Multiple Worlds of Trauma: Methodology, Eurocentrism, and the Colonial Traumatic
This essay discusses if and where it is possible to draw the defining line(s) of trauma amidst a diversity of perspectives without depoliticizing or/and colonizing it.
South Korea Is Not In Democratic Backslide (Yet)
Democratic backslide involves both the degradation of social development and democratic institutions. South Korea is experiencing the former, but not the latter.
The Metaphysical “On War”: Is Clausewitz Still Relevant in the 21st Century?
When analysing ‘On War’ today, it is important to make distinctions between Clausewitz the philosopher and Clausewitz the military strategist.
Neoliberalism in the UK and New Zealand: Validating Ideational Analyses
Analysing differences in social policy between NZ and the UK, which implemented similar economic policies 1984-1990, requires an ideationally focused critical lens.
Do Advances in Synthetic Biology have the Potential to Transform the Future of Warfare?
The social, political, and operational environment within which advances in synthetic biology exist are crucial in shaping its potential impact on warfare.
Feminist IR Scholarship on Conflict and Women’s Agency Across Time and Terrain
Feminist scholars in different periods examine women’s agency in time of conflict from distinct, yet sometimes strikingly similar, perspectives.
Neopatrimonialism and Democratic Consolidation in Nigeria
In the context of democratic stagnation among new democracies, the author explores the features and negative consequences of neo-patrimonialism in Nigeria.
China’s ‘World-Class’ Military Modernisation
China’s military modernisation and restructuring is a complex endeavour involving personalities, domestic politics, foreign relations and the economy.
Transforming Global Food Systems: Centering Indigenous Land Returns
Greater land returns to Indigenous people and recognition of Indigenous sovereignty can address the worsening global food insecurity crises.
Decolonisation and Violence: What It Takes to Decolonise IR
This essay seeks to understand what is envisioned for decolonizing IR. What does it take to realise this vision? Is it necessarily violent?
