This blog will offer commentary and interpretation of key policy areas to be discussed (or neglected) by the “G” series summits. Featuring a cross-section of CIGI experts, this blog will provide remarks on the evolution of the summit process and related CIGI research activities.

The postings in this space will focus on initiatives, policies, regulations, and security cooperation measures that are designed to control and reduce arsenals, to reduce the incidence and impact of armed conflict, and to encourage states to devote a greater share of their resources to building conditions for sustainable peace.

The blog will offer regular insight and perspective on the constantly shifting situation on the ground in Afghanistan. It will feature CIGI Afghanistan specialist Mark Sedra and a range of contributors engaged in different facets of the Afghan war and state-building project. Our bloggers will offer unvarnished accounts and opinion on current events in Afghanistan and the future prospects for the international intervention there.

This blog surveys the globe for new research and commentary on the BRICSAM. Rising BRICSAM is a proud CIGI brand examining - Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, ASEAN and the Mexico. This blog examines the research and commentary on these large rising economies. It evaluates their influence in the global system including their impact on the global and regional governance structures.