Category: Politics

Use of Force: From Protest Policing to Collective Defence in 2025

8 December 2025

Understanding the Significance of Force in Modern Security The concept of ‘force’ has emerged as a critical issue in global discourse during 2025, spanning from controversial law enforcement tactics during civil protests to international military defence commitments. These developments reflect fundamental questions about when, how, and under what circumstances force should be deployed—whether by police […]

Thailand Faces Border Conflict and Political Upheaval in 2025

8 December 2025

Thailand in the Spotlight: Border Tensions and Political Crisis Thailand finds itself at a critical juncture in late 2025, grappling with renewed military conflict along its border with Cambodia and significant political instability at home. These developments have profound implications not only for Thailand’s domestic affairs but also for regional stability in Southeast Asia. Border […]

Alison McGovern Takes on Critical Role as UK Homelessness Minister

6 December 2025

A New Chapter in Government Service Alison McGovern, the Labour Member of Parliament for Birkenhead who has represented her hometown in Parliament since 2010, has taken on a crucial new role in government. In September 2025, McGovern was appointed as Minister of State in the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, with specific responsibility […]