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Climate change, weak states and the “war on terrorism” in South and Southeast Asia.

Climate change is emerging as one of the key security challenges of the 21st century, a challenge that will increasingly have effects in the realm of counter-terrorism. Since January 2002, the United States Government has grounded its counter-terrorism policies within an international/diplomatic framework of well-governed states that have the capacity and willingness to cooperate with … Continue reading Climate change, weak states and the “war on terrorism” in South and Southeast Asia. →

Ecomigration and violent conflict: Case studies and public policy implications

In 2005, a hurricane named Katrina hit the states of Louisiana and Mississippi in the US, destroying properties and flooding areas. Many people left the region and still have not returned. While some of these people may eventually return, some may not, becoming migrants. Assuming this phenomenon will occur, is it unique? What is the … Continue reading Ecomigration and violent conflict: Case studies and public policy implications →