To What Extent Is ‘Great Power Competition’ A Threat to Global Security?
The maintenance of US hegemony versus Russia and China contributes significantly to the state of global security: a loss of position would likely have a negative impact.
Neopatrimonialism and Democratic Consolidation in Nigeria
In the context of democratic stagnation among new democracies, the author explores the features and negative consequences of neo-patrimonialism in Nigeria.
Are Non-democracies More Susceptible to Coups than Democracies in West Africa?
This essay identifies three broad reasons for coups in West Africa: ethnic fractionalization, lack of economic progress and military dominance over civilians.
China’s ‘World-Class’ Military Modernisation
China’s military modernisation and restructuring is a complex endeavour involving personalities, domestic politics, foreign relations and the economy.
Citizenship Deprivation Policy in the UK and Abroad: a Postcolonial Analysis
Colonial history is still reflected in the UK citizen deprivation policy, segregating white and Muslim British citizens—it has a global impact too.
The Islamic State’s Guidelines on Sexual Slavery: the Case of the Yazidis
The way ISIS rationalised its sexual slavery points to a transcendent and distinctive pattern of violence insufficiently explained by any of the existing theories.
Australia: International Agreements as Obligation in the Case of Climate Change
The high-emitting state of Australia has obligations considering its international agreements: especially vis-à-vis its vulnerable Pacific Island state neighbours.
Migration in the European Union: Mirroring American and Australian Policies
The European Union has abandoned its perceived humanitarian values to pursue a ‘state security’ ideology. The result? New policies make refugees increasingly unwelcome.
Securitisation, China and FDI: The EU’s Foreign Direct Investment Screening Regulation
This essay argues that the EU established a tight framework for Foreign Direct Investment screening to securitise Chinese FDI in Europe.
CPEC: An Assessment of Its Socio-economic Impact on Pakistan
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor has been underwhelming, plagued by shortcomings in the project itself and from the nature of governance and politics in Pakistan.
