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The 2010 Monsoon Flooding in South Asia: A Major Test of Resilience
As the floods in Pakistan continue their devastating effects on the country, who is taking the full weight of the relief effort, and should the Pakistani government be doing more?11 Aug 2010
Growing Tension in East Asia
The US and South Korean show-of-arms against North Korea have generated accusations from China of escalating tension in the region. Is this is a legitimate security response, or a sign of China's new-found assertiveness? 6 Aug 2010
Controlling cyberspace: the real issue at the heart of UAE vs RIM
As a number of Middle Eastern countries move to suspend BlackBerry services questions arise as to whether their concerns are really over security or more about an attempt to exert control in a cyber domain that does not adhere to national borders.
6 Aug 2010
Climate Change and Security in the News - July 2010
A round-up of articles relating to climate change and security in the world media for July 20105 Aug 2010
Can we afford to renew Trident?
The Chancellor, George Osborne, has announced that funding for the renewal of Britain's nuclear deterrent must come from the Ministry of Defence's core budget. RUSI's Malcolm Chalmers assesses the ramifications of this announcement. 30 Jul 2010
With allies like this: what the Wikileaks war logs say about Pakistan
While Wikileaks’ widely-publicised military leak has turned the media spotlight onto Pakistan, the country’s involvement in Afghanistan will come as little surprise to coalition troops. The unfavourable timing of the leak, however, together with its substantial effect on public support for the war, means that Washington must act now to bring Pakistan back onto side. 28 Jul 2010
Debating the Deterrent: Why the Cruise Missile Option Does Not Add Up
With defence spending under scrutiny, the spotlight has long since shone on Britain’s nuclear deterrent. But while the costs of replacing Trident are high, the difficulties of creating a new system may be a price we simply cannot afford to pay.27 Jul 2010
Leaked Afghanistan War: Old bad news revealed at a new bad time
The leaking of 90,000 combat reports from Afghanistan reveals a familiar but depressing picture of operations in Afghanistan. Yet their revelation comes at a critical juncture for policymakers. 27 Jul 2010
The leaking of the Afghan War documents
How significant is the release of the Afghan war documents on WikiLeaks? RUSI Director Michael Clarke gives his assessment26 Jul 2010
The Military Uses of Space
Brigadier General John Hyten discusses the current and future use of space by the US military, from improving aerospace capabilities to the potential offered by space-based surveillance systems. As the leading space-faring nation, the US is looking to build international cooperation with the aim of maximising expertise and responsible participation in the use of space. 26 Jul 2010
Is the Ministry of Defence living beyond its means?
The recent National Audit Office (NAO) report has once again raised the issue of the affordability of defence and argues for finance to have a louder voice in the Ministry of Defence (MoD). But should fiscal responsibility achieve such prominence when military lives are at risk?26 Jul 2010
Is it time to talk to Hamas?
Boycotting Hamas is not a sustainable option for the international community. There are currently several factors which could persuade Hamas to play by international norms and the European Union is well placed to enforce this.23 Jul 2010
What is the British national interest?
Sir Christopher Meyer, former British Ambassador to the United States, reflects on the future prospects for the British national interest.21 Jul 2010
11/7: The July 2010 Kampala Bombings
In the aftermath of the Kampala bombings, contentious questions are being raised regarding the influence of extremist groups in the region. With Uganda calling for a consolidated military presence in the country, is Somalia becoming the new Afghanistan?20 Jul 2010
Keeping the ‘Mud-Slinging’ out of a counter-terrorism legislation review
The announcement of an upcoming review of key counter-terrorism and security legislation has received many positive reactions. However, while the threat of terrorism still remains, is a reduction in police powers really a move in the right direction? 14 Jul 2010
Zimbabwe Deputy Prime Minister on country's development
Zimbabwe's Deputy Prime Minister, Thokozani Khupe, briefs RUSI on security, economic and democratic developments in her country.12 Jul 2010
New Chief of the Defence Staff
General Sir David Richards has been announced as the next Chief of the Defence Staff replacing Air Chief Marshal Sir Jock Stirrup.28 Jul 2010
Nick Harvey MP Delivers Keynote Address
Nick Harvey MP, Minister of State for the Armed Forces delivered his Keynote Address to The RUSI Future Maritime Operations Conference. 7 Jul 2010
Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope's Keynote Address
Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope GCB OBE ADC, First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff delivered his Keynote Address to The RUSI Future Maritime Operations Conference. 7 Jul 2010
7 July bombings five years on: The Psychological Impacts of 7/7
It is important that the public do not allow the events of 7/7, or any terrorist activity, to fundamentally re-shape the way they go about their everyday lives, but it is important that we acknowledge that the events of 7/7 can still be causing psychological distress to those who were most significantly affected by it as well as the general public.7 Jul 2010
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