Publications

This report explores the process and outcome of Afghanistan’s 2014 presidential election and details how the development of democracy in the country is obstructed by several factors. In particular, th...chevron_right

This report discusses the key elements of Myanmar’s ongoing transition from authoritarian to democratic rule. They include the personalities of the country's political leaders, the ongoing decay of mi...chevron_right

This paper looks at the role Libyan media has played in shaping and reinforcing popular opinions of security actors in the country and helping them build their constituencies. To do this, the authors ...chevron_right

This paper discusses the ongoing Iran-P5+1 nuclear negotiations following the release of a Joint Statement on the parameters of a Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) for an agreement, released ...chevron_right

This paper contends that due to the Russian government's manipulation of mass public opinion to buttress its own political power under President Vladimir Putin, the time has come to end diplomatic eup...chevron_right

This paper discusses whether the surge in Chinese funding for medical research will lead the country's pharmaceutical industry to be the next game changer for global public health and access to medici...chevron_right

This paper discusses the state of defense cooperation between the UK and Japan three years on from a 2012 memorandum on such cooperation and how global geopolitical developments -- such as the rise of...chevron_right

This paper examines the relationship between social cohesion and other social indicators as well as macro-economic indicators in the EU. The authors also examine the impact of the eurozone financial c...chevron_right

This paper discusses the possibility of Saudi Arabia creating a Sunni alliance with Egypt and Turkey in order to counter the perceived threat posed by Iran's influence and growing nuclear capabilities...chevron_right

This commentary discusses the strategic shifts and realignment of alliances being undertaken by the Gulf states due to their concerns about the continued reliability of the US as the region’s ultimate...chevron_right

This commentary discusses Malaysia’s introduction of the 2015 Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) to deal with the threat posed by terrorist groups as well as foreign fighters returning from transnatio...chevron_right

This brief explores China’s relationship with South Sudan. At present, Beijing's approach is dominated by a reactive, short-term focus on conflict resolution. With time, however, it could embrace long...chevron_right

Are women underrepresented in Georgia’s political system? Has Azerbaijan been successful in increasing their participation in government? The answer to these questions and more can be found in the latest edition of the CSS’ Caucasus Analytical Digest.chevron_right

This paper provides an overview of the results and implications of the March 2015 Knesset elections in Israel. In particular, the author discusses 1) the background to the election; 2) the results an...chevron_right

This brief warns that fueled by Saudi-Iranian rivalry and a violent jihadi upsurge, fighting in Yemen is fragmenting the country and could spread beyond its borders if the involved parties – the Huthi...chevron_right