Reconceptualising Structural Power: A New Concept Made Out of Sterling Parts
The two analytic tools introduced here enable the conceptualisation of a structural approach to power that is ontologically accessible and fit for operationalization.
Crime against Humanity?
Ayatollah Montazeri’s critique of executions in the 1980’s is an admittance of crimes against humanity. Recognising them as such could raise awareness of other crimes.
How Inequality Undermines Democracy
To the extent that inequality effectively speaks to a shrinking middle class it represents a threat to democracy.
Interview – Daniela DeBono
Daniela DeBono discusses her approach to the migration-human rights nexus, explains a cultural approach to human rights, and urges young scholars to question assumptions.
Being a ‘Whole Educator’
Instructors of multi-cultural classrooms must branch out and begin to devote some of their time to understanding their students as a whole.
Beginner’s Textbook – International Relations
A ‘Day 0’ introduction to International Relations for beginners, placing the reader inside crucial issues and debates so they can understand how things work and where they fit in the world.
The Struggle for the German-Turkish Partnership: Preventing the “Train Crash”
Germany and Turkey are tied to each other through a complex interdependency. Continuous dialogue is a necessity for both parties.
Review – Too Little, Too Late: The Quest to Resolve Sovereign Debt Crises
A timely volume that details what we have learned from a long history of attempts to govern sovereign debt, and which is bound to be a reference for debates yet to come.
Conflict in Kashmir: From the Ground Up
As long as the world does not pay attention to the Kashmiri narrative, Kashmir will see many more periods of agitation, disruption and protest.
Review – The Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers
An authoritative account of the intelligence services often tumultuous interactions with Downing Street, which nonetheless lacks a degree of theoretical appreciation.
