In this edition of the Global Risk Bulletin, we look at rising global defence expenditures, unpack the dynamics in Bangladesh following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheik Hasina, and look into Ukraine’s military involvement in Africa.
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A race to arms: Exploring the dynamics behind rising global defence expenditure
Global defence spending is on the up, and in some countries has reached record highs. Global and regional conflicts alongside other regional security challenges are driving increased preparedness, and growing defence spending looks to continue into next year and beyond. Read the article
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Bangladesh under Yunus: Newfound optimism meets familiar obstacles
While Prime Minister Sheik Hasina’s resignation was welcomed by student groups and others opposed to her repressive rule, the new interim government faces several obstacles in establishing lasting calm in Bangladesh. Read the article
Sub-saharan africa
Ukraine in Africa: Lessons from the Mali miscalculation
Ukraine’s reported involvement in a Tuareg rebel attack on Malian and Wagner forces in July has shone a spotlight on Ukraine’s Africa policy. The blowback from the incident suggest it will need to carefully consider how it approaches African capitals in seeking to balance Russian influence on the continent. Read the article
