Join us as we explore the European Union’s role in Afghanistan with Dr Oz Hassan. This interview examines the challenges of implementing the ‘Bonn Model,’ balancing democratisation with security, and the EU’s engagement with Afghanistan’s neighbours. Discover the key lessons…
In this interview, Professor Yangmo Ku explores the complexities of North and South Korean relations, addressing issues such as North Korea’s nuclear threat, arms build-up, and shifting perceptions of South Korea. The discussion covers regional dynamics, including North Korea’s cooperation…
In this interview, Dr. Srabani Roy Choudhury discusses the evolving dynamics of India-Japan relations in the Indo-Pacific, covering strategic initiatives like SAGAR, Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific vision, and defence cooperation. Key topics include the impact of Taiwan, Japan’s defence…
In this insightful interview with Philipp Ivanov, we explore the evolving dynamics of Australia-China relations amid shifting geopolitical landscapes. The conversation covers key topics such as Australia’s security strategies, the impact of alliances like AUKUS and the Quad, and the…
In this interview with Assistant Professor Elena Ziliotti, we explore the contrasts between meritocratic democracy and traditional governance, drawing insights from both Western and Confucian political theories. Ziliotti discusses the strengths and weaknesses of political meritocracy, offering reflections on its…
In this insightful interview, Dr. Marianna Charountaki delves into the complex dynamics of Kurdish politics, examining the impact of the 2003 U.S. invasion on the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG) and the effects of the 2017 independence referendum. She discusses global…
In this episode of ‘IR thinker’, we dive into Romania’s energy security and its strategic role in the Black Sea region. Roxana Caliminte, an esteemed energy expert and former Deputy Secretary General of Gas Infrastructure Europe, discusses Romania’s geopolitical challenges,…
In this interview with Dr Andrew Reddie, we explore the evolution of arms control from the Cold War era to the challenges of modern technological governance. Dr Reddie discusses key factors influencing treaty implementation, the roles of various global actors,…
Join us for an insightful interview with Professor Paul Craig as he unravels the story behind the 2004 EU Constitutional Treaty. Explore the dynamics of the Convention on the Future of Europe, the reasons behind the treaty’s failure, and the…
Welcome to our discussion with Professor Iver B. Neumann, a prominent Norwegian political scientist and social anthropologist, and Director of the Fridtjof Nansen Institute in Oslo. In this interview, we examine the shifting dynamics of European diplomacy in the context…