La rassegna di geopolitica di Radio Radicale
- Rassegna di geopolitica: lo status di Gerusalemme 6 August 2010
- Rassegna di Geopolitica: scontri a fuoco tra Israele e Libano 4 August 2010
- Rassegna di Geopolitica. La Birmania tra India e Cina 30 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica. Tensioni tra Usa e Cina nel Pacifico 28 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica: Le ambizioni nucleari dell'Arabia Saudita 22 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica: le nuove prospettive della Cina 9 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica - L'agricoltura globale 7 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica: la politica Usa dello Spazio 2010 emanata da Barack Obama 1 July 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica: per i Paesi Arabi il rischio di gravi crisi alimentari 9 June 2010
- Rassegna di geopolitica: le nuove Università in Asia 4 June 2010
L’ora di Cindia di Claudio Landi
- L'ora di Cindia 28 August 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 22 August 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 7 August 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 31 July 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 25 July 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 18 July 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 10 July 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 4 July 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 26 June 2010
- L'ora di Cindia 20 June 2010
Documenti
The Development Fund for Iraq / July 27, 2010 – SIGIR
(PDF) – Weaknesses in DoD’s financial and management controls left it unable to properly account for $8.7 billion of the $9.1 billion in DFI funds it received for reconstruction activities in Iraq. This situation occurred because most DoD organizations receiving DFI funds did not establish the required Department of the Treasury accounts and no DoD… »
Kabul War Diary – Wikileaks
WikiLeaks today released over 75,000 secret US military reports covering the war in Afghanistan.
The Afghan War Diary an extraordinary secret compendium of over 91,000 reports covering the war in Afghanistan from 2004 to 2010. The reports describe the majority of lethal military actions involving the United States military. They include the number of persons… »
The United States Announces Phase II of the Signature Energy Program for Pakistan – US Department of State
After the bilateral Strategic Dialogue meeting in Islamabad today, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton announced Phase II of the U.S. Signature Energy Program for Pakistan that will provide an additional $60 million for seven projects to be implemented by USAID, the U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA), the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), and… »
The United States Announces the Signature Water Program for Pakistan – US Department of State
After the bilateral Strategic Dialogue meeting in Islamabad today, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton announced a multi-year Signature Water Program for Pakistan to improve Pakistan’s ability to increase efficient management and use of its scarce water resources and improve water distribution. The first phase of the program will cover seven projects costing over… »
Communique of the International Conference on Afghanistan – MEMRI
On July 20, foreign ministers and diplomats from 70 countries and international organizations attended the International Conference on Afghanistan in Kabul. The conference backed Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s peace initiative with the Taliban, noting that the peace move is aimed at those militants who are willing to renounce violence and respect the Afghan constitution. At… »
Joint conclusion of the EU-OPEC Energy Dialogue – OPEC
The seventh ministerial-level meeting of the Energy Dialogue between the European Union (EU) and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) took place in Brussels. The participants reiterated their mutual interest in stable, transparent, and predictable oil markets. The meeting also repeated its conviction that, in order to minimise the risk of facing excessive… »
Secret U.S. Overture to Iran in 1999 Broke Down Over Terrorism Allegations – the National Security Archive
A highly confidential U.S. overture to Iran in summer 1999 foundered because the intelligence community and FBI believed members of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) had a role in the infamous Khobar Towers bombing of June 1996, and because U.S. officials overestimated the Iranian president’s ability to manage the sensitive matter of U.S. relations within Iran’s… »
Military Base Realignments and Closures – GAO
The 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) round is the fifth such round undertaken by DOD since 1988 and is the biggest, most complex, and costliest BRAC round ever. With this BRAC round, the Department of Defense (DOD) plans to execute hundreds of BRAC actions affecting over 800 defense locations, relocate over 123,000 personnel, and… »
Executive Order–Stewardship of the Ocean, Our Coasts, and the Great Lakes – the White House
