From Munich to the Middle East Battlefield: How the Militarisation of AI Is Recasting Global AI Governance

The use of AI in military operations, including—but not limited to—the recent the US–Israeli attack on Iran, has extended the conversation on AI governance beyond issues such as transparency and consumer safety. This commentary by Zichen Jess Hu throws light on the realities of a move towards AI-assisted and -enabled warfare, and analyses four major shifts which are currently taking place in AI governance.

30/03/2026

Chinese STEM Students in Britain: What the Media Got Wrong

Recently, The Times asked why Britain is educating China’s scientists. In this response, Michael Jinghan Zeng challenges the prejudices and misconceptions underpinning the question while reflecting on the direction of globalised education in STEM and beyond.

09/03/2026

If Iran Shakes, Will Afghanistan Follow?

The effects of recent unrest in Iran have extended well beyond the country’s borders, and any political rupture in Iran would carry significant regional and international consequences. In this commentary, Natasha Matloob examines the political, economic and ideological implications of Iranian instability for neighbouring Afghanistan.

27/02/2026
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