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December 9, 2011USIP President Examines U.S.-China Relations

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Henry Kissinger’s secret trip to China. This unique diplomatic initiative began the process of normalizing America’s relations with the People’s Republic of China (PRC). On November 15, Solomon delivered this year’s Holdridge Memorial Lecture in an event at the Institute.
October 11, 2011USIP Names Acting Senior Vice President

The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has appointed Dr. Abiodun Williams as acting senior vice president of its Center for Conflict Management (CCM).  Williams will lead USIP’s work in major conflict zones such as Afghanistan, Iraq, Pakistan, the Middle East and North Africa.
October 1, 2011USIP Publishes New Book "International Mediation in Venezuela"

In a new volume, “International Mediation in Venezuela” from the United States Institute of Peace, authors Jennifer McCoy and Francisco Diez analyze the two-year effort of the Carter Center and the international community to prevent violent conflict and preserve democratic processes in Venezuela between 2002 and 2004.
September 16, 2011In Memoriam: Sen. Malcolm Wallop

U.S. Institute of Peace is  saddened to learn of the passing of Malcolm Wallop, former U.S. senator from Wyoming.

August 22, 2011 USIP Expert in Libya, Available for Comment

Experts from the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) are available for comment and analysis of the rapidly changing conditions in Libya. Manal Omar, USIP’s director of Iraq, Iran, and North Africa programs, is traveling in Libya and is available for comment.
May 23, 2011USIP Experts Comment on Situation in Disputed Sudan Province Abyei

Experts from the United States Institute of Peace are closely following the developing situation in Sudan. Over the weekend, reports emerged that North Sudan forces took control of the disputed, oil-rich Abyei province in advance of South Sudan's succession.
March 22, 2011Effective U.S.-Pakistan Negotiations Crucial to South Asian Peace

As the United States begins planning a withdrawal in Afghanistan, Pakistan’s support is pivotal for U.S. security interests. Thus far, the goals of the two countries have remained divergent and it will require skillful and persistent negotiations to ensure Pakistan’s support. How Pakistan Negotiates with the United States: Riding the Roller Coaster, a new volume published by the United States Institute of Peace, analyzes the themes, techniques, and styles that have characterized Pakistani negotiations with American civilian and military officials since Pakistan’s independence and offers concrete lessons and advice on how to effectively negotiate in the future.
November 10, 2010USIP Book Examines How Mediators Mediate

The United States Institute of Peace Press announces the publication of “The Go-Between: Jan Eliasson and the Styles of Mediation,” a new book exploring international mediation through the lens of Ambassador Jan Eliasson, an international mediator with a remarkable track record.
September 14, 1999Kosovar Albanian Leaders Agree on Declaration of Cooperation

Statement on recent Institute facilitated dialogue released.