In 2011, the growing number of pirate attacks prompted several flag states to authorise the use of armed guards aboard vessels. Despite facing the same threat, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Italy have adopted three distinct approaches to securing their merchant ships, ranging from the exclusive use of private security companies (PSCs) to the employment of military personnel only.
Among the violent events that have affected – and unfortunately still affect – Uganda, a prominent place is undoubtedly occupied by the insurgency in the northern regions, the key figure of which is the infamous Joseph Kony. Less well known, also due to lower levels of violence, are the vicissitudes affecting the western portion of the country, in particular the region called Rwenzori.
Nelle vicende violente che hanno riguardato ‒ e che purtroppo ancora riguardano ‒ l’Uganda il posto di primo piano è senza dubbio occupato dall’insurrezione... Read More
Il concetto di human security sollecita un ripensamento della sicurezza, oltre la pura difesa militare del territorio e dello stato, per renderla capace di prestare attenzione anche al benessere dell’individuo.
