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Title:The war in Derna : what’s happening now, and what’s next? Author(s):SALEM, Al-ZubayrDate:2018Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2018/09; Middle East Directions (MED)Abstract:On 7 May 2018, the self-styled Libyan National Army announced the launch of a military campaign targeting Derna, the only city in eastern Libya not under its control. Although the campaign was widely expected, several key ...
Title:Waste management in Tripoli : a temporary crisis or a long-lasting imbroglio? Author(s):IBRAHIM, RimaDate:2021Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2021/21; Middle East Directions (MED)Abstract:The armed conflict between the Libyan Arab Armed Forces and forces loyal to the Government of National Accord (GNA) from April 2019 led rapidly to a major waste management crisis in Tripoli. While the crisis ended in June ...
Title:What does it mean to disrupt the business models of people smugglers? Author(s):ACHILLI, Luigi ; SANCHEZ, Gabriella Date:2017Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2017/09; Migration Policy CentreAbstract:Despite the escalation of EU surveillance, enforcement measures and patrolling operations aimed at border security, the flow of irregular migrants towards Europe shows little sign of abating. This policy brief shows, first, ...
Title:What does language transmission within mixed families tell us about integration and multilingualism in the EU? Author(s):UNTERREINER, AnneDate:2014Type:OtherSeries/Number:Migration Policy Centre; Policy Briefs; 2014/02Abstract:There is a gap between EU multilingual policies and language policies for migrants. In this context, migration is not seen as an asset. Rather it is a problem to be solved through assimilation. Migrants’ multilingualism ...
Title:What future(s) for the EU power transmission industry? Author(s):GLACHANT, Jean-Michel ; RIOUS, Vincent; VASCONCELOS, JorgeDate:2015Type:OtherSeries/Number:Florence School of Regulation; 2015/04; Policy Briefs; Energy; ElectricityAbstract:The EU power system and transmission business are entering an era of radical changes. Why? A driving force is the Europeanisation of the markets and of the system. It is complemented by the strength of distributed generation ...
Title:What is the future of Christians in the Middle East? Author(s):FAHMI, Georges Date:2017Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2017/07; Middle East Directions (MED)
Title:What is the impact of the Syrian crisis on migration governance of the Republic of Armenia? Author(s):Carim East TeamDate:2013Type:OtherSeries/Number:Migration Policy Centre; CARIM-East; Policy Briefs; 2013Abstract:The war in Syria has had a far-reaching impact beyond its borders. With no signs of peace, many Syrians with ties to Armenia travelled to the country in search of refuge. However, with its overstretched resources and poor ...
Title:What prospects for stabilisation and reconstruction in the Middle East and North Africa? Author(s):NARBONE, Luigi Date:2019Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2019/04; Middle East Directions (MED)Abstract:A common assumption among policy-makers and pundits is that stabilisation and reconstruction will come after conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa region have been settled. Indeed, in most previous cases, conflict ...
Title:When the best option is a leaky boat : why migrants risk their lives crossing the Mediterranean and what Europe is doing about it Author(s):FARGUES, Philippe ; BONFANTI, SaraDate:2014Type:OtherSeries/Number:Migration Policy Centre; Policy Briefs; 2014/05Abstract:The Mediterranean Sea is the most porous border between Europe and its neighbours and the world's most dangerous border between countries that are not at war with each other. Three facts emerge: sea routes to Europe are ...
Title:When the dust settles : reflecting on the politics of reconstruction and reconciliation in the MENA region Author(s):ADLY, Amr Date:2018Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2018/03; Middle East Directions (MED)Abstract:Definitive solutions for war-torn Syria, Iraq and Libya are still on a distant horizon, but the scale and intensity of violence seem to be ebbing in 2018. With the forceful reclamation of Mosul, Aleppo and Raqqa, as well ...
Title:Which role for railway undertakings in the mobility of the future Author(s):FINGER, Matthias ; BERT, Nadia ; BOUCHARD, Kathryn ; KUPFER, David Date:2017Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2017/20; Florence School of Regulation; TransportAbstract:Thanks to digitalisation railways are becoming just one element of a complex mobility system that is increasingly integrated, connected, efficient and user-friendly, providing customers with seamless endto- end journeys ...
Title:Work toward integration : labour inclusion of migrants in Mexico Author(s):ACHILLI, Luigi ; NEGRO, VirginiaDate:2019Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2019/26; Migration Policy CentreAbstract:This policy brief argues that the challenge to effective labour market integration of migrants in Mexico is connected to three practical steps: implementing a joint working mechanism to allow stakeholders to exchange ...
Title:A working party of three : the relevance of the trilateral cooperation on global level playing field Author(s):LEE-MAKIYAMA, HosukDate:2021Type:OtherSeries/Number:Policy Briefs; 2021/46; Global Governance Programme; EU-Asia Project; [Europe in the World]Abstract:The multilateral trading system has historically been surrounded by a rich ecosystem of coalitions and like-minded groups with varying levels of cohesion and influence. They also vary in size – from ‘the Quad,’ with merely ...
Title:The WTO at a crossroads : destination, Doha. Pit stop, Bali opportunities for reform of the World Trading System Author(s):CANTORE, Carlo Maria ; MARHOLD, Anna-Alexandra Date:2013Type:OtherSeries/Number:Global Governance Programme; 2013/02; Policy Briefs; Global Economics
Title:'Zeitenwende' : the view from Japan Author(s):VYAS, UtpalDate:2023Type:OtherSeries/Number:EUI; RSC; Policy Brief; 2023/22; [Global Governance Programme]Abstract:Japan has been cultivating good relations with Europe, including the European Union and non-member states, for decades. Although its primary focus has been on the US in the post-war period for security, and on East Asia ...