Publications
Articles, publications, books, tools and multimedia features from the U.S. Institute of Peace provide the latest news, analysis, research findings, practitioner guides and reports, all related to the conflict zones and issues that are at the center of the Institute’s work to prevent and reduce violent conflict.
USIP's Kabul Office Holds Roundtable with Sen. Kerry on Elections, Security
USIP's Kabul Office recently hosted a roundtable meeting for Senator Kerry (D-Mass), accompanied by Ambassador James Cunningham from the U.S. embassy, with representatives of Afghan political parties and civil society. The discussion included the ongoing security transition, the recently agreed upon Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) between the Afghan and U.S. governments, and the 2014 Afghan presidential elections.
U.S., Nigeria Sign Communique on Bilateral Cooperation at USIP
The signing took place on June 5, 2012, at the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP), with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Bill Burns representing the United States and Permanent Secretary Martin Uhomoibhi, a senior Foreign Ministry official, representing Nigeria. It capped a two-day meeting of the U.S.-Nigeria Binational Commission held at USIP.
USIP's Solomon Commemorates Flag Day, Honors Ambassador Chan Heng Chee
U.S. Institute of Peace President Richard H. Solomon spoke at a special event at USIP on June 14 in recognition of National Flag day and to pay tribute to the diplomatic service of the ambassador of Singapore, Chan Heng Chee, who served in Washington, DC for 16 years. Solomon was joined by former USIP Executive Vice President Tara Sonenshine, now serving as Undersecretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs.
Egypt, Elections and the Fate of the Transition
Daniel Brumberg of the U.S. Institute of Peace examines important developments in Egypt’s transition.
Making Sense of Iran’s Complex Political Changes
A group of Iran analysts previewed their latest research findings in a discussion at the U.S. Institute of Peace co-sponsored by the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars on June 27, 2012. Drawn from USIP’s Iran Internal Politics Study Group, six scholars looked at the recent dramatic changes in Iran’s political system and offered their take on what these changes mean for the country, its reform movement, and the United States.
Panetta Outlines Partnership Plan at USIP
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta outlined a bold plan at the United States Institute of Peace to build the capacity of other countries and thereby reduce the strains on the U.S. when it comes to solving the world’s security problems.
Burma Dialogue Involving USIP, Partners to Continue
As part of an ongoing Track II-style dialogue, the Asia Society and USIP co-hosted a roundtable in late June that brought together representatives of the Myanmar Development Resources Institute (MDRI), senior advisers to Burmese president Thein Sein, and U.S. experts to discuss the political transition away from authoritarianism in Burma.
USIP Marks South Sudan Independence with Anniversary Event
The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) examines the progress to date made by the world's newest sovereign nation as well as the major challenges it faces in internal security, tense relations with Sudan, development and establishing effective democratic governance with respect for freedoms.
U.S. Advisers Play Vital Roles—and Need Better Preparation
USIP's Nadia Gerspacher explains why U.S. and other NATO advisers are so important in places like Afghanistan and how we can make sure they’re ready to hit the ground running.
Political Upheaval in Israel
USIP’s Lucy Kurtzer-Ellenbogen provides an update on the recent political upheaval in Israel and how that may impact the prospects for peace in the Middle East.