 1) the Bay of Bengal; 2) Sri Lanka’s area of interests in the Indian Ocean; and 3) Pakistan’s territorial waters in...chevron_right

This briefing 1) assesses the US-led coalition’s air war in Iraq and Syria against the so-called Islamic State; 2) details how the ad hoc operations work; 3) gauges the transparency and accountability of...chevron_right

The three articles in this edition of the Russian Analytical Digest focus on 1) the future prospects for US-Russia relations, particularly given President-elect Trump’s temperament and his lack of foreign policy experience; 2) the Kremlin’s latest policy toward the US, which takes into account Trump’s promises “to get along with Russia”; and 3) Moscow’s attempt to undermine the legitimacy of American democracy during the Trump-Clinton presidential race.chevron_right