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June 15, 2009Is the Group of Eight Obsolete?In a new policy analysis brief for the Stanley Foundation, contributing writer for The New York Times Magazine and director of policy for the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect, James Traub argues that the G-8's status is part of a larger stagnation seen in post-World War II international institutions.
October 14, 2008New Understanding of Security Threats Must Drive Rethink of US Nuclear Weapons PolicyIn a changing security environment, one of the main goals of US strategic policy should be to prevent the use of nuclear weapons, either by state or nonstate actors. Equally true, nuclear weapons in 2008 have no military utility, only political utility. Participants in a Strategy for Peace roundtable discussed how to reduce the political utility of nuclear weapons in a manner that is strategically stable.
October 13, 2008Next US Administration Should Review US Nonproliferation PolicyIn order for the United States to set clear priorities for a consistent and credible nonproliferation regime while reviewing its nuclear posture, participants in a Strategy for Peace roundtable recommended that the next administration immediately undertake a policy review of US nonproliferation policy.
August 7, 2008Journalism Training Course Offered in ChinaThe Reuters Foundation, in collaboration with the Iowa-based Stanley Foundation, is accepting applications from US journalists to participate in an all-expenses-paid journalism training course in Beijing, China, November 10-14.
June 17, 2008Scary Things That Don't Exist: Separating Myth From Reality in Future WMDIn the future anything is possible, but not all things are equally possible. This may be the most important thing to remember when it comes to thinking about future weapons of mass destruction (WMD).
A new Stanley Foundation policy brief examines a few areas where the US government's assessment of future WMD threats— and possible countermeasures—has fallen short.
May 30, 2008Rise and Shine: America Can Prosper in Age of Rising PowersFive hundred years of history tell us that when a dominant power is faced with the rapid rise of another nation, things will not go smoothly. Today, China, India, and even Russia are regaining power across several dimensions.
So what does this mean for America? It’s a question that’s been the subject of intense debate.
April 22, 2008International Nuclear Dialogue Concludes in St. PetersburgExperts from the US, Russia, and elsewhere held lively discussions in St. Petersburg, Russia, over the last two days regarding progress on nuclear weapons arms control and disarmament, strengthening the ongoing cleanup of Cold War nuclear weapon legacies, and more.
February 21, 2008US Policy Options Toward PakistanIn a new policy analysis brief for the Stanley Foundation, Owen Bennett-Jones of the BBC’s World Service argues that given widespread agreement the war on terror is going to last at least 20 years, the United States should think about longer-term policies to stabilize Pakistan.
January 18, 2008Journalism Training Workshop Offered in India The Reuters Foundation, in collaboration with the Iowa-based Stanley Foundation, is accepting applications from US and Indian journalists to participate in an all-expense paid journalism training workshop in Mumbai, India, April 21-25.
December 13, 2007New Reports Examine Middle East Security Two new Stanley Foundation reports examine Middle East security issues facing states in the Gulf and Levant subregions. The Future of Gulf Security report continues the foundation’s multiyear focus on security issues facing this critical subregion. For Levant Security, the foundation spent ten months looking at conflict involving Lebanon and Syria from several different angles.
November 28, 2007New Analysis Examines Nuclear DangersA policy analysis by David Cortright examines nuclear dangers and probes sources of instability that are driving proliferation and continued reliance on nuclear weapons. It traces the evolving political legitimacy and technical feasibility of nuclear weapons abolition, and concludes with suggestions to realize a future free of nuclear weapons.
October 31, 2007US Push for Prompt Global Military Strikes Pose Strategic ConsequencesImproving technology will allow a precise US military strike anywhere on the planet within an hour. A roundtable of experts recommended further analysis and strategic planning of the US prompt global strike concept at the Stanley Foundation’s 48th annual Strategy for Peace Conference.
October 31, 2007Post-Iraq US Democracy Promotion Efforts Require New Multilateral StrategyWhile the Iraq War has hampered American democracy promotion efforts, support for democratic values and human rights will remain a core element of US policy. Roundtable participants at the Stanley Foundation’s Strategy for Peace Conference discussed the range of multilateral tools and less aggressive methods the next US administration has to promote democracy.
