Publications

This report examines the often underappreciated influence “positive peace” has in creating environments that maximize human potential. After taking into account IEP’s Positive Peace Index rankings and the regional and global trends identified in the Global Peace Index, the report goes on to identify the pillars of positive peace, which include 1) a well-functioning government; 2) a sound business environment; 3) an equitable distribution of resources, and more.chevron_right

This article explores the efforts by the East African Community (EAC) to stabilize Burundi since the 2014 crisis precipitated by President Pierre Nkurunziza’s desire for a third term in office. The text’s author ultimately concludes...chevron_right

This report examines Togo’s struggles to secure its coastline and prevent acts of piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. More specifically, the text’s authors focus on various aspects of coastal control (piracy, the fisheries sector, ships registry, port security, etc.) and conclude that...chevron_right

This policy brief discusses the status of witness protection programs in African countries and the problems they face. Yes, the importance of these programs is widely understood, but their implementation at the national and intergovernmental levels remains weak because...chevron_right

In this report, former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd takes stock of the UN and what the organization should do to adapt itself to the demands of the 21st century. Rudd’s core argument is that 1) the UN isn’t broken yet, but it is in trouble; 2) despite its troubles, the institution still...chevron_right

This paper looks at the state of Turkey-Africa relations and argues that Ankara’s foreign and development policy towards the continent has changed at the ideational, societal and institutional levels. Indeed, what was once a policy with...chevron_right

This paper reviews the status of Syrian refugees in Turkey. Since they’re not going home anytime soon, the text’s authors argue, it’s time for Ankara to figure out how it’s going to provide its guests with better settlement and integration opportunities. That’s not going to be easy...chevron_right

This issue of the Monitor looks at the concerns surrounding the September 2016 G20 Leaders’ Summit in China and the 2017 German G20 Presidency. The topics discussed include 1) the global trade slowdown; 2) what the G20 can do to help set cyber rules; 3) global migration and health governance; and...chevron_right

This analysis argues that the international protection regime is failing refugees and states alike, and that Australia has a responsibility to address the problem by helping to reform the regime. More specifically, the text’s author argues that Canberra should...chevron_right

This brief explains why David Cameron lost the EU referendum battle and highlights the large-scale challenges his successor, Theresa May, now faces in implementing the UK’s Brexit decision. The problems include 1) Scotland and Northern Ireland...chevron_right

After the peace agreement in Colombia, will localized violence still continue in the country and, if it occurs, what humanitarian problems might arise? This report focuses on the parts of the country where violence could develop and highlights...chevron_right

If you want to deter elite-level corruption, argue Francesca Jensenius and Abby Wood, you’ll inevitably have to answer two culturally determined questions. First, how probable do elites think it is that they’ll be punished if they’re caught performing a criminal act? Second, how much impunity from the rule of law do privileged people think they’re entitled to? One way to answer these questions is to look at diplomats and parking tickets.chevron_right

This CCTA issue takes stock of the ongoing terrorist violence in the Middle East. The feature articles focus on 1) the expanding Wilayats (territorial claims) system of the so-called Islamic State and its possible impact on global security; 2) the roles of...chevron_right

In this report, Roy Isbister and Elizabeth Kirkham specify what national-level assessments of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) should involve, including the make-up of the assessment team and the tasks it has to perform. The latter should consist of developing and drafting Memoranda of Understanding, creating Country Situation Reports, conducting scoping and assessment exercises, and writing a final National Assessment Report.chevron_right

This brief focuses on how to strengthen the fight against the illegal wildlife trade by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora's (CITES). The text’s author specifically discusses 1) the existing framework under which...chevron_right