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Foreign Policy

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:23:32 GMT

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The European Union’s Eastern Partnership, Energy Security and U.S.-EU Cooperation

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:30:00 GMT

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November 02, 2009, 1:30 PM to 5:45 PM

On November 2, the Center on United States and Europe and the Energy Security Initiative at Brookings co-hosted a conference on the European Union’s Eastern Partnership with the Embassy of Poland, the Delegation of the European Commission, the Embassy of Sweden and the Heinrich Boll Foundation. The Frontiers of Europe conference discussed the Eastern Partnership’s potential—and the challenges it will face—in achieving its stated goals of promoting democratic values and good governance; strengthening energy security; and fostering stability and economic development.

Europe 2030

Fri, 01 May 2009 12:00:00 GMT

In Europe 2030 a group of distinguished authors look ahead and deliver their predictions on what Europe will look like twenty years from now. With great insight and drawing on deep reservoirs of experience, they illuminate the European Union's current strengths and weaknesses by imagining its future development.

Engaging Ukraine

Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:00:00 GMT

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March 17, 2009, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

On March 17, the Center on the United States and Europe (CUSE) hosted experts Steven Pifer, Anders Aslund and Jonathan Elkind for a discussion of their new Brookings policy paper, Engaging Ukraine in 2009. They also discussed the challenges facing Ukraine and offered recommendations to the Obama administration.

Crisis in Eastern Europe: Manageable – But Needs to Be Managed

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In a new opinion article, Erik Berglöf makes recommendations to EU leaders on how to stave off a further deepening of the financial crisis in the emerging economies of Eastern Europe, addressing capital demands and the role of banks.

The Russia-Ukraine Natural Gas Battle

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Following a dispute between Russia and Ukraine, Gazprom halted natural gas shipments through Ukraine, prompting shortages across Europe and growing calls of alarm. In an interview on the Diane Rehm Show, Clifford Gaddy discusses the essence of this dispute and the risks for Russia’s reputation.

Frontiers of Europe

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:00:00 GMT

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December 16, 2008, 9:00 AM to 6:00:00 PM
December 17, 2008, 9:00 AM to 1:45 PM

On December 16-17, 2008, the Brookings Center on the United States and Europe, Yalta European Strategy and the Victor Pinchuk Foundation hosted a high-level conference in Kyiv, Ukraine as part of the “Frontiers of Europe” project.

War in Georgia—End of an Era, Beginning a New Cold War?

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

With violence erupting between Georgia and Russia, Johannes Linn analyzes the serious dilemmas confronting both countries and their citizens as well as the consequences for the global community. Linn examines the reemergence of a cold-war mentality, calls for a swift halt of Russia’s military actions and provides recommendations for the world’s response to the conflict.

Ireland's Rejection of the Lisbon Treaty

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Following the rejection of the Lisbon Treaty by Irish voters, Federiga Bindi believes the process should continue on as planned rather than sacking or changing the treaty. Bindi remarks that membership in the European Union is not obligatory and notes Ireland can still co-exist happily without destroying hopes for further integration across the continent.

U.S.-Europe Relations: What Role for NATO?

Fri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Ivo Daalder joins The Economist to speak about the evolving nature of NATO. The diffusion of American power and how the organization needs to handle the Kremlin are among several topics discussed.

What’s Wrong With the European Union and How to Fix It

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:30:00 GMT

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April 16, 2008, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

The Center on the United States and Europe hosted Simon Hix to discuss his new book What's Wrong with the European Union and How to Fix It. Visiting Fellow Federiga Bindi moderated the event.

NATO: Membership and Identity in a Post-Cold War World

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This week, Romania is hosting the twentieth NATO summit. Brookings Russia specialist Clifford Gaddy discusses the direction and relevance of NATO in a post-Cold War world.

Central Asia: A New Hub of Global Integration

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Central Asia, once viewed as the backyard of the Soviet Union, is now Eurasia's hub of economic integration. Johannes Linn, Brookings Scholar and Special Adviser to the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program (CAREC), explains what a recent spate of high-level meetings mean for the future of Central Asia, Eurasia and the rest of the world.

The Balkans: A New Crisis?

