This report finds that opium poppy production in Afghanistan increased by 59% from 2005 to 2006. It discusses the reasons behind growth, eradication efforts, and offers recommendations for the upcoming year.
Published September 2006
This report finds that opium poppy production in Afghanistan increased by 59% from 2005 to 2006. It discusses the reasons behind growth, eradication efforts, and offers recommendations for the upcoming year.
Saudi Arabia on the Edge
A leading Middle East scholar pens this "good introduction to the Saudi paradox of social change and political stability and an invaluable guide to the challenges the country faces." More
American Force
An investigation of the use of American force since the end of the Cold War. More
The Struggle for Egypt
A sweeping account of Egypt in the modern era: what Egypt is, what it stands for, and its relation to the world. More
Saudi Arabia in the New Middle East
Gause posits that, though the Arab Awakening has caused tensions in Saudi-American relations, the two countries do not face a crisis and still have significant mutual interests that should be prioritized.
Partners in Preventive Action
The authors assess the strengths and weaknesses of international institutions and provide a set of practical recommendations for how the United States can strengthen the global architecture for preventive action by partnering with those organizations.
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