Publications

This paper discusses the water allocation problems that surround the Helmand River and how they are threatening the relationship between Iran and Afghanistan – two drought-plagued countries with substandard water management...chevron_right

This report reviews hydrocarbon-related developments in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, as of mid-July 2016. In particular, it examines 1) the commercial and political dimensions of natural gas extraction in the waters off...chevron_right

Well, what impact has China had on the industrial development of Latin America, particularly in the case of three key economies – Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico? According to this report’s authors, while Chinese engagement has affected all three countries, its impact...chevron_right

This paper reviews the changes currently underway in Brazil's oil and gas sector, which will lead to greater opportunities for exploration and production, improved distribution and logistics capabilities, and more robust power grids. The text's author closes his analysis by recommending additional ways that the country's energy sector might seize this moment in history and prosper.chevron_right

This report examines the threat posed by a resurgent Russia to NATO’s northeast region. More specifically, the text’s authors 1) consider what impact a bellicose Russia could have on Poland’s security, and...chevron_right

Since the 1990s, a number of separatist movements and conflicts have obscured the borders of former Soviet states and created quasi-independent territories that are now under Russian influence or control. This report examines...chevron_right

Given an increasingly assertive Russia and the large number of migrants and refugees crossing the Mediterranean, this paper argues that NATO needs to put greater emphasis on maritime security. To aid the process, the text’s authors spell out the capabilities, resources, and policies an updated maritime strategy should include.chevron_right

This brief highlights the problems that envelop Bahrain. They include 1) the Bahraini government's harsh treatment of Shiite groups, which continue to aggravate sectarian tensions...chevron_right

This paper contends that America’s space security policy does indeed need rebalancing. Yes, establishing norms, rules, and frameworks remains important, but greater emphasis needs to be put on near-term strategic restraints and space-related diplomacy. This expanded approach is necessary, argue the text’s authors, because...chevron_right

Five years after Tunisia’s 2011 revolution, the country’s democratic transition is shaky and the public mood is darkening. In response, this paper recommends different ways that the EU and US might work together to assist Tunisia in achieving stable economic, security, and democratic development. Of particular concern is the need to bolster and reform the nation’s security sector.chevron_right

This brief discusses how the US can best help protect the security of its Eastern European allies in the face of a hegemonic Russia. Instead of permanently basing US forces in the region, as some analysts have suggested, the brief’s author advocates…chevron_right

Since the start of the Ukraine crisis in 2013/2014, the Baltic States have become a collision zone between Russia and the West. In response, the authors of this brief argue that the US and NATO need to...chevron_right

In light of the United Kingdom's upcoming Brexit vote, this paper discusses whether being a member of the EU helped improve the country’s economic performance or not. After a context-providing march through history, the text’s authors conclude that the UK “gained significantly” from participating in Europe’s economic integration and that a Brexit will likely lead to heavy industrial, trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) losses.chevron_right

Robert Hormats believes the United States needs to develop a more effective strategy to cope with the economic disorder that’s spreading across the globe. Here are the six pillars of his recommended approach.chevron_right

This paper analyzes the growing weaknesses of the eleven-year-old energy and diplomatic alliance known as Petrocaribe, which are primarily attributable to Venezuela’s socio-economic collapse. The pape...chevron_right