New article alert: Why do interstate arms collaborations fail? I argue that failure can be attributed to the commitment-implementation paradox, meaning that the conditions that make it attractive for states to join the collaboration are those that make it difficult for them to implement it.

Why interstate arms collaborations fail: The commitment-implementation paradox in the context of NATO BMD

Steered by the promise of technological, economic, and security gains, states seek partnerships to build, purchase, and operationalize military technology. Yet, these collaborations do not always y...

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Great roundtable discussion on European security to kick off the annual @eissnetwork.bsky.social conference at @stockholm-uni.bsky.social @lindedesma.bsky.social @sannecjv.bsky.social looking fwd to 2 days of exchanges& debates

What a year it has been for the @globalsecurityinit.bsky.social! With the support of @bupardeeschool.bsky.social, Benjamin Goossen and @sannecjv.bsky.social organized 11 events and co-sponsored 6 events, including roundtables on current issues, presentations by academics, and talks by practitioners.

Why and how do militaries adopt partisan identities? What norms should govern civil-military relations? Please join us at the Pardee School's Global Security Initiative for a timely talk by Risa Brooks (Marquette Uni), entitled "From Professional to Partisan: Civil-Military Norm Replacement."

Japan has significantly changed its defense policy. How should we understand these developments? Please join us for a fabulous talk about Japan's evolving defense posture by Kiridori Ryo. This event will take place on Wednesday January 28th from 5:00 pm until 6:30 pm in 595 Comm Avenue, Room 220.

📖 📔 🌐 We are excited to present the second issue of the Pardee Magazine! Read more about how our students, faculty, alumni, and greater communities are advancing human progress: bit.ly/4sEEv9q

Please join us for the phenomenal @eissnetwork.bsky.social conference at Stockholm University in Sweden! Proposals are due by January 26th. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to me or @juliacarver.bsky.social (as the conference organizers).

European Initiative for Security Studies (EISS)@eissnetwork.bsky.social · 10mo ago

📣 We are thrilled to announce that the European Security Studies Conference will take place on 11–12 June 2026 at @stockholm-uni.bsky.social. The conference is jointly organised by the COST Action NetSec, EISS, and Stockholm University Submit your proposals by 26 January eiss-europa.com/2026.html

📣 We are thrilled to announce that the European Security Studies Conference will take place on 11–12 June 2026 at @stockholm-uni.bsky.social. The conference is jointly organised by the COST Action NetSec, EISS, and Stockholm University Submit your proposals by 26 January eiss-europa.com/2026.html

My wonderful department @bupardeeschool.bsky.social has three positions open. Please come join us! 1. Professor of IR and Director of the Pardee Center for the Study of the Longer-Range Future: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30827

How does one negotiate arms control measures at a time of heightened tensions? Join us for a fabulous talk about arms control in desperate times by Mallory Stewart, Executive Vice President of The Council on Strategic Risks on Tuesday November 18th from 2:00-3:30 pm in 121 Bay State Road.

How did the Israeli and American strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities shape the country's ability to pursue a nuclear program? Please join us for a phenomenal panel discussion about Iran's nuclear program, featuring Gary Semore, Ali Kadivar, Yasir Kuoti, and Sanne Verschuren.

What structural and transient factors have contributed to India’s security environment? How has India’s rise changed this? Please join us for a phenomenal talk about India’s security landscape by Dr. Ashley Tellis (Carnegie Endowment for International Peace) on Monday September 29th, 1:00-2:30 pm.

Please join us for a fabulous conversation about Global Security across the BU Community. The event will take place next Tuesday, September 16th, from 4-6pm at the Kilachand Center Eichenbaum Room at 610 Commonwealth Avenue. Refreshments will be served. You can RSVP here: www.bu.edu/research/202...

Please join us at the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social for these fabulous events this Fall!

Please join us for a fabulous conversation about Global Security across the BU Community. The event will take place next Tuesday, September 16th, from 4-6pm at the Kilachand Center Eichenbaum Room at 610 Commonwealth Av. Refreshments will be served. You can RSVP here: www.bu.edu/research/202...