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 11:00:00 GMT

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November 29, 2007, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

On November 29, the Brookings Institution welcomed David Cameron, the leader of the Conservative Party in the United Kingdom. Mr. Cameron discussed recent developments in the Balkans and the looming challenges to stability in the region.

Improving Government Expenditure Performance in Africa: World Bank Experiences

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 12:30:00 GMT

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October 23, 2007, 12:30 PM to 2:30

The World Bank’s Africa team examined the major governance issues, successful reforms and fiduciary challenges facing governments in the region from the perspective of World Bank staff who work closely with developing country leaders.

Improving Government Expenditure Performance in Eastern Europe and Central Asia: World Bank Experiences

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 12:00:00 GMT

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October 09, 2007, 12:00 PM to 2:30

The World Bank’s Eastern Europe and Central Asia team examined the major governance issues, successful reforms and fiduciary challenges facing governments in the region from the perspective of World Bank staff who work closely with developing country leaders.

The Lessons of the Marshall Plan

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The Marshall Plan was America's first full-blown foray into the enterprise of development and a turning point for our engagement in foreign lands. Sixty years later, what are the lessons we can draw to reinvigorate our foreign assistance mission and programs to mitigate global challenges while sharing America's spirit of goodwill and generosity?

The Orange Revolution Two Years on: Prospects for Ukraine

Mon, 16 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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October 16, 2006 at 12:00 AM

Don't Give Up on Ukraine

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Carlos Pascual, International Herald Tribune (8/3/06)

Chernobyl's Lesson: A State's Lies Threaten its People and its Sovereignty

Fri, 02 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Carlos Pascual, Washingtonpost.com (6/2/06)

Briefing on Internally Displaced Persons in Armenia and Azerbaijan

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Testimony by Roberta Cohen, Congressional Human Rights Caucus (5/16/06)

Listening to the Ukrainian People

Sun, 26 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Carlos Pascual, The Brookings Institution (3/26/06)

Nearly fifteen months after the Orange Revolution, Ukrainians went to the polls and voted in parliamentary elections on March 26. The split outcome should send an unambiguous signal to all of Ukraine's politicians: Ukrainians value political freedom, economic prosperity, and accountability in government. They want to see the nation's progress translate into better health, education and pensions. They are disappointed with the performance of today's leaders.

Displaced and Disenfranchised: Internally Displaced Persons and Elections in the OSCE Region

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Displaced & Disenfranchised: IDPs & Elections, Mooney & Jarrah (March 2005)

Managing the Russian Dilemma

Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Fiona Hill, Transatlantic Book 2006 (January 2006)

IDPs in the Balkans -- The Challenges of Sustainable Return

Tue, 01 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

In June 2005, Walter Kälin, the Representative of the UN Secretary-General on the Human Rights of Internally Displaced Persons, visited Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Serbia and Montenegro including Kosovo. Throughout the region he found that, several years after the armed conflicts of the 1990s, much has been achieved in addressing the needs of the displaced population. However, more remains to be done to remove the remaining obstacles of IDPs to enjoying their rights.

Whither Kazakhstan?

Sat, 01 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Kazakhstan's scheduled December 4, 2005 presidential election brings two major questions into focus for this Central Asian state. First, given the political upheavals at similar junctures in three other post-Soviet countries since 2003, will Kazakhstan avoid a so-called "colored revolution?" And second, can Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev succeed over the long-term in combining regime stability with gradual top-down reform and modernization; or will his model of evolutionary change be either abruptly halted from below, or stagnate and even rot from the top?

Georgia: Don't Let the Rose Revolution Wilt

Thu, 18 Aug 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Philip H. Gordon and Derek Chollet, YaleGlobal (8/18/05)

Now's Not the Time for Europe to Go Wobbly

Sun, 03 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Opinion by Ivo H. Daalder and James M. Goldgeier

Migration, Refugees and Displaced Persons

Fri, 10 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

The United States has repeatedly urged the OSCE to address the issue of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs). However, as Cohen points out, OSCE commitments have been slow to develop wtih regard to IDPs.

