My latest article for the Institute for Security Studies looks at why European policy makers should retool security sector assistance aid programs aimed at creating partner capability to bloc migrants, to security sector reform programs necessary for addressing underlying migration drivers. It is accessible here.
Reform of Libya’s security sector must not fail again
In this article for the Institute for Security Studies, I look at what should be done around security sector reform and stabilization Libya after the current fighting ebbs. The groundwork should be laid for a more effective strategy than what the country has seen to date. This means asking the right questions, checking fundamental assumptions, and building consensus between the different local and international stakeholders.
The full article can be accessed here.
Terrorism in Tunisia: more than just foreign connections
This article for the Institute for Security Studies looks at the 27 June terrorist bombings in Tunis, analyzes the larger security challenges facing the country, and argues that the state and donors need to reemphasize whole of government approaches to the problem, and not double down on a security-first strategy.
It can be accessed here.
Less than the sum of its parts: Europe’s fixation with Libyan border security.
I'm delighted to launch my latest Policy Brief for the Institute for Security Studies: “Less than the sum of its parts: Europe’s fixation with Libyan border security."
The brief argues that European focus on counter migration programming in Libya puts at risk efforts to create an effective and accountable security sector capable of addressing the needs of Libyans. It ends with a short set of recommendations.
The brief can be accessed here.