The Metaphysical “On War”: Is Clausewitz Still Relevant in the 21st Century?
When analysing ‘On War’ today, it is important to make distinctions between Clausewitz the philosopher and Clausewitz the military strategist.
Do Advances in Synthetic Biology have the Potential to Transform the Future of Warfare?
The social, political, and operational environment within which advances in synthetic biology exist are crucial in shaping its potential impact on warfare.
Deconstructing Narco-Terrorism in Failed States: Afghanistan and Colombia
The essay establishes the causational relation, or the lack thereof, between failed states and narco-terrorism; re-framing narco-terrorism’s ontology, and epistemology.
The Dangerous Double Game: The Coexistence of Nuclear Weapons and Human Rights
Nuclear weapons and human rights coexist in the form of a double game. Commitments to both differ across states, but security is often given precedence over rights.
Analysing Bøås and Jennings’ Interpretation of State Failure and Human Security
The author delves into the concepts of state failure, state and human-centered security, as well as argues for reconsideration of the idea of a one-model-fits-all state.
Outsourcing Security at Sea: Constructivism and Private Maritime Security Companies
Constructivism effectively explains the return and use of armed private security companies in the maritime domain.
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.
Feminist IR Scholarship on Conflict and Women’s Agency Across Time and Terrain
Feminist scholars in different periods examine women’s agency in time of conflict from distinct, yet sometimes strikingly similar, perspectives.
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.
Transforming Global Food Systems: Centering Indigenous Land Returns
Greater land returns to Indigenous people and recognition of Indigenous sovereignty can address the worsening global food insecurity crises.
