International Economy

Maria Pepelassis Security, Trade and the Economy The United States of America Western Europe

Ready for Change?: France’s Labour Reforms, China-US Trade and the Power of Political Culture

France’s labour reforms, although popular, have ignited widespread union opposition. Maria Pepelassis discusses the enduring importance of political culture, and specifically, socialist politics in France.

Aishwarya Sahai Climate Change Development Global Governance Security, Trade and the Economy

Economic Consequences of Water Scarcity

Aishwarya Sahai discusses how water scarcity affects economic productivity and international security.

Diplomatic Relations Eastern Europe and Russia France International Relations ISIS Islamic State Peace & Security Russia Sandy Vingoe Syria Terrorism Ukraine

Russia’s Global Strategy: Moscow’s Motivations in Ukraine and Syria

Russian activities in Ukraine and Syria share similar motivating factors. Sandy Vingoe examines Russia’s global strategy of aggressively countering threats to Russia’s political buffer states.

Central Asia Eastern Europe and Russia Russia Sandy Vingoe Security, Trade and the Economy

The Contest for Economic Supremacy in Central Asia

The entry of Chinese business into Central Asia has triggered a struggle for economic supremacy between Moscow and Beijing. Sandy Vingoe discusses what this would mean for the region.