The Anglo-Omani relationship, an example of Global Britain foreign policy
The recent announcement that the United Kingdom will increase its defence engagement with the Sultanate of Oman reinforces a historic strategic alliance between the two states, highlighting a relationship dating back to the 18th century.
‘New Russian missile undermines European security’ says NATO chief
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has published an opinion piece regarding Russian missile capability.
Report warns Russia would be able to ‘overrun vulnerable areas of NATO territory’
The Human Security Centre (HSC) has published a report 'Fire and Ice – A New Maritime Strategy for NATO’s Northern Flank', discussing the challenge posed by Russia, and the options NATO has for countering it.
New rules for Commonwealth recruits – why?
Secretary of State for Defence Gavin Williamson recently announced that rules regulating recruiting personnel from Commonwealth countries into the British armed services are to be relaxed.
UK and France warned to strengthen post-Brexit security alliance to combat threats
A new report led by former NATO Secretary-General Lord Robertson and former French Prime Minister Bernard Cazeneuve has warned leaders to 'tackle the security challenges raised by Brexit'.
Ministry of Defence sets out £186bn spending plans
The Ministry of Defence has published plans to spend over £186bn in the next ten years in its 2018 Defence Equipment Plan, let's take a look at what it contains.
UK ranked top in measurement of diplomatic and cultural clout
A report measuring economic, diplomatic and cultural clout has named the United Kingdom as the worlds top soft power.
Expert outlines potential form of an independent Scottish military
Stuart Crawford, who was also a British Army officer, has said the Scottish Government should focus on specialising in certain areas.
The Drone Threat Is Real. The Solution Is Complex.
In August, Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro claimed he was the target of a drone-borne explosive assassination attempt.
Four Key Questions About an ‘Arab NATO’
In July, U.S. President Donald Trump made waves in Brussels by suggesting that the U.S. might "do its own thing" if NATO Alliance members don't meet defence spending commitments.
