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.
Arab Authoritarian Order Shattered
Robin Wright looks at Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak's resignation means for the region.
Egypt’s Protests Underscore Importance of Early Warning
The crisis in Egypt sparked debates about whether the U.S. government failed to anticipate the events. USIP’s Lawrence Woocher comments on these debates and the role of early warning in preventing conflict and instability.
Egypt's "Winds of Change"
USIP's Abiodun Williams reflects on Hosni Mubarak's departure and the remarkable events in Egypt.
Egypt's Transition
The departure of Hosni Mubarak on Friday opens up new possibilities for a transition to real democracy in Egypt. Whether these possibilities will be realized remains uncertain. Steven Heydemann explores the evolving situation.
All Eyes on the Egyptian Military
As events in Egypt continue to unfold, the world focuses on the role of the Egyptian military. USIP asked Middle East expert and congressional expert, Graeme Bannerman, to share his views on the situation.
No Compromises on National Security
USIP President Richard Solomon writes in Politico about the U.S. Institute of Peace's mission to promote peace at a time of war.
We Are Actively Engaged in Promoting Peace at USIP
USIP Chairman of the Board J. Robinson West writes in The Wall Street Journal: "We are Actively Engaged in Promoting Peace at USIP."
Jason Tower on China’s Growing Influence in Myanmar
A string of recent defeats for Myanmar’s junta has “re-energized the resistance across the country,” says USIP’s Jason Tower. But as China takes a more involved approach to the conflict, there are concerns that “growing Chinese influence might pose more of a challenge to a free and open Indo-Pacific in the future.”
Mary Speck on the Challenges Facing Guatemala’s New President
Despite legal challenges, Bernardo Arévalo has finally assumed Guatemala’s presidency. Attention now shifts to whether his anti-corruption platform can make a difference in a region beleaguered by instability, says USIP’s Mary Speck: “There’s a great deal of hope that Arévalo can show that democracy actually works.”
Joseph Sany on Secretary Blinken’s Africa Tour
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently made diplomatic stops across West Africa to continue building U.S.-Africa cooperation. However, USIP’s Joseph Sany says, “The U.S. has to ensure that the speeches are followed by deed,” adding that “African countries will also have to play their part.”