Luiza Januário
Luiza Januário argues that the threats and opportunities of nuclear technology are an intrinsically global matter. Here, she offers a South American perspective on the nuclear politics dilemma Read more
Titus Alexander
Our models of higher education have polarising effects. Titus Alexander argues that we need to learn from Nordic models of adult education and recognise teaching as a form of scholarship to help citizens renew democracy Read more
Karina Shyrokykh
Despite the war — and uneven compliance with the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement — Ukraine is striving to implement the European Green Deal. Why? Karina Shyrokykh explains how instrumental compliance with the Green Deal will help Ukraine implement the Association Agreement. Preparations for compliance with the Deal after EU accession, meanwhile, will help the country's post-war recovery, and boost its membership chances Read more
John Chin
In May, Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro visited Moscow to sign a 'strategic association' agreement with Russia. John Chin and Justin Lee argue this is one manifestation of a larger trend of rising sharp power in Latin America, which has major implications for US strategy and autocratisation in the region Read more
Nicholas Lokker
EU enlargement serves not only European interests but also those of the United States. As Nicholas Lokker argues, expanding the European Union strengthens peace in a vital region and enhances the EU’s capacity to act as Washington’s partner of first resort amid mounting global challenges Read more
July Decarpentrie
Think Paris agrees on how to handle its nuclear weapons? You are mistaken. July Decarpentrie examines French nuclear strategic debate from 1972 to the present. She argues that what appears to be a continuous doctrine is in fact shaped by ongoing debates to ensure its relevance over time and across changing geopolitical contexts Read more
Süleyman Güngör
What is seen as a symbol of pride in one country may be viewed as a provocation in another. Reflecting on the recent controversy over a footballer’s hand gesture linked to Turkish nationalism, Süleyman Güngör explores how physical expressions of cultural identity triggered international tensions Read more
Mebratu Kelecha
Democracy in Africa is at a crossroads. While regimes do hold elections, many still fail to deliver on their democratic promises. Mebratu Kelecha argues for a non-adversarial form of democracy inspired by Africa's rich Indigenous Gada system, which emphasises inclusivity, consensus-building, and cooperation Read more
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