The ocean, our coasts, and the Great Lakes provide jobs, food, energy resources, ecological services, recreation, and tourism opportunities, and play critical roles in our Nation’s transportation, economy, and trade, as well as the global mobility of our Armed Forces and the maintenance of international peace and security. This order adopts the recommendations of the… »
U.S. Treasury Department Targets Iran’s Nuclear and Missile Programs – US Department of State
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced today a set of designations targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile programs – the first set of measures from the United States implementing UNSCR 1929 and building upon the actions mandated by the Security Council. Today’s actions also highlight for the international community Iran’s use of its financial sector,… »
Britain’s Foreign Policy in a Networked World – The Foreign and Commonwealth Office
The Foreign Secretary, William Hague, gave the following speech outlining the Government’s vision for UK foreign policy on 1 July… »
The Globalization of Crime: A Transnational Organized Crime Threat Assessment – UNODC
A report released today by UNODC shows how organized crime has globalized and turned into one of the world’s foremost economic and armed powers. The Report looks at major trafficking flows of drugs (cocaine and heroin), firearms, counterfeit products, stolen natural resources and people (for sex and forced labour), as well as smuggled migrants…. »
Rare Earth Materials in the Defense Supply Chain – GAO
(PDF) – Rare earth elements are used in many applications for their magnetic and other unique properties. These include the 17 chemical elements beginning with lanthanum, element number 57
in the periodic table, up to and including lutetium, element number 71, as well as yttrium and scandium, which have similar properties. Rare earth materials—rare earth ores,… »
New UN Security Council Sanctions on Iran – U.S. Mission to the United Nations
On June 9, 2010, in response to Iran’s continued refusal to comply with its international obligations regarding its nuclear program, the United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 1929, imposing a strong, broad-based new set of sanctions on Iran. Resolution 1929 increases the cost to Iran’s leadership of their continued defiance of the international community, and… »
African Economic Outlook 2010
The annual African Economic Outlook (AEO) is published jointly by the African Development Bank, the OECD Development Centre and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa. he 2010 Outlook covers 50 African countries, up from 47 last year. The AEO presents a promising outlook for the continent with average growth rebounding to 4.5 per cent… »
European Neighbourhood Policy – European Commission
The European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) was developed in 2004, with the objective of avoiding the emergence of new dividing lines between the enlarged EU and our neighbours and instead strengthening the prosperity, stability and security of all. This ENP framework is proposed to the 16 of EU’s closest neighbours – Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Egypt,… »
An overview of O.F.A.C. Regulations involving Sanctions against Iran – US Department of the Treasury
As a result of Iran’s support for international terrorism and its aggressive actions against non-belligerent shipping in the Persian Gulf, President Reagan, on October 29, 1987, issued Executive Order 12613 imposing a new import embargo on Iranian-origin goods and services. Section 505 of the International Security and Development Cooperation Act of 1985 (“ISDCA”) was utilized… »
Secure Border Initiative – GAO
Securing the nation’s borders from illegal entry of aliens and contraband, including terrorists and weapons of mass destruction, continues to be a major challenge. In November 2005, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the launch of the Secure Border Initiative (SBI)–a multiyear, multibillion dollar program aimed at securing U.S. borders and reducing illegal immigration…. »
Report of the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions – UN
(PDF) – A targeted killing is the intentional, premeditated and deliberate use of lethal force, by States or their agents acting under colour of law, or by an organized armed group in armed conflict, against a specific individual who is not in the physical custody of the perpetrator. In recent years, a few States have… »
2010 National Drug Control Strategy – ONDC
President Obama released the Administration’s inaugural National Drug Control Strategy, which establishes five-year goals for reducing drug use and its consequences through a balanced policy of prevention, treatment, enforcement, and international cooperation. The Strategy was developed by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) with input from a variety of Federal, State,… »
U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue 2010 – US State Department
At the Strategic Track under the framework of the Second Round of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED), the two sides discussed major bilateral, regional and global issues. During the Dialogue, relevant departments from the two sides also held break-out sessions on energy security, climate change, United Nations peacekeeping, counterterrorism and law enforcement, and… »
National Security Strategy 2010 – The White House
