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Global Security Briefing

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Global Security Briefing provides regular insights from leading international experts to help you make sense of the far-reaching changes affecting international security around the globe. Hosted by analysts from RUSI's International Security Studies team, the podcast looks at how the UK can best shape its foreign and security policies in an increasingly dynamic international environment. The Globa... more

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Latest Episodes

Can Turkey act as a stabilising force in Syria and Iraq, or are its policies driven by short-term security concerns?

As Ankara seeks to navigate the shifting geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, its approach to Syria and Iraq has become a key... more

The Royal Navy Fleet flagship in Asia prompts a critical question: How serious is Britain about the Indo-Pacific?

Against a backdrop of deepening UK - Japan defence and economic ties, shifting US engagement, and growing regional security pressures,... more

Tensions in the Indo-Pacific are testing US power and alliances. What does this mean for regional strategy and for the UK?

In this episode of Global Security Briefing, host Neil Melvin is joined by Dr. Kori Schake, senior fellow and the director of... more

Open warfare has crossed the Middle East, and in its wake came an erosion of the norms of statesmanship and the power of international law to avert conflict. What are the implications for deterrence, diplomacy, and the future of UK, US, and regional ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Serhat Erkmen
An associate fellow at RUSI and founder of the Geopolitical Risk Consultancy, Pros and Cons.
RUSI
Episode: Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
Dr. Oytun Orhan
Coordinator of Levant Studies at Orsam, Centre for Middle Eastern Studies based in Turkey.
Orsam
Episode: Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
Dr. Kori Schake
Senior Fellow and Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Does the Trump Administration Have an Indo-Pacific Security Strategy?
Dr. Philip Shetler-Jones
RUSI Senior Research Fellow for Indo-Pacific Security
RUSI
Episode: Does the Trump Administration Have an Indo-Pacific Security Strategy?
Professor Richard Whitman
Professor of Politics and International Relations at the University of Kent and a Senior Associate Fellow at RUSI
University of Kent / RUSI
Episode: How Should the UK Approach European Security?
Professor Samuel Greene
Sami's Professor of Russian Politics at King's College, London, and a Senior Fellow at the Centre for European Policy Analysis
King's College, Centre for European Policy Analysis
Episode: Can Russia-Ukraine Negotiations to End the War Succeed?
Andriy Zagorodnuyk
Chairman of the Centre for Defence Strategies in Kiev and former Minister of Defence for Ukraine
Centre for Defence Strategies
Episode: Can Russia-Ukraine Negotiations to End the War Succeed?
Shashank Joshi
Defence Editor of The Economist
The Economist
Episode: Can Europe Rearm – and Might this be in Time?
Dr. Daniel Field
Head of the Defence and Statecraft Programme at the Centre for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy, VUB, Brussels
Centre for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy, VUB
Episode: Can Europe Rearm – and Might this be in Time?

Host

Neil Melvin
Host of Global Security Briefing, providing expertise and leading discussions on international security and defense matters.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Yawn

    Guests appear to be chosen based on their dislike of Donald Trump. No matter what the subject, the answer is that the president has no strategy and is stupid. Would have expected better from RUSI

    Apple Podcasts
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    Gavin Casey
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • No idea of opportunity cost

    This appears a long add for defence spending. No idea of opportunity cost or actual risk,

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tom from Brunswick
    Australia4 months ago
  • I love you guys, but can you please buy a microphone?

    You run a great podcast, but in this day and age, can you please spend 100 quid on a microphone? Like your guests! The audio is headache-inducing. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Joe Pete H
    Denmark5 months ago
  • Excellent analysis

    Balanced and insightful expert analysis of events.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    >>l
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great insights in security

    Podcast Addict
    5
    perelandra1881
    2 years ago

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Many listeners appreciate the high level of expert analysis and the depth of discussions, often highlighting it as balanced and insightful.
Listeners have noted that the episodes provide valuable perspectives on current global security issues, making the content relevant and timely.
Critiques often focus on audio quality and other technical aspects, with some suggesting improvements are needed in production values.

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#11
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Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
Q: What does Turkey perceive as its priorities in Syria moving forward?
Turkey aims for a unitary state in Syria that respects minority rights, avoiding the federal structures seen in Iraq and Lebanon, seeing them as bad examples.
Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
Q: What priorities has Turkey had in its engagement in Syria since the fall of the Assad regime?
Turkey has prioritized containment of terrorism, especially threats from the YPG and Daesh, and establishing border security, along with supporting the legitimate Syrian government.
Turkey’s Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
Q: Can you briefly remind us about the concept of liberal versus illiberal peacebuilding?
Illiberal peace building is defined by the victor's peace, where conditions imposed on post-conflict states do not align with the rights and claims of local actors.
Can Russia-Ukraine Negotiations to End the War Succeed?
Q: What's your assessment about where we are in these various discussions that have been launched since Trump came to power?
We've been going around in circles; we don't have the foundations for a negotiated outcome.
Can Europe Rearm – and Might this be in Time?
Q: Do you think we have 10 years to catch up on military capabilities?
There are gaps, particularly in complex technologies that could take longer, but Europe can ramp up production of basic equipment more quickly.

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What is Global Security Briefing about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Regular insights from leading international experts form the backbone of this podcast, tackling the complex and evolving landscape of international security and foreign policy. Episodes discuss a wide range of topics, including European security dynamics, military rearmament, geopolitical tensions, and the implications of major conflicts in regions like the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific. The program uniquely offers a historical context through its back-catalogue, which includes previously concluded podcasts that focused on specific themes within global security. This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its emphasis on expert analysis, making it a valuable resource for professionals and enthusiasts seeking to stay informed about critic... more

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2. Dr. Oytun Orhan
3. Dr. Kori Schake
4. Dr. Philip Shetler-Jones
5. Professor Richard Whitman
6. Professor Samuel Greene
7. Andriy Zagorodnuyk
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