Non-State Actors / IGOs

Should the Rome Statute Include the Crime of Ecocide?

Ari Bilotta • Aug 28 2019 • Essays

The crime of ‘Ecocide’ is analysed within the context of the Vietnam War, suggesting that it should be added to the Rome Statute.

The Emergent Role of Cities as Actors in International Relations

Salome Gongadze • Aug 6 2019 • Essays

Cities are behaving as actors in contemporary international politics by mimicking diplomatic practices, organising transnational networks, and engaging with IOs.

The Colonisation of Thought in Contemporary Climate Change Governance Models

Will Bunce • Aug 1 2019 • Essays

The ontological and epistemological knowledge of indigenous communities should have an active, collaborative, and participatory role in climate change discourse.

The Limitations and Capabilities of the United Nations in Modern Conflict

Nina Kalantar • Jul 10 2019 • Essays

The ongoing Syrian Civil War exemplifies the need to reform the United Nations Security Council in order to better address elements of modern conflict.

The Crime-Conflict Nexus: Connecting Cause and Effect

Daniel Odin Shaw • Jun 27 2019 • Essays

The structure of a group can affect how criminality affects discipline and cohesion, while political aspirations can define the level of involvement in crime.

A New Conceptualisation of Child Reintegration in Conflict Contexts

Tania González Veiga • Jun 21 2019 • Essays

DDR programmes continue to fail at meeting specific needs of children associated with armed forces and groups. A reconceptualisation of these programmes is needed.

Only Intergovernmentalism? Partisanship and Public Policy in the European Union

Ryan J. Bain • Jun 21 2019 • Essays

Contrary to popular belief, partisan politics have a notable impact in determining and shaping public policy within the European Union.

Returning Rohingya: What Does the “Voluntary” in “Voluntary Repatriation” Mean?

Jonas Skorzak • May 13 2019 • Essays

To examine the voluntariness of voluntary repatriation for Rohingya refugees, a new definition of voluntariness based on acceptable alternatives and capabilities is used.

Is Universal Health Coverage Always the Best Solution to Health Challenges?

Jed Lim • Apr 19 2019 • Essays

While Universal Health Coverage remains a goal worth pursuing, it faces numerous local and global challenges rendering its meaningful implementation difficult.

Egypt’s Security Paradox in Libya

Kay Westenberger • Apr 8 2019 • Essays

Direct security concerns have pushed Egypt into a security paradox regarding Libya. By supporting militias, Egypt is directly contradicting UN unity efforts.

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