Constructing ‘Terrorism’: Contradictory Discourses of the Reagan Years
The discourse on ‘terrorism’ has always been, full of contradictions and inconsistencies. Its central normative claim remains as untenable today as it was in the 1980s.
North Korea’s Nuclear Quest
The United States may not be able to force North Korea to abandon its nuclear program, but it can encourage them to use diplomacy instead of throwing nuclear tantrums.
Fatal Distraction: Maintaining Proper Focus in Chaos
Will the US be able to effectively focus its efforts and convince the world that its policies and strategies are correct despite the distraction of the latest headlines?
The US Response to North Korea: The Cyber Option
Despite the dangers of a cyber response to North Korea, the US could block North Korea’s access to cyber-space and make it clear that the they were behind the attacks.
Does North Korea Want to Be Attacked?
As the Trump administration considers North Korea’s recent belligerence, it should bear in mind that launching limited strikes might be exactly what Kim Jong-un wants.
Interview – Benjamin Habib
Dr. Habib talks about the meaning of the Paris Agreement, environmental politics in North Korea, and the problems with sovereignty in a static territorial system.
South Korea’s New President: Into Rough Foreign Policy Waters
The government of Moon Jae-in faces a number of foreign policy challenges; he may ride a wave of popular support at home – but will have to deal with rougher waters.
Winning Hostilities Without War: United States-North Korea Machinations
Despite the threats of Kim Jong-Un to destabilize the region, the US and North Korea are both intent on winning the hostilities without going to war.
How to Convince Kim Jong Un to Denuclearize North Korea
The time for negotiation between the US, China and North Korea is now. Let us just hope a cloistered and paranoid Kim Jong Un is willing to come out of his shell.
Xi and the North Korea Challenge in the Trump Era
The United States and China must jointly address the North Korea challenge, based on the consensus that North Korea is a common security threat and peace is possible.
