Reflection Group “Monopoly on the use of force 2.0?”

Writing from an Asian perspective, Satish Nambiar outlines that »Prevention« is the single most important dimension of the Responsibility to Protect. Furthermore, he stresses that developing countries are generally more concerned about the root...
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The Horn of Africa region is characterized by an erosion of the monopoly of force of states unable to provide effective security. However, Mulugeta points out that fostering a legitimate and functional monopoly of force is not going to be easy. Such...
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André du Pisani analyses two key policy framings of Southern African Development Community and provides a critique of both frameworks.
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According to Ann L. Phillips, identity politics are the driving force behind fragmentation, undermine the nation-state and threaten order and predictability. She suggests strengthening the capacity of governments and societies to negotiate solutions...
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Terrorism and Violent Extremism do pose real threats, but according to Ann L. Phillips, they have been exaggerated and misdiagnosed. The only durable antidote is one which emphasizes civilian support for local reform efforts.
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Latin America is one of the most violent regions of the world due to intra-state conflict and high homicide rates. According to Francine Jácome, the region needs effectively prevent and resolve violent conflicts and deal with transnational organized...
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Intelligence agencies can be integral to how the state provides for national and human security, but they may also play a key role in securing authoritarian and autocratic rule. Fairlie Chappuis stresses the need for democratic oversight and control.
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An analysis of the monopoly on the use of force in ten East Asian countries finds diverse state, non-state and hybrid security actors competing for power.
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State actors are to some extend responsible for the rise of ethnic separatism and religious extremism in Southeast Asia, with negative consequences for human security.
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The paper presents four alternative global futures for the monopoly on the legitimate use of force that aim to allow policy makers to embrace uncertainty and plan for the future.
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