The Military Coup in Africa
About Military coup On August 30, the Central African Republic’s military seized power in an attempt to end the presidency…
The IMF Bailout
The International Monetary Fund, the global lender of last resort, has a unique role in stabilizing economies when they run…
What Are the Consequences of a Trade War?
Trade war is a form of economic conflict in which countries implement and increase tariffs and other nontariff barriers against…
Amnesty International Fights Back Against State Crackdown on Protest
Powered by creativity and a sense of shared humanity, protest can pave the way for progress in areas that affect…
Economic Inequality
Economic inequality is the uneven distribution of opportunities, incomes and wealth within a society or between countries. These differences can…
Master of Criminology and Criminal Justice – Concentration in Global Security
As increased globalization and advancements in technology raise the stakes in international relations, concerns that were once local now have…
What Are War Crimes?
There are specific rules that govern how nations conduct armed conflicts. These are set primarily in four treaties from 1949…
Economic Sanctions
Economic sanctions can take many forms, but all involve reducing the ability of a country or group of countries to…
Economic Stimulus
Economic stimulus is a government policy that aims to raise demand in the economy by reducing taxes or increasing spending.…
Recession Fears Are Rocking the Stock Market and Driving Down Economic Growth Forecasts
Recession fears are rocking the stock market and driving down economic growth forecasts. The R-word is back — a scary…