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Have We Outsourced Our Preparations for a Hostile Attack?
Commentary, 6 December 2018Ruth Smeeth
An MP’s plea for a broader and more inclusive public debate about the security threats facing the UK.
Modern Deterrence, UK, Domestic Security, Resilience, Europe
A Green Wave in Germany?
Commentary, 30 November 2018Juliana Suess and Tobias Borck
The meteoric rise of what used to be a single-issue party has the potential to transform Germany’s politics and international posture just as much as the forthcoming election of a new Chancellor.
Leadership Centre, Germany, Defence Policy, Global Security Issues, Law and Ethics
Russian Cyber Operations: State-led Organised Crime
Commentary, 28 November 2018James Sullivan
Russia is emulating approaches used by cybercriminals as it blurs the line between state and non-state activities in cyberspace
Cyber, National Security Studies, Cyber Security, Russia, Technology
Initial Thoughts on the Government’s Assessment of the Security Partnership with the EU
Commentary, 28 November 2018Malcolm Chalmers
The Future Security Partnership with the EU keeps options open for future security cooperation – but the UK will have to decide how much sovereignty it is prepared to give up to maintain current...
Brexit Briefings, National Security Studies, European Union, UK Defence Policy, UK, National Security, UK Defence, Europe
High Expectations: The UK’s Role in Pakistan’s Fight Against Corruption
Commentary, 26 November 2018Tom Keatinge and Anton Moiseienko
Pakistan’s new government came to power 100 days ago vowing to fight corruption and recover looted national wealth. But the UK is integral to Pakistan’s anti-corruption effort, and London would be...
Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, Pakistan, AML/CTF, UK, Organised Crime
Probing the Baltic States: Why Russia’s Ambitions Do Not Have a Security Dimension
Commentary, 21 November 2018Emily Ferris
As a political and military reassurance, a recent NATO exercise in the Baltic region makes sense. But Russia’s real levers of influence over the Baltic states are not military, and NATO may not be...
NATO, International Security Studies, Russia, Global Security Issues, Intelligence, Europe
NATO’s Trident Juncture 2018 Exercise: Political Theatre with a Purpose
Commentary, 20 November 2018Jack Watling
NATO’s Trident Juncture 2018 military exercise has served to solidify ties between member states, but the Alliance remains vulnerable in the eventuality of a military confrontation from Russia.
United States, NATO, Russia, Military Sciences, Global Security Issues, Land Forces, Military Personnel, Europe
Take the Money and Run: The Role of Asset Confiscation Under the New Serious and Organised Crime Strategy
Commentary, 16 November 2018Helena Wood
The British government claims to be focussing on its ability to seize the proceeds of organised crime, but the response remains piecemeal, underfunded and poorly coordinated
Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies, UK
Social Media and Social Problems: A Complex Link
Commentary, 14 November 2018Tom Ascott
Social media is often seen as having a negative impact on politics and society. However, the evidence shows that many individuals are sceptical about the information they consume online.
Cyber, Information, Technology
India and Russia: Ties that Bind
Commentary, 12 November 2018Aaditya Dave
Ties between India and Russia may not be strengthening quite so fast as both sides diversify their partners, but history and strategic considerations still bind the two powers.
India, International Security Studies, Russia, Defence Policy, Europe, Central and South Asia
Russia’s ‘Silent’ Occupation and Georgia’s Territorial Integrity
In Context podcast - Episode 11: Jane Marriott OBE
Mitigating Cyber Risks: Is There Room for Two?