(PDF) – At the dawn of the 21st century, the United States of America faces a broad and complex array of challenges to our national security. Just as America helped to determine the course of the 20th century, we must now build the sources of American strength and influence, and shape an international order capable… »
Evaluating a potential US-China bilateral investment treaty – US-China Economic and Security Review Commission
(PDF) – This paper, prepared by the Economist Intelligence Unit for the US-China Economic
and Security Council, summarises the context, current discussions and implications of a potential US-China bilateral investment treaty (BIT). Simply defined, a BIT is a treaty between two countries designed to promote and protect investments between the two signatory states. A BIT provides… »
Iran Resolution Elements – UN Security Council
(PDF) – Draft of Resolution for a fourth round of sanctions on Iran’n Nuclear Program, as proposed by the council’s five permanent members — the United States, Britain, China, France and… »
Revealed: how Israel offered to sell South Africa nuclear weapons – Guardian
Secret South African documents reveal that Israel offered to sell nuclear warheads to the apartheid regime, providing the first official documentary evidence of the state’s possession of nuclear weapons – by Chris… »
United States-Mexico Security Partnership – US Department of State
The Mérida Initiative is an unprecedented partnership between the United States and Mexico to fight organized crime and associated violence while furthering respect for human rights and the rule of law. Based on principles of shared responsibility, mutual trust, and respect for sovereign independence, our efforts have built confidence that is transforming our bilateral relationship…. »
U.S. Missile Defense and Regional Security – US State Department
Remarks by Frank A. Rose At the First Annual Israel Multinational Ballistic Missile Defense Conference in Tel Aviv, Israel – May 5,… »
Firms Reported to Have Commercial Activity in the Iranian Energy Sector and U.S. Government Contracts – GAO
Based on open sources, we identified 41 foreign firms as having commercial activity in these vital sectors of Iran’s economy from 2005 to 2009. As you requested, this report identifies which of the 41 firms in our March 2010 report had contracts with the United States government from fiscal years 2005 to 2009. Our March… »
Defense Infrastructure: Department of Defense’s Renewable Energy Initiatives – GAO
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 20101 directed GAO to submit a report describing all of the Department of Defense’s (DOD) renewable energy initiatives, including projects involving the installation of solar panels, that are currently producing energy or are under development on military installations. In addition, the report was to include (1) the… »
Previewing the NPT Review Conference – US Department of State
Remarks at the Center for American Progress by Ellen Tauscher, Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security – April 29,… »
Remarks by the President on Space Exploration in the 21st Century – the White House
Remarks by President Obama at John F. Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, Florida – April 15, 2010… »
Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Conflict in Georgia (IIFFMCG – CEIIG)
By its decision of 2 December 2008 the Council of the European Union established an
Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on the Conflict in Georgia (IIFFMCG).
This is the first time in its history that the European Union has decided to intervene
actively in a serious armed conflict. It is also the first time that after having reached a
ceasefire… »
Report of the Secretary-General on the situation concerning Western Sahara – UN Security Council
(PDF) – UN Secretary-General has issued his latest report on the situation in the Western Sahara . The report covers the developments since the issuance of the last report on 13 April… »
Secretary Clinton Announces New Initiatives Under the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas – US Department of State
Energy ministers from across the hemisphere gathered at the Energy and Climate Ministerial of the Americas hosted by U.S. Secretary of Energy Stephen Chu. The Ministerial is part of the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas (ECPA), which President Barack Obama invited all democratically-elected governments to join in April 2009 at the Summit of… »
Update Report No. 3 Somalia Piracy – UN Security Council
On 6 April in informal consultations Russia introduced a draft resolution on Somali piracy to Council members. A revised draft was circulated on 15 April. It would ask the Secretary-General to prepare a report within three months on possible options (such as special domestic chambers, a regional tribunal or an international tribunal) for ensuring prosecution… »
Nuclear Posture Review – US Department of Defense
(PDF) – The 2010 Nuclear Posture Review (NPR) outlines the Administration’s approach to promoting
the President’s agenda for reducing nuclear dangers and pursuing the goal of a world without
nuclear weapons, while simultaneously advancing broader U.S. security interests. The NPR reflects the President’s national security priorities and the supporting defense strategy objectives identified in the 2010 Quadrennial… »
Announcement of the Release of the Nuclear Posture Review – US State Department
