Publications

This paper analyzes the experiences and coping strategies of returning refugees in South Sudan. The problems they face are indeed familiar ones – i.e., a lack of food and water, physical security, education and jobs. Additionally, the “sustainability of return” largely depends on...chevron_right

In the case of the Asia-Pacific region, this paper discusses whether the strategic outlooks of the US and its European allies coincide, particularly when it comes to their threat perceptions and general expectations. The paper’s authors also...chevron_right

This paper suggests a number of policies that the incoming US presidential administration could implement in order to meet the country’s energy priorities and establish a framework for further measures in the future. The recommendations include the following: 1) prioritize the modernization of...chevron_right

This paper highlights the findings of a conference that brought together 25 Korea experts to formulate an information-based strategy that ideally will de-escalate potential crises between the US and North Korea. The text’s primary argument is that...chevron_right

This paper argues that the availability of regional economic resources is crucial to understanding the success and failure of democratic secessionist movements. To illustrate their point, the authors examine how oil discoveries off the Scottish coast impacted...chevron_right

This analysis mulls over the impact the UK’s withdrawal from the EU may have on the latter’s energy and climate policies. The text’s authors 1) worry that the policy readjustments Brussels must make will delay crucial legislative decisions, and...chevron_right

This paper 1) examines the tasks Germany’s Federal Police, state police forces, and the Bundeswehr (armed forces) performed during the country’s 2015 migration crisis, and 2) then contemplates how Switzerland would deal with a similar problem. The Swiss...chevron_right

This report summarizes the results of the "Spiez CONVERGERNCE 2016" workshop, where the participants focused on ‘hot-science’ topics that are of possible relevance to both the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). The topics covered include...chevron_right

Die Ausgabe 2016 des CSS-Jahrbuchs "Bulletin zur schweizerischen Sicherheitspolitik" enthält Kapitel über die Aufwertung der sicherheitspolitischen Beiträge der Schweizer Aussenpolitik, das Schweizer Engagement in Bosnien Zeit 1996, die Polizeiausbildung in der...chevron_right

This paper reviews the political and economic situation in Georgia prior to the country’s October 2016 parliamentary elections. It concludes that 1) economic problems, especially unemployment and the cost of living, dominate the...chevron_right

This report explores the factors that are likely to shape Kazakhstan’s socio-economic development over the next 25 years. While doing so, it also reviews 1) the country’s economic performance and political evolution since...chevron_right

This paper discusses the five "off the shelf" models which the UK could adopt in its post-Brexit trade relationship with the EU. The options include 1) the World Trade Organization (WTO) model; 2) the European Economic Area approach, as illustrated by...chevron_right

This paper highlights the continuing struggles of Canada’s indigenous peoples to be included in the crafting of international law agreements. While the Crown has a legal duty to consult aboriginal peoples when undertaking an action that may affect their rights or titles, in most cases...chevron_right

This paper contemplates the potential impact the fossil fuel divestment movement could have on Canada’s oil, coal, and natural gas industries. Interestingly enough, the movement is now being primarily motivated by economic concerns which...chevron_right

This paper looks at the implementation obstacles to the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and the EU. The barriers 1) revolve around standards, rules, regulations and procedures, and 2) involve heavy transaction costs for...chevron_right