Contemporary World Politics

Week 13 "The Ukraine War and Security"

 Conflict progression, comparison of Western and Russian defense industries, ability to withstand attrition warfare, potential war-end scenarios, and future security architecture.

Policy Paper Topics:

  1. Western Defense Industry Capacity in Prolonged Conflict: Lessons from Ukraine

    • Focus: Investigate the Western defense industry's ability to support Ukraine in a protracted conflict, focusing on logistical and manufacturing capacities, supply chain resilience, and coordination among allies. Consider what improvements could help Western countries sustain attrition warfare against adversaries like Russia.
    • Key Questions: What structural changes are needed to ensure Western defense industries can withstand prolonged conflicts? How can NATO and EU defense procurement processes adapt for rapid, sustained support

 

Topic for presentation

2. Future Security Architecture in Europe: Scenarios and Strategic Policy Options Post-Ukraine War

  • Focus: Analyze potential security structures for Europe after the Ukraine conflict, considering the roles of NATO, the EU, and potential new alliances. Discuss strategies for Western countries to promote stability and deter future conflicts in Eastern Europe.
  • Key Questions: What are the viable models for European security in a post-conflict environment? How can Western nations ensure long-term security and prevent future conflicts in Eastern Europe?
The Guns of Europe Defence industrial Challenges in a Time of War

Ending the Ideology of the Offense


https://warontherocks.com/2022/08/ending-the-ideology-of-the-offense-part-ii/


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