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In Kyrgyzstan, ‘violent extremism’ has come into focus in the last few years, with many national and international actors shifting their attention to the 'preventing or countering violent extremism agenda.' But can the agenda properly address the security concerns of people in Kyrgyzstan?
15 March 2019
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There has been too little discussion of the enormous risks that counter-terrorism involvement in UN peace operations poses for UN efforts to maintain and build peace.
6 September 2018
There is a risk that the women, peace and security agenda could be co-opted by efforts to counter violent extremism. In her latest comment piece, Anna Möller-Loswick explains why it should be prioritised and implemented in its own right.
26 April 2017
In this long read, Saferworld takes readers to Lamu County on Kenya’s coast. Lamu - tourist paradise, investment hub, flashpoint of ethnic and religious tensions - is a battleground in Kenya’s internationally-backed war on terror.
12 April 2017
Following a number of high-profile terror attacks, Lola Aliaga and Kloe Tricot O'Farrell urge international actors to focus their efforts on addressing exclusive and abusive governance, corruption and marginalisation in order to support a peaceful and sustainable democratic transition in Tunisia.
2 March 2017
Ursala Knudsen-Latta examines recent statements from US Secretary Rex Tillerson for insight into his foreign policy perspective
13 February 2017
David Alpher looks at the new US administration's foreign policy and outlines how President Trump could more effectively promote peace and security abroad
7 February 2017
David Alpher and Ursala Knudsen-Latta outline a range of policy options that the new US administration should pursue to promote peace.
6 October 2016