The Department of Defense released the Nuclear Posture Review, a report that outlines a balanced and comprehensive approach to dealing with the role of nuclear weapons in America’s national security – press conference with Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton , Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Secretary of Energy Steven Chu and Chairman of the… »
Measures taken by Israel in support of the Palestinian economy – Report of the Government of Israel to the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee (AHLC)
In 2009, the West Bank enjoyed a significant economic recovery, with economic growth reaching an unprecedented 8%. This growth rate demonstrated a continuation of positive trends reported in 2008. In addition to the above, according to official Palestinian sources, since 2008, foreign investment in the West Bank has increased by 600%2, inter alia as a… »
The Importance of a Broad Bilateral Economic Relationship With China – US Department of State
Speech by Robert D. Hormats, Under Secretary for Economic, Energy and Agricultural Affairs
China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations, in Beijing, China – April 9,… »
Middle East Military Balance files – INSS
This section contains data files on the 21 countries surveyed ( Algeria, Oman, Bahrain, Palestinian Authority, Egypt, Qatar, Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Israel, Syria, Jordan, Tunisia, Kuwait, Turkey, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Libya and Yemen). Each of these files contains information about the following topics: major arms sales and procurement; arms production; non-conventional capabilities;… »
Remarks by the President at the Export-Import Bank’s Annual Conference – the White Hous
In his State of the Union address, President Obama spoke about doubling America’s exports over the next few years. Now, he discussed the first steps to meet that goal at the Export-Import Bank’s Annual Conference.
While addressing the importance of America being able to compete in the global marketplace, the President explained that every $1 billion… »
Update Report No.2: Small arms in Central Africa – UN Security Council
At the initiative of Gabon, which holds the Council presidency in March, a debate will be held on 19 March on the impact of illicit small arms trafficking on peace and security in the Central African region. Several regional and subregional organisations will be invited to participate, including the AU, the Economic Community of Central… »
Remarks by Vice President Biden – the Withe House
‘The Enduring Partnership Between the United States and Israel’ – Tel Aviv University, March 11,… »
Pandemic (H1N1) 2009.Update 91 – WHO
As of 7 March 2010, worldwide more than 213 countries and overseas territories or communities have reported laboratory confirmed cases of pandemic influenza H1N1 2009, including at least 16713 deaths. The most active areas of pandemic influenza transmission are currently in Southeast Asia, however, lower levels of pandemic virus circulation persist in other parts of… »
NPT Briefing Book (2010) – CNS
The NPT Briefing Book (2010) is comprised of two parts. Part I contains introductory background information on the nuclear nonproliferation regime and nuclear energy issues, as well as summaries of the review process to date. Part II contains a compilation of treaties, agreements and documents relevant to the issues due to be discussed at the… »
Counter-Terrorism White Paper. Securing Australia – Protecting our Community
Since 2001, over 100 Australians have been killed in terrorist attacks overseas. The threat from terrorism is real, persistent and evolving. This White Paper outlines the Government’s assessment of the threat from terrorism and how we will deal with that threat. It is the first such White Paper to bring together both the international and… »
Global field support strategy – Report of the UN Secretary-General
(PDF) – Protecting and nurturing a fragile peace is a critical role of the United Nations. This endeavour depends upon a coalition of will and action on the part of multiple actors: the Security Council, in terms of setting mandates; the Member States, in their commitment of personnel and financial and material resources; the host… »
Hamas Responds to Goldstone Report – MEMRI
Hamas’ view of its government as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people was reflected in its recent response to the Goldstone report. The response, delivered to Curt Goering, head of the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Gaza, was submitted not in the name of Hamas but in the name… »
Global Threat Reduction – US State Department
Remarks by Ambassador Bonnie D. Jenkins, Coordinator for Threat Reduction Programs, at the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Transatlantic and International Security, London, United Kingdom February 4,… »
Implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of Security Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran – IAEA
(PDF) – On 16 November 2009, the Director General reported to the Board of Governors on the
implementation of the NPT Safeguards Agreement and relevant provisions of relevant Security
Council resolutions in the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Director General issued two additional reports on 8 and 10 February… »