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The Chicago summit dealt with a host of international and organizational issues, but the Afghan mission certainly topped the agenda. Countries: Afghanistan
| Issue Areas: Media, Conflict, and Peacebuilding, Political Reform, Rule of Law
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Over the next two days, Egyptians will elect their president for the first time. Cairo is covered in campaign posters and preparations are under way. But many wonder what the election will actually mean. After nearly 18 months of street clashes, political uncertainty and a deteriorating economy, many believe the election will mark the end of a tumultuous transition. "Once the president is elected, he will clean up our streets and take care of the economy", Sharif, a taxi driver, said. "A new Egypt will be born." |
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On May 18th, USIP hosted a public event on "Trauma Resilience as a Keystone to Building the Rule of Law in Conflict-Affected Societies," examining the phenomenon of trauma from the panelists' experiences in post-conflict zones and the ways in which it affects initiatives to promote justice, security, and the rule of law, with a focus on Libya as a case study. Countries: Libya
| Issue Areas: Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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This paper reflects both authors' concern that neglect of the opium economy in coming years could be perilous, exacerbate problems, possibly lead to poorly thought-out knee-jerk reactions and/or simplistic responses which would only worsen the situation, and further damage the prospects for success of what will inevitably be a difficult and challenging process of transition in Afghanistan. Countries: Afghanistan
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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This report describes the efforts of the NATO-led coalition forces in Afghanistan to create an Afghan constabulary force to control urban violence and serve as a counterinsurgency force. |
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There are a variety of contexts in which the empowerment of women in Pakistan can be considered, but none is more critical than law: How women’s legal rights are framed is fundamental to considering how best to advance women’s empowerment. After situating women’s legal rights in Pakistan, this Special Report reviews key features of recent legislation affecting women’s rights, explores the controversies surrounding this legislation, and elaborates on ongoing challenges to develop further legislation, particularly in light of opposition from Islamist groups. |
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USIP’s Steven Heydemann looks ahead to Syria’s parliamentary elections scheduled for May 7. Countries: Syria
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Political Reform, Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law
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Colette Rausch, USIP's Director of Rule of Law Center blogs on the Charles Taylor conviction for war crimes and crimes against humanity and her mixed feelings open up the promise "transitional justice." Countries: Liberia
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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Policymakers and experts consider how to advance U.S.-Burmese relations during this fragile period of transition in the Southeast Asian nation. Countries: Myanmar/Burma
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Mediation and Facilitation, Negotiation and Diplomacy, Political Reform, Rule of Law
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One week after the first United Nation monitors arrived in Syria to oversee implementation of the peace plan negotiated by U.N. Special Envoy Kofi Annan, conditions on the ground have already made it irrelevant. What remains to be seen is how long it will take for the international community to acknowledge its failure and press ahead with its collective efforts to bring about a democratic transition in Syria. |
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The Chicago summit dealt with a host of international and organizational issues, but the Afghan mission certainly topped the agenda. Countries: Afghanistan
| Issue Areas: Media, Conflict, and Peacebuilding, Political Reform, Rule of Law
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Over the next two days, Egyptians will elect their president for the first time. Cairo is covered in campaign posters and preparations are under way. But many wonder what the election will actually mean. After nearly 18 months of street clashes, political uncertainty and a deteriorating economy, many believe the election will mark the end of a tumultuous transition. "Once the president is elected, he will clean up our streets and take care of the economy", Sharif, a taxi driver, said. "A new Egypt will be born." |
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On May 18th, USIP hosted a public event on "Trauma Resilience as a Keystone to Building the Rule of Law in Conflict-Affected Societies," examining the phenomenon of trauma from the panelists' experiences in post-conflict zones and the ways in which it affects initiatives to promote justice, security, and the rule of law, with a focus on Libya as a case study. Countries: Libya
| Issue Areas: Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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This paper reflects both authors' concern that neglect of the opium economy in coming years could be perilous, exacerbate problems, possibly lead to poorly thought-out knee-jerk reactions and/or simplistic responses which would only worsen the situation, and further damage the prospects for success of what will inevitably be a difficult and challenging process of transition in Afghanistan. Countries: Afghanistan
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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This report describes the efforts of the NATO-led coalition forces in Afghanistan to create an Afghan constabulary force to control urban violence and serve as a counterinsurgency force. |
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There are a variety of contexts in which the empowerment of women in Pakistan can be considered, but none is more critical than law: How women’s legal rights are framed is fundamental to considering how best to advance women’s empowerment. After situating women’s legal rights in Pakistan, this Special Report reviews key features of recent legislation affecting women’s rights, explores the controversies surrounding this legislation, and elaborates on ongoing challenges to develop further legislation, particularly in light of opposition from Islamist groups. |
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USIP’s Steven Heydemann looks ahead to Syria’s parliamentary elections scheduled for May 7. Countries: Syria
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Political Reform, Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law
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Colette Rausch, USIP's Director of Rule of Law Center blogs on the Charles Taylor conviction for war crimes and crimes against humanity and her mixed feelings open up the promise "transitional justice." Countries: Liberia
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Post-Conflict and Peacekeeping Activities, Rule of Law, Security Sector Reform/Governance
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Policymakers and experts consider how to advance U.S.-Burmese relations during this fragile period of transition in the Southeast Asian nation. Countries: Myanmar/Burma
| Issue Areas: Conflict Analysis and Prevention, Mediation and Facilitation, Negotiation and Diplomacy, Political Reform, Rule of Law
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One week after the first United Nation monitors arrived in Syria to oversee implementation of the peace plan negotiated by U.N. Special Envoy Kofi Annan, conditions on the ground have already made it irrelevant. What remains to be seen is how long it will take for the international community to acknowledge its failure and press ahead with its collective efforts to bring about a democratic transition in Syria. |