Myanmar/Burma

Latest from USIP on Myanmar/Burma

January 25, 2012 | Publication
On the Road to the Rule of Law in Burma

Colette Rausch writes on the road ahead in Burma and the reforms it will take to make a successful transition from virtual isolation to becoming a full-fledged member of the international community.
January 14, 2012 | In the Field
As Demand for Reform Grows in Burma, the U.S. Opens a Door

USIP's Colette Rausch files a post from Burma at an historic time.
September 26, 2011 | Course
Nonproliferation and Weapons of Mass Destruction: Practice and Challenges

This course provides an in-depth look at the threat posed by the spread of nuclear weapons, current approaches to halting this spread, and ways to correct shortcomings in the current international nonproliferation regime. The course will also examine new ways to strengthen the nuclear control regime, address the challenges of North Korea and Iran, and reduce the threat of nuclear terrorism using simulations, analysis, and group discussions.
December 1, 2010 | Publication
The Go-Between

This volume explores international mediation through the lens of Ambassador Jan Eliasson, an international go-between with a remarkable track record. The authors draw lessons for the peacemaking process from their examination of how Eliasson entered, prepared, pursued, and finally ended his mediation efforts.