Dawn Murphy explores the under-analysed rise of China as an actor in the Middle East and Africa, but underplays the competitive nature of China’s military ventures.
Kevin Bloor speaks about the A-Level global politics course, his book Understanding Global Politics, how to think about the exam, structuring essays, and more.
Myriam Dunn Cavelty discusses developments in the politics of cyber-security, including conflict and international norms, resilience, and the role of the private sector.
Andreas Umland reflects on the Russia-Ukraine war, the long-term implications of Western sanctions against Russia, and a potential military deterrence against escalation.
Robert Fatton Jr. talks about the international politics of Haiti and Caribbean affairs, looking at the global marginalisation of Haiti in the ‘outer periphery’ (part one of two).
Campbell Craig elaborates on theoretical and practical approaches to nuclear politics, from power preponderance to rising concerns over the possibility of nuclear warfare.
Sabrina Villenave details the history of policing through colonial mindsets in Brazil, but could do with more philosophical exploration of perceptions of the dead body.
William Goodhind talks about his website Contested Ground and the benefits and challenges of using satellite imagery to monitor the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Michael Reid provides a comprehensive political history of Spain, but the foundations of his critiques of Spain’s multiple separatist movements raises questions.
Sreeram Chaulia discusses how the field of strategic studies needs to adapt to changing times, as well as approaches to strategic partnerships, particularly India’s.
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