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Abstract: The Maldives, a sought-after tourist destination, recently faced significant backlash as Indian tourists, constituting 11% of its market, boycotted the archipelagic nation following derogatory remarks about Indian PM Narendra Modi and Indian culture by three deputy ministers of President Mohamed Muizzu’s administration. Subsequently, influential figures, including cricketers and Bollywood actors, have redirected the irked… Read more →
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Abstract: As warfare has expanded to its sixth domain, the cognitive domain, securing national interests involves targeting the capabilities of the adversary instead of the adversary themselves. This evolving warfare comprises targeting every source of the adversary’s strengths (and the means that enhance it) – internal political stability; economic stability; international image; and, most recently,… Read more →
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Abstract: Cognitive biases do not necessarily impact a single decision but can be rooted in national (civilisational) strategic thinking. Biased strategic thinking can lead to misguided strategies drawing on different international system configurations, thus giving rise to the pursuit of unrealistic goals or the underestimation of security threats. A vivid example of such biased views of… Read more →
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A Journey Through China’s Rise and What it Means for India Ananth Krishnan, (HarperCollins India, 2020). pp. 420. Ananth Krishnan’s “India’s China Challenge” offers readers a deep and nuanced exploration of the complex dynamics between India and China. Krishnan, a correspondent in Beijing for a decade, provides a unique and first-hand perspective on China’s remarkable… Read more →
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Abstract: Amidst a meteoric rise to power in the political-economic domains, China has ramped up aggressive nationalist overtures regarding reunification with Taiwan. While this provides a basis for an (likely) invasion, China’s dominant role in supranational bodies gives it an unprecedented geoeconomic advantage and impetus. This is further augmented by China’s Belt and Road Initiative… Read more →
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Abstract: As part and parcel of the international standards on combating money laundering and terrorism finance and proliferation, countries need to assess the risk of money laundering and terrorism financing. They should also ideally apply a risk-based approach to commensurate their economic resources according to the risk. To better understand the value of conducting a… Read more →
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Abstract: We can reconceptualise warfare by contrasting Clausewitz with the modern practice of cognitive warfare, as evidenced by Ukraine’s defence methodologies. The strategic orchestration of ‘infopolitik’ and the sophisticated use of social media can shape narratives and public perception. This article revisits Clausewitz’s tenet of war as a political instrument and juxtaposes it with contemporary… Read more →
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Abstract: Access to outer space is critical for all, small or big, and all countries are equal stakeholders of the Global Commons. It is essential for a host of activities, including civilian and security. Outer space is often characterised as ‘global commons,’ and the Outer Space Treaties have historically ensured the equal opportunity to explore… Read more →
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Abstract: The world has never been safe for small and vulnerable countries. Their perilous position has been largely determined by weak economic, political and military capabilities, which deprive them of the ability to ensure their national security effectively. The existing literature concerning national security of small and vulnerable countries reveals that overemphasis is placed upon… Read more →
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