Security and Defence

With the inadequacy of the immediate defensive measures taken by NATO as a result of the Ukraine crisis now clear both in their own terms and in light of Russia's actions in Syria, the alliance has embarked on a build-up that is helping to close the defensive gap.

The effectiveness of South African mercenaries in the fight against Boko Haram has led to an increase in support for the use of Public Military Companies. But there is a need for appropriate regulation to ensure they do not become part of the problem.

The past two months of political events in Romania offer an accurate image of the inner workings of and flaws within the country's system as a whole.

As the Obama Administration’s time in office came to a close, there is prudence in assessing the “Pivot to Asia.”

The recent agreement between Japan and South Korea to improve sharing of intelligence information marks an inflection point in bilateral relations. Brought together by Pyongyang’s belligerence, Seoul and Tokyo have found common ground and an impetus for more significant cooperation.

India's campaign against fake currency is likely to have a significant short-term impact of terrorist funding, but only a more comprehensive approach can provide a long term solution.

By gaining separation today, the US will be in a better position to negotiate with the Philippines from a position of strength tomorrow.

Facing a $1 trillion bill to recapitalise its nuclear triad, the US should now seek to assess the purpose for which it is sustaining its nuclear force not just in the context of symbolism, but for the practical value it can provide to the defence of its interests.

In the world of realpolitik, President Duterte needs to repair the country’s relations with its only bulwark, the US, unless it wishes to grant its territorial claims to China on a silver platter.

On 6 October, the European Union launched its European Border and Coast Guard. But the force is not the solution that will end the migration crisis – it is merely the first step in a long-lasting and highly complex process.