Theory seminar: Politicians' field visits to conflict zones: From empirical observation to theoretical contribution
NUPI has the pleasure of inviting you to a theory seminar with Dr Berit Bliesemann de Guevara from Aberystwyth University.
UN Peacebuilding Architecture: The First 10 Years
Since its establishment, the UN's Peacebuilding Architecture (PBA) has been involved in peacebuilding processes in more than 20 countries. This edited volume takes stock of the overall impact of the PBA during its first decade in existence, and generates innovative recommendations for how the architecture can be modified and utilized to create more synergy and fusion between the UN's peace and development work. The volume is based on commissioned research and independent evaluations as well as informed opinions of several key decision-makers closely engaged in shaping the UN's peacebuilding agenda. It seeks to find a balance between identifying the reality and constraints of the UN's multilateral framework, while being bold in exploring new and innovative ways in which the UN can enhance the results of its peace and development work through the PBA. The research and writing of each chapter has been guided by four objectives: to assess the overall impact of the PBA; to generate innovative ideas for how the PBA can be made more effective post-2015; to analyze the PBA’s role at the nexus of the UN's peace and development work; and to consider what would be required for the PBA to increase and improve its impact in future. It will be of interest to diplomats, UN officials, the policy community and scholars engaged in the debate following the 2015 review and the implementation of its recommendations, and will be an essential resource for UN and peacebuilding scholars.
The Horn of Africa: Its strategic importance for Europe, the Gulf States and beyond
In this seminar, Alexander Rondos will address the challenges facing the region and the Horn’s strategic importance Europe, the Gulf states and other actors. A key question is how these challenges can be converted into a joint effort that will allow for the integration of the Horn of Africa into a platform of security and economic cooperation?
Food Security in India: the Interactions of Climate Change, Economics, Politics and Trade (FOODSEC)
Climate change threatens the food production systems and livelihoods of a significant proportion of the population in India....
Humanitarian Changes, Humanitarian Challenges and the Protection of Civilians
This seminar will discuss possible conflicts between humanitarian principles and local realities.
What are the West's greatest security threats now ?
Professor at LSE Christopher Coker is sharing his views in a video interview at NUPI.