An Unnecessary War: The Geopolitical Roots of the Ukraine Crisis
Ukraine’s geopolitical position, and the interventions of competing outside powers pursuing their own self-interest led to the continuing civil war in Ukraine.
Can the United States and China avoid A Thucydides Trap?
“The Thucydides Trap” may prove to be moot. There is nothing inevitable about China’s rise but if it continues to rise, the dangers do not lie with “THE” Thucydides Trap.
Cuba: The Embargo Continues
It would be good if the embargo on Cuba were lifted but the establishment of diplomatic relations do no such thing. Rumors of the its demise are greatly exaggerated.
The Asia-Pacific Scramble and a ‘Larger Australia’
Australia should begin to position itself as a politically-astute player in the region and in doing so, make decisions that create realpolitik rather than frictions.
NAFTA’s Future and Regional Security Cooperation
The ultimate fate of NAFTA might be that the forces it has unleashed – mass migrations and transnational organized crime – are too powerful and destabilizing to contain.
The US Coast Guard’s Western Hemisphere Strategy
The US Coast Guard seems interested in being the tip of the spear on positive US security activities in the Greater Caribbean’s future.
‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ and IR Theory
Hollywood has a long history of trading in subtle political messaging and reinforcing the notion of US military might as a force for good, even when things get ugly.
Time for a New Western Strategy in Ukraine
Western strategy towards the Ukraine crisis has been a failure. Without a dose of deterrence to complement diplomatic efforts, Eastern Europe may share Ukraine’s fate.
Critical Questions on the US-Cuba Rapprochement
It could be naive to think that Obama’s openings to Cuba were just a move to improve relations without expecting any reciprocation in terms of democracy and human rights.
Reflections on the American War, Karzai, and Orientalism in Afghanistan
The lens of Orientalism allows us to see the weight of historical and cultural gravity in Afghanistan. However, it has reached its metaphorical zenith in the country.