The NATO Summit in Prague: Challenges to Bush and the Alliance

Wed, 13 Nov 2002 09:30:00 GMT

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November 13, 2002, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Roundtable Report, Azerbaijan

Thu, 21 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Report of Roundtable Meeting on GPs and Law in Azerbaijan

Roundtable Report, Georgia

Mon, 18 Feb 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Report of Roundtable on compliance of the legislation of Georgia with the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement

Ukraine's Bid for a Decisive Place in History

Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Carlos Pascual and Steven Pifer, The Washington Quarterly (Winter 2002)

The Role of Regional Organizations in Responding to Internal Displacement and Applying the Guiding Principles

Sat, 01 Sep 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past decade, regional organizations have been devoting increased attention to the probelm of internal displacement. They have engaged in preventive measures, have monitored and reported on situations of displacement, provided humanitarian assistance and have engaged in actual protection activities on the ground. This has been with good reason as conflict and displacement rarely remain confined within borders, threatening regional stability. In this statement, Roberta Cohen, discusses the role regional organizations can play in dealing with situations of internal displacement.

Internal Displacement: A Global Overview

Sat, 01 Sep 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Internal displacement is truly a global crisis, affecting an estimated 20-25 million people, of which 3-4 million are located in Europe. Though Europe has greater resources than other regions of the world, there is often considerable inconsistency in the extent to which internally displaced persons are provided with protection and assistance. In this statement, Francis Deng assesses the situation of IDPs in Europe and discusses solutions to their situation.

Internal Displacement in Europe

Sat, 01 Sep 2001 09:00:00 GMT

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September 01, 2001, 9:00 AM to 05:00 PM

The Brookings-CUNY Project, in collaboration with the Council of Europe's Committee on Migration, Refugees and Demography and the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, held a seminar in Geneva to examine internal displacement in Europe, discuss the applicability of the Guiding Principles, and consider the steps the Council of Europe could take to reinforce its own programs with regard to IDPs.

Balkans Lecture Series

Thu, 31 May 2001 09:00:00 GMT

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May 31, 2001, 9:00 AM to 05:00 PM
June 04, 2001, 9:00 AM to 05:00 PM

In order to raise visibility to the worldwide problem of internal displacement and focus attention on the Balkans region, the Brookings-CUNY Project organized a lecture series, held in Macedonia, Albania and Bulgaria.

Pivotal Deterrence and the Kosovo War: Why the Holbrooke Agreement Failed

Sun, 01 Apr 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Pivotal deterrence and the Kosovo war: Why the Holbrooke agreement failed, Brookings Working Paper, April 2001, by Timothy Crawford, Olin post-doctoral fellow, the Brookings institution

Internally Displaced Persons and Political Participation: The OSCE Region

Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Often times, assistance to IDPs focuses on meeting their immediate needs, while less attention has been paid to less obvious needs and rights which may be equally as important to the physical and mental well-being of the displaced. Among these is the right to vote and participate in governmental and public affairs—a right which citizens should not lose upon becoming internally displaced.

A Stable Peace in Europe: Can the Continent Put War Behind It?

Tue, 01 Jun 1999 00:00:00 GMT

Brookings Review, Summer 1999

Avoiding Another Cyprus or Israel: A Debate about the Future of Bosnia

Tue, 01 Dec 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Brookings Review article by Susan Woodward (Winter 1998)

America's Bosnia Policy: The Work Ahead

Wed, 10 Jul 1996 00:00:00 GMT

To avoid long-term instability in the region, an interminable international presence, and the failure of Dayton, the intervening powers must design and execute an explicit strategy to realize peace, rather than allow the operation to be driven by events on the ground, the warring parties, or the mass media.

Labor and an Integrated Europe

Mon, 16 Aug 1993 00:00:00 GMT

In this book, leading labor economists and social scientists address an array of concerns about economic integration and the challenges of the Single Market Program, and offer insight into the labor community's likely response.

Fifth Annual Conference of the Center on the United States and Europe

Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT

On May 20, 2008, the Center on the United States and Europe held its fifth annual conference. As is in previous years, the conference brought together leading scholars, officials and policy-makers from both sides of the Atlantic to examine issues shaping the transatlantic relationship and to assess the evolving roles of the United States and Europe in the global arena.