October 30, 2007Growing Nuclear Stockpiles Require New Security MeasuresWith the potential for growth in uranium and plutonium stockpiles, new measures will be needed to adequately secure and safeguard fissile material. A roundtable of experts recommended new security measures at the Stanley Foundation’s 48th annual Strategy for Peace conference.
October 23, 2007The UN and Iraq: Moving Forward?In a new policy analysis brief, titled The UN and Iraq: Moving Forward? James Traub offers a series of recommendations for the United Nations and others as the world body steps into the “calamitous deadlock” gripping Iraq.
June 4, 2007Policy Memo on Africa and G-8 Summit Now AvailableThe Stanley Foundation and the Aspen Atlantic Group recently convened an expert workshop in Berlin to discuss the principal obstacles to effective multilateral solutions to the problems on the African agenda-and how the international community can create an Africa that is rising, rather than at risk. A four page policy memo summarizing the discussion and general recommendations is now available.
May 30, 2007Stanley Foundation Launches New Dialogue Examining Asia's Shifting Power DynamicsIn Asia today the world is witnessing a "power transition" on a scope and scale arguably unseen for close to 400 years. To address and better understand these shifting power dynamics, the Stanley Foundation, in collaboration with the Pacific Council on International Policy, is launching a new project on Quadrilateral Strategic Dialogue: China, India, Japan, and the United States in the New Asia.
April 4, 2007Stanley Foundation Announces Journalism Award RecipientsThe Stanley Foundation has selected three journalists to receive Reporting Project journalism awards, which will provide financial assistance for proposed reporting on examples of US-led multilateral efforts to strengthen global security and how those efforts have succeeded or failed.
January 23, 2007Stanley Foundation Launches New Project Examining US-China-Japan RelationsThis new project is aimed at boosting confidence- and security-building measures in the Asia-Pacific region among three dominant powers: China, Japan, and the United States. The continuing security and prosperity of the region is largely contingent on enhanced cooperation among the three countries.
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| Powers and Principles: International Leadership in a Shrinking World |
Authors describe how powerful nations and others could emerge as constructive stakeholders in a strengthened rules-based international order. Learn more and order book |
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| Policy Analysis |
| James Traub discusses the evolution of the G-8 and G-20. Thomas Wright looks at reforming the international order. And Stephen Stedman examines the "league of democracies" concept. See all Policy Analysis Briefs. |
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| India Rising |
The Mumbai attacks were a well-coordinated strike on India's economy, its internationalism, its pluralism, its openness. This radio documentary, hosted by David Brown, takes listeners on a journey around this potential superpower: "India Rising." Learn More |
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Rising Powers A new Stanley Foundation effort takes an in-depth look at the rapidly changing global order and what it means for the United States. Explore "Rising Powers: The New Global Reality." |
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A quarterly publication, Courier provokes thought on world affairs by giving readers insight into issues driving foundation programming. Summer 2009 issue PDF (287 KB) Subscribe for FREE
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Stanley Foundation events, talks, video reports, and segments from our Now Showing event-in-a-box series can now be viewed on YouTube. To receive regular updates on our video posts, please subscribe today. |
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| Talk Security |
Talking About the Connection Between U.S. and Global Security is a messaging guide for spoken and written messages about security. By offering a framework of ideas and suggestions, it allows users to find their own voice and tailor messages. More |
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| Beyond Fear |
New resources designed to encourage public dialogue on US and global security and explore questions about US leadership in today’s uncertain world are now available. |
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| Bridging the Foreign Policy Divide |
Prominent conservative and progressive experts look for common ground in ten key, controversial areas. Learn More
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A new Now Showing event-in-a-box toolkit features Rising Powers: The New Global Reality, a DVD with two segments that explore US leadership in today’s uncertain world. Sign Up |
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think., a monthly e-newsletter for today’s global citizens with articles that motivate. June 2009 issue (12KB) Sign Up |
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