Resources
The purpose of the Resources section of the CSS website is outreach - i.e., it features the analyses of CSS experts, external partners and like-minded institutions in order to promote dialogue on international relations and security-related issues. CSS Resources is the successor to the International Relations and Security Network (ISN).
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Triple Nexus in Fragile Contexts: Next Steps
The triple nexus approach – understood as a more coherent engagement by humanitarian, peace, and development actors – is necessary to deal with the complexity of third-party engagements in fragile contexts. Implementing the triple nexus approach is challenging yet pivotal for more effective third-party impact, argue Fritz Brugger, Joane Holliger and Simon J. A. Mason in this CSS Policy Perspective.
Mediation Space: Addressing Obstacles Stemming from Worldview Differences to Regain Negotiation Flexibility
In numerous intra-state conflicts, societies are polarized along worldview divides and conflicting parties disagree over what kind of society and state they want to build. Such questions can deeply divide societies and block political processes and mediation efforts. This CSS Mediation Resources suggests a method for addressing such blockages by analyzing the principal challenges that can arise from worldview differences in conflicts and conflict transformation.
When Crises Collide: Energy, Security, Climate Change
Geopolitical instability underpins the short-term energy-saving measures adopted in Europe in preparation for winter. Climate change’s impact on energy insecurity highlights an urgent need to simultaneously integrate longer-term climate mitigation measures, argue Christine Eriksen and Andrin Hauri in this CSS Policy Perspective.
Evaluation des Krisenmanagements des Kantons Graubünden in der Coronavirus-Pandemie
This CSS Risk and Resilience Report analyzes the crisis management of the canton of Grisons during the coronavirus pandemic from the beginning of the international spread of the new virus until the lifting of the special situation by the Federal Council in April 2022. The focus of the evaluation is on the further development of the cantonal crisis organization with regard to the entire spectrum of threats in the canton and the cantonal cooperation with federal authorities and other cantons.
Sicherheits- und verteidigungspolitische Kooperation der Schweiz in Europa: Optionen zur Weiterentwicklung
The Russian war of aggression against Ukraine is shaking the foundations of the post-1989 European security order. The states of Europe are re-emphasizing military preparedness as well as economic and social resilience. NATO is experiencing a renaissance as part of these efforts, as exemplified by the accession of Sweden and Finland. The EU appears to be adapting to the new situation as well, seeking a complimentary position vis-à-vis NATO.
Featured Publications
No 128, Caucasus Analytical Digest: Aftermath of the 2020 Karabakh War: New Geopolitical Reality in the South Caucasus
Russian Analytical Digest No 284: Energy and War
Sicherheitsordnung nach Moskaus Ukraine-Invasion
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