Publications

This paper explores the possibility of creating a Weapons of Mass Destruction Free Zone (WMDFZ) in the Middle East. The text’s author specifically 1) takes stock of the progress which has already been made towards creating this zone; 2) explains the invigorating effects which...chevron_right

This paper contends that NATO's renewed focus on collective defense requires the organization and its members to sift through the different interpretations of Article 5 of the Washington Treaty and understand...chevron_right

This report explores how Chad and Niger have responded to different crises in the Western and Central Sahel region. While doing so, it also examines the domestic dynamics that shaped the external beha...chevron_right

This briefing updates us on both the status and continued viability of the so-called Islamic State. It concludes that it’s under inordinately heavy pressure but also adapting to it, primarily by honing a more sustained ability to attack its opponents.chevron_right

This briefing contends that using drones to intimidate, avenge and kill one's enemies 1) isn't as clean and cost free as its advocates argue, and 2) complicates the terrain of warfare far beyond its h...chevron_right

In February 2014, the UN issued two reports that documented human rights abuses in North Korea. The reports concluded that 1) the North Korean regime has indeed perpetrated crimes against humanity, and...chevron_right

This publication argues that the latest incarnation of the Abe administration has indeed shifted away from past policies that embraced limited international engagement and a strictly defensive military posture. By adopting this new tack, Tokyo has…chevron_right

How can Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Australia complement the ballistic missile defense strategy the US has in mind for the Asia-Pacific region? What purposes would such a strategy serve, both singly and in tandem with integrated air and missile defenses? Today, Stefan Soesanto weighs in on these questions and others.chevron_right

This report discusses the domestic and foreign policy challenges Myanmar faces as it strives to embrace democratic reforms and reintegrate with Southeast Asia and the world. The text specifically look...chevron_right

The nine articles in this edition of Connections journal focuses on two broad topics. The first five pieces focus on the emerging security challenges posed by advances in sensors, communications, computing, nano- and bio-technologies, along with…chevron_right

Welche Schritte werden unternommen, um die Radikalisierung von Jugendlichen und jungen Erwachsenen in den religiösen Extremismus zu verhindern? Wo kommt eine wirksame Prävention beginnen? Dieser Beric...chevron_right

Die Salafisten-Bewegung in Deutschland verändert sich kontinuierlich. Es gibt verschiedene Trends und eine Vielzahl von Organisationsformen. Die Methoden der Rekrutierung unterscheiden sich nur selten...chevron_right

This report takes stock of the dubious progress Thailand has made in implementing security sector reforms (SSR) since the country’s 2014 military coup. More specifically, the text’s author reviews Thailand’s security sector, its main stakeholders, and how the latter have failed to adopt SSR measures that privilege the rule of law under elected civilian control…chevron_right

This CTTA issue looks at community-based efforts to rehabilitate extremists in Australia, China and Nigeria. In addition to contemplating the effectiveness of local Australian programs, which aren’t necessarily trusted by the country’s Muslim population, the articles explore China’s most recent...chevron_right

This paper discusses how the EU and China have converged and diverged in their approaches toward peace and security. More specifically, the text's authors 1) identify the concrete measures and agreeme...chevron_right