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Andrew Hammond
Andrew Hammond is an Associate at LSE IDEAS at the London School of Economics.
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UN remains relevant despite Ukraine difficulties
Western countries and corporations’ unexpectedly strong rebuke of Russia following its invasion of Ukraine has surprised many, but now, two months into the conflict, the UN is facing growing criticism of its multilateral efforts to secure peace.
Why Sunday’s French election matters to the world
It is not just the French populace that is holding its breath as the final round of presidential election on Sunday sees incumbent Emmanuel Macron face off against far-right Marine Le Pen.
Why implementing Paris Agreement is a case of now or never
Climate change has long been seen as a challenge we have decades left to combat, yet a hard-hitting report released on Monday has the stark message that it is a case of “now or never.”
EU-China ties delicately poised ahead of summit
April Fool’s Day is an annual April 1 custom centered on practical jokes and hoaxes, but rarely is it the moment for an important political summit. However, that will change on Friday with a virtual EU-China summit, which comes at a crucial moment in relations between the two.
Biden looks for a European anchor in Berlin
With US-German ties at a potentially historic pivot point, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz makes his first major official trip outside Europe on Monday to meet US President Joe Biden.
How Japan’s global role has been transformed
A major new defense pact signed last week between Japan and Australia highlights Tokyo’s growing strategic importance as a partner in an emerging international, anti-China alliance.
What happened to the new world order?
Late December is traditionally a time to look forward to the hope of a new year, especially in the midst of the worst pandemic for a century. Yet, at a time of growing geopolitical disorder, this month is also a key historical moment to look in the rear-view mirror.
China should allay concerns over its intentions
US President Joe Biden on Tuesday criticized China for the failure of President Xi Jinping to show up at the COP26 climate change summit, amid wider international concern.
Super-surge in climate diplomacy can tip the balance in Glasgow
The climate change agenda has had a lower profile since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the next month may see a global diplomatic super-surge given that success at November’s COP26 summit in Glasgow remains in the balance.
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