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International Affairs

RAND has been conducting research on international policy for more than 50 years. This research primarily focuses on countries other than the U.S. and includes security and military policy as well as social and economic policy. View all International Affairs Documents Available Online or find general information at Reports and Bookstore.

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History of Egyptian Grassroots Political Reform Movement Provides Insight Into Reform Efforts — Nov. 25, 2008

The Kefaya Movement, an indigenous effort for political reform organized in Egypt, provides policymakers with an example of the challenges grassroots organizations in the Arab world face as they try to implement democracy and political reform. In late 2004, Kefaya was able to mobilize wide segments of Egyptian society.

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While China's Regional Influence Grows, U.S. Remains Key Security and Economic Partner in East Asia — Nov. 17, 2008

China is not eroding the foundations of U.S. alliances in East Asia and the United States remains the security partner of choice in the region. But consistent U.S. efforts are needed to ensure that the nation retains its influence.

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Frederick S. Pardee Center for Longer Range Global Policy and the Future Human Condition — Aug. 31, 2008

The Pardee Center was established in 2001 to enhance the overall future quality and condition of human life by aggressively disseminating and applying new methods for long-term policy analysis in a wide variety of policy areas where they are needed most.

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November 25, 2008: Piracy Needs Regional Answer, By Peter Chalk (United Press International)

November 17, 2008: While China's Regional Influence Grows, U.S. Remains Key Security and Economic Partner in East Asia

November 16, 2008: Obama's First International Crisis, By Brian Michael Jenkins (The San Diego Union-Tribune)

November 11, 2008: Talk to the Taliban? Not Now, By Cheryl Benard (United Press International)

November 9, 2008: Know Your Enemy: From Iraq to Afghanistan , By Benjamin Bahney, Renny McPherson (Washington Times)

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Securing Health: Lessons from Nation-Building Missions RAND researchers analyzed the health components of seven post–World War II nation-building efforts conducted after major conflicts-Germany, Japan, Somalia, Haiti, Kosovo, Afghanistan, Iraq-and found that two factors are correlated with successful health outcomes: planning and coordination, and infrastructure and resources. Full Document

War and Escalation in South Asia This monograph highlights key factors in South Asia imperiling U.S. interests, and suggests how and where the U.S. military might play an expanded, influential role. It suggests seven steps the military might take to better advance and defend U.S. interests in South Asia, the Middle East, and Asia at large. Washington should intensify involvement in South Asia and become more influential with the governments there. Given the area's potential for violence, it should also shape part of the U.S. military to meet potential crises. Full Document