New synthesis paper by SOC ACE researcher, Matthew Redhead : An absence of peace, a rumour of war; The problem of defining state threats

Launching the SOC ACE synthesis paper series Matthew Redhead’s ‘An absence of peace, a rumour of war: The problem of defining state threats’ offers a new definitional working model and key observations to policy makers.

Using evolving strategic thinking, interviews with field-experts, and definitions from allied-powers as case studies, the paper synthesises these to identify the core criteria for a pragmatic working model. Concluding, he offers five key observations for future policy makers.