Sanctions as Violence
Honest discussions are needed on whether the price paid by those who are directly affected by ‘economic pain’ is worth the political goals of the sanctioners.
Interview – Andreas Umland
Andreas Umland reflects on the Russia-Ukraine war, the long-term implications of Western sanctions against Russia, and a potential military deterrence against escalation.
Opinion – Deciphering China’s Uncomfortable Sanctions Discourses
Although China is acutely aware of the power it is acquiring through a formalized sanctions regime, it is proceeding with caution.
The Danger of Passive Containment and Ignoring North Korea
If stagnation in inter-Korean cooperation is to be bypassed, there needs to be a new approach that goes beyond leveraging economic support for denuclearisation.
Interview – Daniel McDowell
Daniel McDowell reflects on developments in the global economy and international currencies, and how they are impacted by sanctions and international organisations.
Interview – Dawid Walentek
Dawid Walentek discusses his research into sanctions and counter-sanctions as well as cooperation on coercion.
Interview – Hilary Appel
Hilary Appel sets out why Ukraine is so important to Russia, the role of NATO and China in the conflict, as well as the impact of sanctions.
US Sanctions against Iran and Their Implications for the Indo-Pacific
Sanctions against Iran pose a dilemma for India and a significant challenge for Iran’s foreign policy, especially in the latter’s strategic partnership with India.
Can Zimbabwe Move Beyond the Sanctions Rhetoric?
As long as the playing field is not level, inequality between the political elite and the ordinary citizen will ensure that Zimbabwe remains politically unstable and a humanitarian concern.
Becoming a ‘Responsible Power’?: China’s New Role During the JCPOA Negotiations
When U.N. requirements were not met by Iran, China allowed stricter sanctions to be passed. Each time, China’s goal was to have Iran come back to the negotiating table.
