Harnessing Alterity to Address the Obstacles of the Democratic Peace Theory
Democratic Peace Theory is challenged in this essay, specifically examining whether democracy is the only route to peace.
The Energy Relationship Between Russia and the European Union
The EU-Russia energy relationship resembles an uneasy marriage. Both parties want to exit in the long run, but remain bound to one another for the immediate future.
Has the US Learned from Its Experience in the Vietnam War?
Successive administrations have failed to draw lessons from US involvement in Vietnam. This has proved detrimental to recent international interventions.
Misreading Clausewitz: The Enduring Relevance of On War
Criticism of Clausewitz is based on a fundamental misreading of Clausewitz’s theory of war and the philosophical framework in which it is set.
Is Huntington’s “Clash of Civilizations” a Self-fulfilled Prophecy?
Huntington’s “Clash of Civilizations,” though fraught with polarizing opinions, still has relevance to contemporary policies and politics.
To What Extent Has China’s Security Policy Evolved in Sub-saharan Africa?
China’s security policy toward Sub-Saharan Africa has grown more interventionist as its economic ties deepen and its desire to protect Chinese citizens abroad increases.
EU Foreign Policy in East Asia: EU-Japan Relations and the Rise of China
While Japan and the EU are allies who emphasize liberal values in their foreign policy, geopolitical concerns have prevented them from agreeing on a China policy.
The Dangers of Securitizing Health
Securitization can be a beneficial strategy for policy makers in global health but its Eurocentric nature creates a binary between the West and developing states.
In Search of a European Strategy? From a Normative to a Pragmatic Approach
Differences between the ESS and the EUGS are examined, illustrating challenges the EU expects to face and the long-term framework of the EU’s foreign and defence policy.
The Use of “Remote” Warfare: A Strategy to Limit Loss and Responsibility
Remote warfare has become increasingly popular among Western governments as both a political and military tool in the fight against terror.
