Previous Events
Conference: Security and the Strait of Hormuz: Challenges and Implications
08:30, 14 Dec 2007, RUSI
The global economic importance of the Middle East region reinforces the position of the Strait of Hormuz as one of the most pivotal Sea Lines of Communication (SLoC) in the world. This one-day RUSI conference will provide an opportunity for key stakeholders, as well as those with a broader interest in the region, to debate the critical issue of security and the Strait of Hormuz.
Conference: Europe’s Approach to Taiwan’s Security
09:30, 13 Dec 2007, RUSI
Next year will be particularly sensitive for cross-strait relations. 2008 will see a new Taiwanese President, a referendum on UN membership for the island under the name Taiwan, and the Beijing Olympics; the potential for an escalation in hostilities remains of considerable concern. This conference aims to stimulate debate between Taiwan’s foremost analysts and Western experts to better understand Taiwan’s security predicament.
Event: Climate Change as the 'New' Security Problem
11:00, 12 Dec 2007, RUSI
Once seen as solely an environmental issue, then as an energy problem, climate change is now being recast as a security threat. This presentation will discuss the rise of climate change as a security issue and question what it means for economic and political stability around the world.
Event: The Causes of President Milosevic’s Capitulation in June 1999
12:45, 7 Dec 2007, RUSI
The talk will draw on the opinions of such central characters as Martti Ahtisaari, former President of Finland; the former Deputy Minister of the Serbian MoD and Strobe Talbott, then Deputy Secretary of State, US Department of State, amongst others
Event: Pakistan Today
11:30, 6 Dec 2007, RUSI
Senator Tariq Azim Khan will give a talk which aims to provide a useful opportunity for an in depth dialogue on the way forward in Pakistan.
Conference: British Intelligence and Security
08:30, 4 Dec 2007, RUSI
The conference will examine these issues from the early incarnations of the services, providing military and political intelligence, into the Cold War and its unprecedented emphasis on espionage and counter espionage, to efforts to counter international terrorism today.
Event: Annual Chief of the Defence Staff Lecture and RUSI Christmas Party
17:30, 3 Dec 2007, RUSI
Lecture by Air Chief Marshal Sir Jock Stirrup, Chief of the Defence Staff, UK Ministry of Defence followed by the RUSI Christmas Party.
Event: Anti-Americanisms in World Politics
16:00, 3 Dec 2007, RUSI
The strong upsurge in anti-American sentiments around the world since 2002 is undeniable. The meanings and political consequences of these sentiments are less clear. Anti-Americanism varies too much, across time and place, to be reducible to one simple political phenomenon. Please join us for a discussion on the sources of anti-Americanisms in world politics with Professor Katzenstein.
Event: The Impact of Western Strategy on Muslim South Asia
09:00, 3 Dec 2007, RUSI
Western conduct in the global war on terror is having an adverse affect on Muslim public opinion worldwide, in particular South Asian communities. This conference will explore the key linkages between current western strategy, Islamic extremism, and events at both home and abroad.
Event: Members’ Lecture – Among the Dead Cities: The History and Moral Legacy of the WWII Bombing of Civilians in Germany and Japan
12:45, 30 Nov 2007, RUSI
Conference: Perspectives on the Civil-Military Nexus in Afghanistan and beyond
08:00, 28 Nov 2007, RUSI
This event will bring together leaders, policy-makers and international organizations together for an open and frank discussion on the challenges posed by stabilization operations.
Conference: Post-Conflict Security, Justice and Reconciliation in Africa
08:45, 26 Nov 2007, RUSI
The Conference discusses the challenges post - conflict African nations and societies face, as they try to balance the often divisive prerogatives of justice and reconciliation as they strive for sustainable security. There will also be analysis of the wider context of these challenges.
The Conference discusses the challenges post - conflict African nations and societies face, as they try to balance the often divisive prerogatives of justice and reconciliation as they strive for sustainable security. There will also be analysis of the wider context of these challenges.
Event: The Rise of India and China and What It Means For All of Us
19:00, 21 Nov 2007, RUSI
The Royal United Services Institute’s Asia Programme and the Georgetown University Alumni Club of the UK are delighted to host Ms Robyn Meredith, author of The Elephant and the Dragon. A foreign correspondent for Forbes magazine and award-winning journalist, Ms Meredith will give a talk on her new book, published in August of this year by WW Norton. An evening reception until 2100 will follow.
Conference: Protection in Complex Emergencies: Ensuring Security and Freedom of Action
09:00, 16 Nov 2007, RUSI
The conference tackles the challenges posed by irregular warfare for both civilian and military actors in interventions, considering protection at all levels.
Event: Looking Forward to NATO’s Bucharest Summit
14:45, 15 Nov 2007, RUSI
A Lecture by His Excellency Mr Teodor Melescanu, Minister of Defence of Romania
Event: Transatlantic Forum: The Israel Lobby and US Foreign Policy
09:00, 9 Nov 2007, RUSI
Professors Walt and Mearsheimer discuss the thesis of their book, their supporting research and the ripple effects of this project.
Conference: Combat Stress Annual Armistice Lecture
11:00, 8 Nov 2007, RUSI
Guest speaker Sir Max Hastings will talk about his experience of the Falklands War twenty-five years ago.
Event: Israel’s Defence and Security Policy: Strategic Directions
10:00, 6 Nov 2007, RUSI
Professor Feldman will discuss the nature of Israel’s evolving threat environment and assess the country’s expected response.
Event: Whitehall Dialogue - Recruitment and Retention in the Armed Forces
12:45, 31 Oct 2007, RUSI
Presentation by Edward Leigh MP, Chairman of the Committee of Public Accounts, House of Commons on the findings of the Committee's recent report on Recruitment and Retention in the Armed Forces.
Event: The New Security Architecture
18:00, 25 Oct 2007, RUSI
A lecture by Sir Richard Mottram, Permanent Secretary for Security, Intelligence and Resilience.
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