U.S. Policy toward Iran

Saudi Arabia on the Edge by Thomas Lippman
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 by Richard K. Betts
An investigation of the use of American force since the end of the Cold War. More
The Struggle for Egypt by Steven A. Cook
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 by F. Gregory Gause III
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 by Paul B. Stares and Micah Zenko
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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U.S. Trade and Investment Policy
This Independent Task Force report encourages the Obama administration and Congress to adopt a "pro-America" trade policy that brings to more Americans the benefits of global engagement.

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