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Excerpt: As the Ukraine crisis has demonstrated, we should not assume that freedom of information necessarily leads to a more open or democratic society. Information can be harnessed and manipulated by authoritarian regimes in order to generate confusion and undermine trust in government, often with unpredictable and destabilizing effects on society.
Margaret analyzes the spectacle and ramifications of China’s recent display of military power
In Part VII, Sandra Song demonstrates the aims and process of EU membership and enlargement.
Senior Research Analyst Eric Morse assesses the latest spike in speculation about Russia’s intentions in Syria.
Evan Blackwell explains how ISIS has capitalized on widespread grievances among Iraq’s Sunnis.
Our editors consider what threats have eluded reform or sufficient attention from international bodies.
Melanne Verveer, who served as U.S. Ambassador for Global Women’s Issues, remarked that clashes had occurred in 31 of the world’s 39 active conflicts after peace settlements. None of the 31 cases had women involved in the peace process.
Ian is arguing that 3D printing introduces a wide array of complex challenges to international security.
Kelsey Berg uncovers the misconceptions of Ethiopia, and whether the state should devote all of its resources to food security over its technological or political affairs.
In this multi-part series, Michael Oshell investigates the economic health and outlook of Europe’s largest economies.