Bücher der Reihe Global Security in a Changing World

Offers an analysis of the operationalization and institutionalization of the peace and security architecture by the African Union and Africa's Regional Economic Communities (RECs). This title includes chapters which provide key points for reflection on the architecture as a whole as well as on each of the structures under implementation.

The security issues confronting Asia are complex. This book brings together regional perspectives from across Asia, to examine how the challenges are perceived and managed; drawing upon the concepts of securitization and desecuritization. It is aimed at those interested in security studies, international relations and development studies.

Revisits post-Cold War Disarmament Disintegration and Reintegration (DDR) programmes in the light of previous experiences of disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration. This book is suitable for policy makers, students and scholars of conflict studies, and those working in NGOs, particularly donor agencies.

The refugee phenomenon is a major force in international politics. This title analyses how and why refugees, victims of insecurity caused by persecution and the many incessant conflicts which continue unabated, have come to be viewed by scholars and practitioners as security threats.

Focuses on Canada's security policy in Africa and relations towards Africa's regional organizations. The author captures an emerging trend of cooperation on peace, security, and development between the Canadian government and African regional organizations in the twenty-first century.

By adopting a holistic multi-disciplinary approach which identifies key themes and case studies, this book sets the scene for the debate surrounding sustainable agriculture in post-conflict environments. Seeing 'fixing' agriculture as more than merely a technical matter, the volume focuses on this critical post-conflict challenge with social.