Essays about: "security dilemma"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 44 essays containing the words security dilemma.

  1. 1. The Great DeFi Dilemma: How stakeholders can navigate the uncertain waters of decentralised finance adoption: An explorative study

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Otto Tjäder; Luis Ulrich; [2023-07-20]
    Keywords : DeFi; blockchain technology; economic evolution; adoption; adaptation; innovation;

    Abstract : This study explores the key challenges in the adoption process of Decentralised Finance (DeFi) technology and its implications for stakeholders, including bankers, users, developers, and regulators; tying in to a broader perspective of economic evolution. The data consist of over 20 semi-structured interviews with individuals among the different stakeholder groups, primarily in Sweden and the USA. READ MORE

  3. 2. Can Streams of Weapons Create Waves of Violence Between Farmers and Herders? : A qualitative case study on the role of Small Arms and Light Weapons in conflicts between farmers and herders

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Emelie Aréen; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract :  This paper empirically examines the relationship between the circulation of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), and its effect on farmer-herder conflicts, particularly the risk of escalation. Researchers have emphasised the role of these weapons that are being frequently used in communal conflicts across several African countries. READ MORE

  4. 3. Behind Closed Doors : Analysing the Ethical Dilemma of Swedish Arms Export to Saudi Arabia

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Anna Wikner; [2023]
    Keywords : Swedish arms trade; Saudi Arabia; international ethics; Swedish foreign policy; security policy; military equipment; human rights; democracy;

    Abstract : This study aims to shed light on the ethical implications of Sweden’s arms export to Saudi Arabia. It compares the compatibility of such exports with fundamental human rights standards and analyses the Swedish Government's justification of arms trade to Saudi Arabia in relation to international and local ethics, considering the principles of human rights, conflict resolution, states’ responsibility in promoting peace and conflict resolution and the recognition of people’s shared responsibility for the well-being of all people. READ MORE

  5. 4. Values against Interests? Or Both? : A Case Analysis of Germany's Feminist Foreign Policy and Trade Relations with Saudi Arabia from 2021 to 2023

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Angela Bösen; [2023]
    Keywords : foreign policy; Germany; Saudi Arabia; role theory; feminist;

    Abstract : "Values and interests are not contradictory” is the approach of Germany’s current coalition government of the SPD, Greens, and FDP. However, German politicians from all parties narrate the role of the state in international affairs differently. READ MORE

  6. 5. Constructing a SDG 7 Composite Index: A study on the Sustainability Performance of Ghana’s Energy System

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Sofia Flising; [2023]
    Keywords : Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The purpose of this thesis is to examine sustainability trends in Ghana’s energy system. This is done through the construction of a composite index, which is suggested as a more proper way to measure progress towards achieving Sustainable Developing Goal 7. READ MORE