Opinion – The Rationale of Russia’s ‘Special Military Operation’ in Ukraine
Russia seeks to depopulate and destroy the entity that since 1991 has existed as the independent Ukrainian state. Only deeply flawed narratives can describe this situation otherwise.
Beyond Geopolitics: Re-Examining Russia’s BRICS Relationship
More than material benefit, status concerns are key to Russia’s engagement – but domestic issues should not be overlooked.
The Russo-Ukrainian War’s Impact: Africa and a ‘Neo-Cold War’
The impact of the war on Russia-Africa relations will depend on how the eventual end of the war affects the distribution of power in the global system.
Opinion – Challenging the European Migration Agenda
Given the failure of European governments and IGOs to adopt a human rights-based response to migration flows, what hope is there for civil society to drive change?
Opinion – The War in Ukraine and Food Security in Africa
Before becoming the ‘next breadbasket of the world’, African leaders are right to prioritize their food security needs at home.
Opinion – Energy Security: Moldova’s Quest for New Suppliers
Moldova is steering towards a new energy security strategy, but its effectiveness will depend on the management of short and long-term political concerns.
Opinion – Coming in from the Soviet Cold: Feminist Politics in Kazakhstan
In Kazakhstan, there is now a well-organized feminist network. There are however limitations to the growth of feminist politics.
LGBTQ Politics in Kazakhstan: A Cross-Cutting Electoral Cleavage?
LGBTQ politics and activism, bolstered by international support, could prove a time-bomb that further threatens state stability.
Lula Is Back on the International Stage, or Is He?
Lula will bring back the traditions Brazil has cultivated since democratization, but its foreign policy will not be quite so ambitious as in the past.
Opinion – A Psychological Perspective on Putin’s War with Ukraine
In Putin’s case, his identity, personality, and desire to leave a legacy, coupled with other factors, make him more susceptible to using nuclear weapons.
