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Avoiding the Next Epidemic

Written by Elisa Garbil – 06.02.2025 This week Dominic has Amanda McClelland on the podcast! They dive into pandemics, epidemics, how climate change might influence the rise of epidemics, what future responses should be would another pandemic occur, and much more! Listen here. Outbreaks and Disease An outbreak of a disease is in a community….

Episode 204: Russia-NATO Relations, Disinformation, Cybersecurity and International Co-ordination with Dr. Marion Messmer

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Marion Messmer, a senior research fellow in the International Security Programme at Chatham House. Dr. Messmer discusses the deterioration of Russia’s relationship with the West, the importance of protecting NATO member’s critical infrastructure, arms control, nuclear risk reduction, and the significance of continued international cooperation.  Before joining…

Dr Marion Messmer

Dr Marion Messmer

Dr. Messmer discusses the deterioration of Russia’s relationship with the West, the importance of protecting NATO member’s critical infrastructure, arms control, nuclear risk reduction and the significance of continued international co-operation.  Before joining Chatham House, Marion was the Co-Director of BASIC, where she led on the organisation’s nuclear risk reduction and disarmament work. She is…

ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Risk Management

ISO 28000: Reducing Risk Impact and Likelihood for Businesses

In today’s interconnected global economy, businesses face an ever-increasing array of risks that can disrupt their operations and supply chains. From theft and terrorism to cyberattacks and natural disasters, these threats can have severe consequences for organisations of all sizes. To address these challenges, many companies are turning to ISO 28000, an international standard for…

Episode 201: USMCA in Focus: Trade Dynamics, Tariffs, and North America’s Strategic Future with Dr. Joshua Meltzer

This weekend, Dominic Bowen welcomes Dr. Joshua Meltzer to The International Risk Podcast for an in-depth exploration of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and its evolving role in North American trade. Together, they discuss the significance of the USMCA in maintaining economic competitiveness, the implications of Trump’s tariff threats, and the opportunities and challenges posed…

USMCA at a Crossroads: Securing North America’s Future

USMCA at a Crossroads: Securing North America’s Future

Author: Camila Mateos Betancourt In an era of rapid political change, the North American region faces significant international risk, demanding strong leadership and sound governance. Mexico has elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president (explore Mexico’s internal risks in Episode 178), Donald Trump has returned to power in the United States (learn more about…

Joshua P. Meltzer

Joshua P. Meltzer

Dr. Meltzer is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution. He works on international economic relations with a focus on the intersection of digital technology and international trade and investment. He also leads the United States-Mexico-Canada (USMCA) initiative which focuses on how USMCA can strengthen international economic cooperation in North America. Meltzer has testified before…

Dr Leila Alieva

Dr Leila Alieva

Dr. Leila Alieva is an Associate of Russian and East European Studies (REES) at the Oxford University School for Global and Area Studies. She also teaches a course on the Political Economy of Energy Transition at Oxford’s Department of Continued Education and is currently working with Friends of Europe. Originally from Azerbaijan, Dr. Alieva founded…

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The Influence of Soft Power in Putin’s War on Ukraine and Continued Aggression in NATO Regions.

We are all aware of the international risks associated with autocratic regimes and their implementation of hard power tactics to exert control. History is riddled with examples and unfortunately, we just have to turn on the news to witness it in present times; look at the Assad regime in Syria, Kim Jong Un’s totalitarian methods…

Episode 200: Dr Leila Alieva on The Influence of Soft Power in Putin’s War on Ukraine and Continued Aggression in The Baltic Sea

Dr. Leila Alieva is an Associate of Russian and East European Studies (REES) at the Oxford University School for Global and Area Studies. She also teaches a course on the Political Economy of Energy Transition at Oxford’s Department of Continued Education and is currently working with Friends of Europe. Originally from Azerbaijan, Dr. Alieva founded…