Had a fantastic time discussing U.S. missile defense policy at the @carnegieendowment.org nuclear policy conference, as well as debating the three-body problem as part of the Young Professional Track. What a wonderful and insightful conference! For more: carnegieendowment.org/events/2024/...

What role Latin American countries did play in the creation of a nuclear-weapon-free zone in the region and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty? Please join us for a fabulous talk by @jluisrodriguez.com on Thursday April 24th from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm in 121 Bay State Road.

What role Latin American countries did play in the creation of a nuclear-weapon-free zone in the region and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty? Please join us for a fabulous talk by @jluisrodriguez.com on Thursday April 24th from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm in 121 Bay State Road.

How does geoeconomic fragmentation impact the global economy? Join us for a phenomenal talk on the nexus between security and economy by Shekhar Aiyar, Assistant Director in the Research Department of the IMF. This talk will take place tomorrow, Tuesday April 1st, from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm.

Why is China modernizing its nuclear arsenal and what does this mean for U.S. security? Please join us for a phenomenal talk on China's evolving nuclear policy by Tong Zhao from @carnegieendowment.org. The event will take place on 27th March at the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social (121 Bay State Road).

Why is China modernizing its nuclear arsenal and what does this mean for U.S. security? Please join us for a phenomenal talk on China's evolving nuclear policy by Tong Zhao from @carnegieendowment.org. The event will take place on 27th March at the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social (121 Bay State Road).

How should the United States modernize its nuclear triad? Join us for a fabulous talk on nuclear policy by Maj Gen Stacie Huser, the Commander of the Air Force Global Strike Command. Part of the Global Security Speaker Series, the talk will place on Thursday March 6th, 5-6 pm in 121 Bay State Road.

Want to know more about the relationship between religion and war? Join us @bupardeeschool.bsky.social for a fabulous book workshop with Professor Ron Hassner on Thursday February 13th from 11:00 am-12:30 pm in 67 Bay State Road.

Want to know more about the relationship between religion and war? Join us @bupardeeschool.bsky.social for a fabulous book workshop with Professor Ron Hassner on Thursday February 13th from 11:00 am-12:30 pm in 67 Bay State Road.

Excited to share this amazing line-up of speakers for the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social. If you are in the Boston area, consider joining us for these wonderful events. You can register here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-globa....

Fabulous conference! Please consider applying.

European Initiative for Security Studies (EISS)@eissnetwork.bsky.social · 2y ago

⏳Less than 2 weeks left to apply for the #EISS Annual Conference, taking place on 26-27 June at the the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki! 🗓️ Submit your proposal by 17 Feb and share your research with leading experts in #securitystudies in Europe! 🚨More info: eiss-europa.com/2025.html

⏳Less than 2 weeks left to apply for the #EISS Annual Conference, taking place on 26-27 June at the the University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki! 🗓️ Submit your proposal by 17 Feb and share your research with leading experts in #securitystudies in Europe! 🚨More info: eiss-europa.com/2025.html

European Initiative for Security Studies (EISS)@eissnetwork.bsky.social · 2y ago

📣 #EISS2025 | Save the date! The 8th edition of the #EISS Annual Conference will take place on 26-27 June 2025 at University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki! ⏰Submit your proposals for panels, poster presentations, or papers by 17 February 2025 eiss-europa.com/2025.html

Excited to share this amazing line-up of speakers for the Global Security Speaker Series at the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social. If you are in the Boston area, please consider joining us for these wonderful events. You can register here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-globa...

Excited to share this amazing line-up of speakers for the Global Security Speaker Series at the @bupardeeschool.bsky.social. If you are in the Boston area, consider joining us for these wonderful events. You can register here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-globa...

Consider applying for EISS 2025 in Thessaloniki! Information below:

European Initiative for Security Studies (EISS)@eissnetwork.bsky.social · 2y ago

📣 #EISS2025 | Save the date! The 8th edition of the #EISS Annual Conference will take place on 26-27 June 2025 at University of Macedonia in Thessaloniki! ⏰Submit your proposals for panels, poster presentations, or papers by 17 February 2025 eiss-europa.com/2025.html