Changing approaches to security

Looking the 'monster' in the face: The International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala

By Julia Schünemann (02/11/2010) Other publications

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Guatemala simultaneously faces a post-conflict recovery and a dual crisis of security and legitimacy

Changing approaches to security

The battle for Ukraine's energy allegiance

By Natalia Shapovalova (23/09/2010) Policy Brief

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As the main route of Russian gas into Europe, Ukraine is vital to European and Russian energy security. While the EU seeks integrate the country in its energy market to secure gas supplies, Russia seeks to prevent reform in order to secure stable gas export incomes and continue exerting power over its ‘sphere of privileged interest’. Ukraine has to choose between the energy security guarantees of the EU and Russia.

Changing approaches to security

Seizing momentum in Bosnia

By Sofia Sebastián (10/09/2010) Policy Brief

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The EU’s policy in Bosnia has stagnated. Ahead of the upcoming general elections in October, EU policy-makers must consider the key challenges, evaluate potential risks and opportunities, and develop a new strategic plan jointly with the US and other international actors.

Changing approaches to security

The International Court of Justice and future of Kosovo

By Judy Batt (15/07/2010) Policy Brief

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The International Court of Justice has endorsed Kosovo’s declaration of independence. However, it seems that politics, not the Court’s ruling, will determine the future of Kosovo.

 

Changing approaches to security

NATO's new Strategic Concept

By Jos Boonstra (08/06/2010) Policy Brief

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NATO is drafting a new Strategic Concept. What will it have to say about the European security architecture, its partnerships and the economic crisis?

Changing approaches to security

The EU and the vicious circle of poverty and insecurity in Latin America

By Susanne Gratius (11/05/2010) Working Paper

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Despite the lack of inter-state conflicts, the reduction in poverty levels and the holding of democratic elections, Latin America is one of the world’s most violent regions.