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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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The Day After... in Jerusalem: A Strategic Planning Exercise on the Path to Middle East Peace — Nov. 6, 2009

Starting in 2008, the RAND Center for Middle East Public Policy conducted a series of exercises to help the new U.S. administration address the challenges of the Arab-Israeli conflict (and of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in particular) as a key component of the broader effort to secure stability in the Middle East.

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Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar — Oct. 8, 2009

Rather than threatening to punish offenders, the U.S. must focus its efforts on defending critical civilian and military computer networks from cyber attack.

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RAND Palestine Initiative Releases Overview of "The Arc" — May 21, 2009

The RAND Palestine Initiative, a multidisciplinary team of experts from the RAND Corporation that has been working with Palestinians, Israelis, and the international community, presents key aspects of "The Arc," options for strengthening the physical infrastructure for a new Palestinian state.

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November 13, 2009: When Generals and Ambassadors Feud, By James Dobbins (ForeignPolicy.com)

November 11, 2009: Examining U.S. Counterterrorism Priorities and Strategy Across Africa's Sahel Region, By Lianne Kennedy-Boudali

November 9, 2009: The Fall of the Wall: A World Restored?, By Christopher S. Chivvis (CNN.com)

November 4, 2009: Our Man in Kabul, By James Dobbins (Foreignaffairs.com)

November 2, 2009: Karzai's Second Term a Test for International Community, By Terrence K. Kelly (RAND.org)

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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