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Christian Bueger

Professor of International Relations, University of Copenhagen
Christian Bueger is Professor of International Relations in the Department of Political Science, University of Copenhagen. He is also a Honorary Professor at the University of Seychelles, a research fellow at the University of Stellenbosch, and the Co-Director of the SafeSeas network.

Previously he was professor of international relations at Cardiff University and held visiting fellowships at the National University of Singapore (2015 & 2018), University College London (2015) and the University of Copenhagen (2013 & 2014). He was a Leverhulme Fellow at the Greenwich Maritime Institute, London (2011) and a research fellow at the Institute for Development and Peace, Duisburg, Germany (2010).

Professor Bueger is the author, co-author and editor of several books and articles on global governance, international practice theory, the politics of expertise, maritime security, and contemporary maritime crime. In his current grant funded projects he is studying regional responses to maritime crime in the Indo-Pacific and maritime security practices in Ghana. His research has been funded by the UK’s Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), the British Academy, the Leverhulme Trust Fund, and the Danish Development Agency (DANIDA). In 2013 he was recipient of an ESRC future research leader award.

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Ukraine war: Kremlin's threat to interfere with undersea data cables may be bluster, but must be taken seriously

Jun 21, 2023 07:19 am UTC| Politics

In what is more than likely to turn out to be an attempt at escalation in the confrontation between Nato and Russia over the war in Ukraine, former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev argued recently on his Telegram channel...

Economy

China’s Industrial Output Growth Hits Five-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over 5% GDP Target

Chinas industrial production expanded at 4.5% in August, marking its slowest growth in five months. The data, released by the National Bureau of Statistics, has placed the countrys annual economic growth target of around...

Japan Leadership Candidates Back Wage Growth, Differ on Strategies for Household Support

As Japans leadership candidates vie for the prime minister position, all contenders agree on continuing wage growth but differ on how to best support households amid rising prices. Some advocate for cash handouts, while...

보잉 노동자 파업 예고, 노조 노동 계약 거부로 주가 하락

보잉(Boeing) 공장 직원 3만 명 이상이 임금 인상을 요구하며 파업에 돌입할 예정이다. 미국 태평양 북서부 지역의 보잉 노동자들이 파업을 찬성하며 항공산업 대기업에 또 다른 도전 과제가 생겼다. 보잉 주가는 금요일 미국 프리마켓...

중국, 에버그란데 감사 관련 PwC에 6개월 금지 및 대규모 벌금 부과

중국 규제 당국은 금요일 파산한 부동산 개발업체 중국 에버그란데(중국명: 헝다그룹) 그룹의 감사를 이유로 PwC 중국 본사에 대해 6개월 업무 정지와 6억4천1백만 위안(6천2백만 달러)의 기록적인 벌금을 부과했다. 중국...

주식 상승, 금 사상 최고치 기록…투자자들 공격적 금리 인하 고려

미국 주식은 금요일 상승세로 출발했고, 금은 사상 최고치를 기록했다. 이는 다음 주 연방준비제도(Fed)의 대규모 금리 인하에 대한 투자자 기대가 급격히 변화한 데 따른 결과이다. 주식, 미 국채 가격, 원자재 모두 상승했다. 이는...

Politics

Crypto Could Tip Razor-Thin Margins in US Election 2024 Swing States, Says Law Professor

Cryptocurrency could sway razor-thin voter margins in crucial swing states during the 2024 US presidential election, according to Penn State law professor Tonya Evans. She suggests that support for digital assets...

Donald Trump's LA Rant May Have Violated Gag Order, Manhattan Prosecutors Alerted

Manhattan prosecutors are reportedly assessing whether Donald Trump violated a court-imposed gag order during a recent press conference in Los Angeles. The incident comes on the heels of a ruling from New Yorks highest...

'Winner' Donald Trump Declares Debate Victory, Labels Himself ‘Extraordinary Genius’ Amid Controversy

In a characteristically defiant move, former President Donald Trump took to social media Saturday to assert that he emerged victorious in the latest presidential debate. Despite multiple polls and widespread commentary...

'Another Reason To Vote For Donald Trump': Ex-POTUS Announces Plan to Ban Illegal Immigrants from Renting Apartments or Getting Mortgages

Former President Donald Trump has announced a new policy proposal aimed at banning illegal immigrants from renting apartments or obtaining mortgages, a move that has immediately drawn both support and sharp criticism. The...

DOJ Data Confirms Donald Trump’s Claim: Violent Crime Rises Under Biden-Harris Administration

Newly released data from the Department of Justice (DOJ) has confirmed that violent crime rates have risen during the Biden-Harris administration, bolstering claims made by former President Donald Trump. The latest...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

SpaceX Reveals November Target for Delayed Starship Test Flight Amid FAA Hold-ups

SpaceX has set a new November target for the fifth Starship test flight after significant delays caused by the FAAs licensing process. The aerospace company addressed these delays, citing environmental reviews and...

Elon Musk Reveals SpaceX Starship’s First Mars Mission Set for 2026

Elon Musk has revealed that SpaceXs Starship will launch its first uncrewed mission to Mars in 2026. This historic flight will test the rockets ability to land on the red planet, and crewed missions are planned for 2028....

Technology

Samsung's Ex-Staff Charged with Smuggling DRAM Secrets to Chinese Chipmaker

Two former senior Samsung employees have been arrested in South Korea on charges of illegally transferring DRAM technology to a Chinese semiconductor firm. Authorities allege the pair recruited Korean engineers and handed...

'Rocky Rabbit’s' RabBitcoin Airdrop Approaches as Battle Mode Heats Up on Telegram

The RabBitcoin airdrop is on the horizon, and Rocky Rabbit players can now enjoy the new Battle mode. As they wager in various arenas, the Telegram games token drop on The Open Network is set for next week. Rocky Rabbit...

Bitcoin Market Depth Hits Rock Bottom—Is a Bull Run About to Explode?

Bitcoins market depth reached new lows this weekend, signaling a possible price bottom. Analysts are eyeing this as a signal that a strong bullish reversal may be on the horizon. Bitcoin Hits Market Depth...

US SEC Zeroes in on More Crypto Coins in Binance Case – Market Reacts with Surprising Gains

The US SEC has expanded its lawsuit against Binance, classifying additional crypto tokens as securities. Despite mounting pressure, the market has seen a surprising boost, with token prices increasing in the past...

Solana and XRP ETF Dreams on Hold: Regulatory Delays Cast Doubt on 2025 Launch

Despite rising interest in Solana and XRP ETFs, experts suggest regulatory obstacles may push approval beyond 2025, leaving investors uncertain about the future of these crypto investment vehicles. Solana and XRP ETFs...