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Published in: HomeBrazil's "southern effect" in fragile countriesGlobal preoccupation with fragile environments is on the rise. Can south-south and triangular co-operation help?...
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Published in: HomePeacebuilding in Burundi: how peace transitions can work
International Alert supports a series of small post-conflict initiatives in Burundi. And some of the values that...
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Published in: openDemocracyUKA rebellious Parliament, but not a democratic one
The current UK Parliament is one of the most rebellious in history - but this isn't a sign of democratic health.
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Published in: openSecurityVice-president's veto leaves Iraqi election law in disarray
Iraqi vice-president’s veto threatens Iraqi elections. Seven out of ten Afghans blame poverty and corruption for...
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Published in: openDemocracyUKGrading Gordon on the Queen's Speech
The Queen's Speech offered Brown what will likely be his last chance to deliver on the new politics he has...
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Published in: HomeEast Germany, twenty years on
Twenty years after reunification, democracy in eastern Germany is still far from solid
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Published in: openSecurityKarzai launches Afghan anti-corruption force
Afghan government reveals new unit to tackle corruption. UN inspectors warn of more hidden nuclear sites in Iran....
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Published in: oDRTreat Ukraine as a European Democracy
Ukraine faces considerable economic challenges, but democracy is becoming stronger. The upcoming presidential...
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Published in: openSecurityIran warned time running out for negotiated nuclear settlement
Iran faces mounting international pressure on nuclear issue. UN considering withdrawal from Congo. Militants bombard...
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Published in: openSecurityThe twilight of the middle east peace process
The promise of a reinvigorated peace process in the middle east which accompanied Barack Obama to power is likely to...
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Published in: openSecurityUS ambassador's opposition to troop increases in Afghanistan revealed
The US Ambassador to Kabul cables the Whitehouse expressing his reservations about troop increases. President Obama...
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Published in: openDemocracyUKQuangos – still undemocratic after all
An important new report on Quangos in the UK finds that they still lack basic transparency and accountability
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Published in: openDemocracyUKThe Unspoken Constitution 2.0
A satirical document spoofing the UK's antiquated constitution is now open to online editing and additions.
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Published in: openSecurityUN sanctions in Iran's post-election era
The post-election crisis in Iran has revolutionised the potential for international pressure and civil action to...
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Published in: HomeThe climate peril: a race against time
The latest climate-modelling projections underline the potentially catastrophic impact of global warming. The...
