Content Type: Special Report / Publishing Institution: International Crisis Group

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 02-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: Ten years after independence, South Sudan is faring poorly, beleaguered by political and socio-economic ills. The civil war’s two main antagonists have an uneasy peace, but others fight on. The country needs a reset rooted in power sharing and devolution of authority from the centre.
Topic:: Civil War, Political Power Sharing, Leadership, State Building, Independence, and Power
Political Geography:: Africa and South Sudan

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 02-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: A study of social media content shows that Venezuelan opposition figures often take harder anti-government lines if they flee abroad. Exiles’ voices are important, but those trying to end Venezuela’s crisis should listen to others as well, recalling that compromise offers the only peaceful exit.
Topic:: Mass Media, Leadership, Social Media, Conflict, Peace, and Opposition
Political Geography:: South America and Venezuela

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 02-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: Coca gives Colombian small farmers a stable livelihood but also endangers their lives, as criminals battle over the drug trade and authorities try to shut it down. Bogotá and Washington should abandon their heavy-handed elimination efforts and help growers find alternatives to the hardy plant.
Topic:: Natural Resources, Violence, Rural, Illegal Trade, Organized Crime, and Farming
Political Geography:: Colombia, South America, North America, and United States of America

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 03-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: International efforts to end the war in Yemen are stuck in an outdated two-party paradigm, seeking to mediate between the Huthis and their foes. As it pushes for renewed talks, the UN should broaden the scope to include Yemeni women’s and other civil society groups.
Topic:: Civil Society, International Cooperation, United Nations, Peacekeeping, and Peace
Political Geography:: Yemen and Persian Gulf

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 04-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: Peace in the Philippines’ majority-Muslim region requires disarming 40,000 ex-rebels and encouraging economic development where they live. But progress toward these goals, together called “normalisation”, is sputtering. Both Manila and the former insurgents need to hit the accelerator lest the process lose momentum entirely.
Topic:: Religion, Minorities, Ethnicity, Conflict, Peace, Economic Development, and Identity
Political Geography:: Asia, Philippines, and Oceania

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 05-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: Nigeria’s latest plan for curbing herder-farmer conflict is facing obstacles, including staff and funding shortages as well as political opposition. If this initiative fails, there could be more rural violence. Abuja should work with donors to raise both money and awareness of the scheme’s benefits.
Topic:: Conflict, Violence, Rural, and Farming
Political Geography:: Africa and Nigeria

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 05-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: In order to silence opposition to the February coup, Myanmar’s military is vigorously policing the internet as it quashes street protests. Outside powers and technology companies should endeavour to keep the online space free of interference and deny the junta tools of virtual repression.
Topic:: Authoritarianism, Democracy, Protests, Coup, Military Government, and Oppression
Political Geography:: Asia, Burma, and Myanmar

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 05-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: With Nicaraguans heading to the polls in November, the government is already trying to engineer the outcome in its favour. An unfair ballot could spark unrest and a violent crackdown. External actors should push for reforms and dialogue with the opposition while eschewing counterproductive sanctions.
Topic:: Corruption, Elections, Voting, Oppression, Election Interference, and Rigged Elections
Political Geography:: Latin America, Central America, Nicaragua, and North America

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 05-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: Libyan politicians have moved with salutary speed in 2021 to reunify their divided country. With UN help, the new government should hasten to clear two last hurdles: establishing a legal framework for elections and clarity about who holds supreme command of the armed forces.
Topic:: International Cooperation, United Nations, Military Strategy, Elections, State Building, and Humanitarian Crisis
Political Geography:: Africa, Libya, North Africa, and MENA

Author:: International Crisis Group
Publication Date:: 05-2021
Content Type:: Special Report
Institution:: International Crisis Group
Abstract:: In mid-2020, Turkey and Greece put their Mediterranean fleets on high alert, dramatically raising tensions in their long-running dispute over air, water, rock and now seabed gas deposits as well. Talks have been frustrating but remain the best way to contain the risk of conflict.
Topic:: Maritime Commerce, Territorial Disputes, Water, Maritime, and Conflict
Political Geography:: Europe, Turkey, Greece, and Mediterranean

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