Security Strategy
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The Armed Forces as a Supporting Apparatus of Public Diplomacy
Abstract: Armed forces play an essential role in public diplomatic efforts. By conducting peacekeeping and human-centric operations, participating in international military exercises, and international engagement in humanitarian assistance, the armed forces effectively support public diplomacy. These missions provide revenue for exporting foreign policy. Active service of military members on the ground has the potential to… Read more →
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Does the Rising Demand for a European Army go Beyond Political Rhetoric?
Abstract: A vast majority of European Union (EU) heads of state and an increasing number of leading politicians have advocated for the initiation of an armed force within the region, preferably in the near future. Interestingly, the dialogue has not been followed by deeds, mainly due to lack of political will – a prerequisite to… Read more →
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Need for Synergy between the Police and the Army
Abstract: The contemporary security landscape in Nigeria poses unprecedented challenges that outstrip the protective capabilities of conventional police alone. Globally, the fight against insurgency and other novel security crises requires the police and other relevant security agencies’ collaboration, especially the army. However, this collaboration may be hindered by the recurring inter-agency conflicts among the police… Read more →
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Reviewing EU Strategic Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World Order
Abstract: Strategic foreign policy is what the EU needs to master, rising to the challenges of the 21st century. In this, it needs to strive for agency across the board and not just primarily on the civilian side of sustainable development. Beyond building peace, it has to face adversity while cultivating strategic cooperation in a… Read more →
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EU Security Interests In The Korean Peninsula
Abstract: In meeting the prime concern of South Korea, the EU needs more engagement beyond “critical” engagement on the Korean peninsula to work towards peace and denuclearisation. While this can contribute to avoiding a situation in which Seoul sees itself sucked into the Chinese orbit, it is also in the interest of the EU as… Read more →
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Europe and the US: Strategic Partners in Leadership
Abstract: Europe must become more self-reliant in security and defense policy, without the transatlantic alliance becoming less important in the process. It is not enough to talk about establishing a “European Army” or so-called PESCO or setting up a European defense fund. The first step must be a joint answer to the question: what should… Read more →
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