Publications
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The Taliban's Winning Strategy in Afghanistan
The Taliban have developed a coherent leadership, sophisticated propaganda operation, and national reach that have put the International Coalition on the defensive, marginalized the local Afghan government, and given the Taliban control of the South and East. Gilles Dorronsoro explains that the Coalition should prioritize securing Kabul and the North where the Taliban are still weak but making alarming progress.
More on Afghanistan:
Obama's Afghanistan Policy
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Coordinating Responses to the Global Economic Crisis
During the April G20 meeting, the United States, China, and the EU sidestepped reaching a consensus on the root causes of the economic crisis. Michael Pettis warns in a new policy brief that until the major powers can agree on why the crisis started they will not be able to effectively coordinate policies to promote recovery, and the world economy will likely get worse before it gets better.
Additional Resources:
The International Economic Bulletin
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Abolishing Nuclear Weapons: A Debate
A distinguished group of experts from thirteen countries explore how to overcome obstacles to nuclear disarmament and pose questions that require further official and nongovernmental deliberation.
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Nuclear Energy: Rebirth or Resuscitation?
International expectations for nuclear energy have grown dramatically. Scores of nations are now considering nuclear power to improve their energy security and reduce their carbon emissions. But Sharon Squassoni explains that nuclear energy is a costly detour if the goals are to mitigate climate change or reduce dependence on foreign oil.
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Brazil’s Trade Challenges
After eight years of strong growth, Brazil has emerged as a key player in global trade negotiations. A Doha trade agreement or a major trade pact with other developing countries, including China, would provide a small boost to Brazil’s economy, according to a new report from the Carnegie Endowment, the International Labour Office, and the UN Development Program.
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Reasserting Civilian Control in Pakistan
Pakistan’s new and fragile government must reform the country’s intelligence agencies to counter their influence on civil society and politics. A new report explains that with patience, resolve, and assistance from the international community, Pakistan’s government can successfully reassert civilian control over the intelligence community.
More on Pakistan:
Engaging Pakistan—Getting the Balance Right
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Palestine and Israel: Time for Plan B
Negotiations over a two-state solution to resolve the Israeli–Palestinian conflict have reached a dead end. Nathan Brown explains that while an immediate and comprehensive solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict is unattainable for now, international efforts should focus on a short-term cease-fire between Israel and Hamas that can pave the way for a sustainable armistice.
Featured Publication
Foreign Policy for the Next President
Next January, the new U.S. President will be confronted with the longest list of severe challenges any president has faced in decades. Carnegie experts separate good ideas from dead ends and go beyond widely agreed goals to describe how to achieve them.
Focus and Exit: An Alternative Strategy for the Afghan War
Gilles Dorronsoro explains the West should adopt a new strategy to protect strategic sites and develop strong Afghan institutions.
Sharing the Burden in the Middle East
Marina Ottaway explains that Obama should break from traditional U.S. posture and support peace initiatives originating with Arab countries.
Thinking Strategically About Russia
Dmitri Trenin explains that President-elect Obama needs a comprehensive approach to Russia based on a shared vision of European security.
Syrian–Israeli Peace
Paul Salem explains that the incoming administration should use a balance of pressure, incentives, and robust diplomacy to make the agreement a reality.