Today’s EU referendum brings up not only the question of whether Britain would be better with or without Europe, but whether referendums are the way these decisions should be made.
Author: Usman Javed
Usman Javed is completing a Masters of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge. He is a recent graduate from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Environmental Science. As the author of several articles, editorials, reports and media publications, he has presented his research at a number of academic conferences and research institutes such as the Munk School of Global Affairs, Balsillie School of International Affairs, University of Western Ontario and Stendhal University Grenoble. His areas of interest include diplomacy and negotiations, nuclear proliferation, non-state actors, and Middle Eastern and South Asian affairs.
The Breakdown on Brexit
In the lead up to the EU referendum, Usman Javed takes a look at public debate on Brexit and the various factors behind voters’ preferences.
Drone Strikes: The Issue with Lack of Transparency
Usman Javed reviews the effectiveness of the current drone program and issues regarding transparency.
Back to Drones
Usman Javed looks at the debate surrounding the use of non-military drones.
Climate Refugees: Yet Another Reason to Fight Climate Change
Usman Javed discusses the problem of environmental refugees associated and climate change.
Talks Extended: Future of the Nuclear Deal
Usman Javed discusses the future of the nuclear negotiations with Iran.
Nuclear Talks with Iran: Where Do We Stand?
Usman Javed explores the developments in the nuclear negotiations with Iran and discusses the benefits as well as the obstacles in reaching a successful framework.