Publications

This bulletin looks at the impact of China’s investments in Sri Lanka, which include assorted loans and the sale of the port in Hambantota to a Chinese firm. The bulletin’s author ultimately concludes that the investments aren’t boosting the local economy because...chevron_right

This paper summarizes the current status of Spain’s economy, with a particular emphasis on its growing export trade. To sustain and expand the trade’s momentum, Madrid needs to further promote the fortunes of small- and medium-sized Spanish businesses.chevron_right

So, where do Iran’s political factions stand on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) agreement one year after its implementation? President Rouhani continues to back the deal, which he believes opened the economy to foreign investment, increased...chevron_right

Following an era of peaceful coordination under President Obama, this bulletin explores how the US and India should continue to create a positive bilateral relationship under the new Trump Administration. Despite some prevailing differences, the text argues...chevron_right

This commentary looks at the so-called Islamic State’s recent practice of crowdsourcing local attacks in order to make up for its growing losses in the Middle East. By encouraging those who operate in radical milieus to incite violence on its behalf, the group has...chevron_right

This text discusses both the opportunities and risks the new American administration poses to the Gulf States. While the latter are hoping the US will adopt a tougher stance against Iran and focus less on the human rights abuses within their own countries, they also fear that...chevron_right

This edition of Conflict Trends magazine focuses on the security and governmental challenges faced by African states. Its articles specifically deal with 1) the impact of electoral mediation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Lesotho and...chevron_right

In this report, Steven Blockmans and Sophia Russack provide concrete recommendations on how the EU should reform its internal affairs and thereby ensure that it is worthy of the continued support of its members. The proposals specifically focus on security and justice issues, socio-economic measures, and monetary policy.chevron_right

This backgrounder reviews how the Chinese government regulates the country’s media, to include the degree it permits freedom of the press. The text’s authors particularly look at 1) the bodies and methods the Chinese government employs to monitor, censor and...chevron_right

This analysis discusses President Trump’s supply-side energy policy proposals and speculates on their potential impact on renewable energy programs and the ‘low carbon transition’. The text’s author ultimately cautions that while the direct effects of Trump’s proposals may...chevron_right

This paper explores the uncertain political future of post-ISIS Iraq. Given the probability that the so-called Islamic State’s defeat will lead to new conflicts between armed interest groups struggling for power, the text’s author urges the US to...chevron_right

This brief discusses the growing economic, political and security ties between India and the UAE, which have been formalized in a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) agreement. However, there are still some barriers to overcome, including...chevron_right

This paper briefly reviews the history of US foreign policy since World War II, the key schools of thought that shaped it, and Washington’s consequent role on the world stage. It also looks at where US policy might be headed under...chevron_right

This monograph highlights how illicit arms are being brokered in 12 countries across Southern Africa, ranging from Angola to Zimbabwe. Given that these transactions are creating significant legal and governance problems for the region, the text's authors contend that...chevron_right

This bulletin probes the legal and diplomatic implications of President Trump’s proposal to relocate the US Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. It concludes that the policy reversal would most probably launch a new period of regional instability and...chevron_right