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Book Synopsis: Although sanctions have increasingly been used as a foreign policy tool, they are ineffective if executed without a clear strategy that is responsive to the nature and changing behavior of the target. In The Art of Sanctions, Richard Nephew offers a much-needed practical framework for planning and applying sanctions that focuses not just on the initial sanctions strategy but also, crucially, on how to calibrate along the way and how to decide when the sanctions have achieved maximum effectiveness.
Nephew--a leader in the design and implementation of sanctions on Iran--develops guidelines for interpreting targets' responses to sanctions based on two critical factors: pain and resolve. The efficacy of sanctions lies in the application of pain against a target, but targets may have significant resolve to resist, tolerate, or overcome this pain. Understanding the interplay of pain and resolve is central to using sanctions successfully and humanely. With attention to these two key variables, and to how they change over the course of the sanctions regime, policy makers can pinpoint when diplomatic intervention is likely to succeed or when escalation is necessary.
Focusing on lessons from sanctions on both Iran and Iraq, Nephew provides policy makers with practical guidance on how to measure and respond to pain and resolve in the service of strong and successful sanctions regimes.
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The Art of Sanctions: A View from the Field is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding and implementing effective foreign policy strategies. Written by Richard Nephew, a renowned expert in the field of sanctions, this book offers a practical framework that is responsive to the behavior of the target. With Nephew's guidance, you will learn how to plan and apply sanctions with maximum effectiveness.
One of the key insights of this book is the importance of understanding the target's responses to sanctions. Nephew introduces two critical factors in interpreting these responses: pain and resolve. By analyzing the interplay of these factors, policymakers can better gauge the effectiveness of sanctions and determine when diplomatic intervention or escalation is necessary.
This book draws on real-world examples from sanctions on Iran and Iraq, providing valuable insights into the application of pain against a target. Nephew's expertise, gained from his experience in designing and implementing sanctions on Iran, ensures that you are learning from a trusted source.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in the realm of foreign policy. Whether you are a policy maker or simply eager to understand the art of sanctions, The Art of Sanctions: A View from the Field is an essential addition to your library. Order your copy today!
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