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Cedric de Coning

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Research Prof @NUPInytt @ACCORD_online @EffectivePOps @T4PAfrica #Complexity #AdaptivePeace #PeaceOperations #Peacebuilding #ClimatePeaceSecurity #AfricaNordic 🇳🇴🇿🇦

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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Check out my latest article: Is Europe preparing for the wrong war in Ukraine? www.linkedin.com/pulse/europe... via @LinkedIn
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Norwegian Institute of International Affairs @nupinytt.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Hva må til for at en våpenhvile mellom Russland og Ukraina skal vare? Det skriver NUPI-forsker @cdeconing.bsky.social om i @aftenposten.no i dag:
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Hva må til for at en våpenhvile mellom Russland og Ukraina skal vare?
Det vil være en monumental oppgave.
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Norwegian Institute of International Affairs @nupinytt.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
NUPI-forskerne @kristinhaugevik.bsky.social og @halvardl.bsky.social har satt Supernytt og Aftenposten junior under lupen 🧐 Les mer på @forskning.bsky.social:
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Slik får barn utenriksnyhetene: – Lettbente, varierte og positivt vinklede historier fra verden der ute
Verdensnyheter for norske barn og unge er ofte annerledes enn verdensnyheter for voksne.
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Jyrki Ruohomäki @jyrkiruohomaki.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
This is a very clear and helpful piece by @cdeconing.bsky.social for understanding the techical elements of a ceasefire and pointing the key factors behind a successful ceasefire. theglobalobservatory.org/2025/03/what...
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What Would It Take for a Ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to Hold? - IPI Global Observatory
We know a lot about how to implement a ceasefire, as well as the factors that influence the likelihood that a ceasefire will be successful.  In the case of the Russian war on Ukraine, the US has propo...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
What would it take for a #ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to hold? Who will monitor and verify the ceasefire line, buffer zone & exclusion zone? 🆕 blog in @ipinstgo.bsky.social Også på norsk i @aftenposten.no and @nupinytt.bsky.social theglobalobservatory.org/2025/03/what...
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What Would It Take for a Ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine to Hold? - IPI Global Observatory
We know a lot about how to implement a ceasefire, as well as the factors that influence the likelihood that a ceasefire will be successful.  In the case of the Russian war on Ukraine, the US has propo...
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Norwegian Institute of International Affairs @nupinytt.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Excellent news! New NUPI led project will investigate how local efforts in the West African #Sahel Belt can teach us how to manage the effects of #ClimateChange on peace and security: www.nupi.no/en/news/lear... @cdeconing.bsky.social @thoroivers.bsky.social
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Learning from climate-related stabilisation strategies in Africa | NUPI
How can local efforts in the West African Sahel Belt teach us how to manage the effects of climate change on peace and security?
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Both civil society and traditional leaders from the Lake Chad Basin are meeting today in Maiduguri to prepare for the #LakeChadGovernorsForum2025 that kick-off tomorrow. Impressive to see the efforts being made to make the process as inclusive & holistic as possible.
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
Key takeaways from the peace vs security panel at the Basel Peace Forum organised by #Swisspeace ➡️ Peace is the goal. Security is one of the instruments to achieve peace ➡️ Security is necessary but is not sufficient to sustain peace ➡️ Both negative & positive peace are needed to sustain peace
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Yesterday the Norwegian, Nordic & Baltic Climate Peace and Security community gathered at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI) for the Oslo Climate Peace and Security Forum. At the Forum a new Norwegian Climate Peace and Security Research Policy and Practice Network was launched.
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Bjørn H Amland @bjornhamland.bsky.social · 18/01/2025
For a second year, #Norway will be a guest country of the #G20 on invitation from #SouthAfrica. This gives #Norway, a non-EU member, a unique opportunity to engage in #geopolitics. #Development issues have been at the heart of the G20 agenda. www.development-today.com/archive/2025...
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Norway’s G20 path to global geopolitics | Development Today
For a second year, Norway will be a guest country of the G20 on invitation from South Africa, which has taken over the G20 Presidency from Brazil. This gives...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
🆕 Peacebuilding in Ukraine Announcing a new paper with Tetiana Kalenychenko, Denys Brylov & Marko Lehti about sustaining social cohesion in Ukraine during the war and to secure the peace when the war ends. Open access: brill.com/view/journal...
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Eugene Chen @casquebleu.org · 04/12/2024
📰 In which @cdeconing.bsky.social and I are quoted on issues at stake in discussions on implementation of Security Council resolution 2719 on financing AU peace support ops thru UN assessed contributions, including the ongoing push to apply it to #Somalia. www.thenewhumanitarian.org/analysis/202...
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African-led peacekeeping fills a UN-sized hole
As the UN shifts to more of a support role, regional powers have launched a series of leaner, cheaper stabilisation and intervention missions.
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Eugene Chen @casquebleu.org · 29/11/2024
🕊️ Looking forward to this discussion, which will be an opportunity to reflect on ideas including the DPO-commissioned study on future models of #peacekeeping and my own paper on a new vision for #peaceoperations. #CAF24Berlin 1️⃣ peacekeeping.un.org/en/study-on-... 2️⃣ cic.nyu.edu/resources/a-...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
The African Union is facilitating the development of a Common African Position on #CllimateChange, Peace and Security. Read more about the challenges, priorities and principles identified thus far in the process in this piece by Alhaji Sarjoh Bah 👇🏼 www.accord.org.za/analysis/why...
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Why Climate Change, Peace and Security is a priority for the African Union – ACCORD
The African Union’s Efforts to Address Climate Change, Peace, and Security
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Florian Krampe @floriankrampe.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
UN court to begin hearings on landmark climate change case - requesting opinion of ICJ on Member States obligations, in particular to SIDS, with 100+ statements filed webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1p... #ClimateSecurity
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THE HAGUE – The International Court of Justice (ICJ) holds public hearings in the advisory proceedings on Climate Change – Belize; Bolivia; Brazil. Burkina Faso; Cameroon and Philippines
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) holds public hearings on the request for an advisory opinion on the Obligations of States in respect of Climate Change.
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Kacper Szulecki @szulecki.bsky.social · 14/02/2024
Fabian Zuleeg presenting a summary of our report released at the Oslo Energy Forum. We are suffering from a progress illusion, addressing an exponential challenge with linear policies so we're falling further behind despite moving forward @nupinytt.bsky.social @extinctionrebelsde.bsky.social
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Ferris Jabr @ferrisjabr.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
I was deeply disappointed by the lack of nature/science/climate/enviro on many major end-of-year book lists—so I decided to make my own! Introducing: ✨🎁📚 The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide to Nature & Science Books ✨🎁📚 Please share: Let's make this go viral in time for Black Friday / holiday shopping!
A collage of book covers of new nature & science books. Featured here are Atlas Obscura Wild Life, Dinosaurs at the Dinner Party, Every Living Thing, Alien Earths, Becoming Earth, and Deep WaterA collage of book covers of new nature & science books. Featured here are Frostbite, The Inner Clock, How to Kill an Asteroid, The Great River, The Last Fire Season, and Hoof BeatsA collage of book covers of new nature & science books. Featured here are The Serviceberry, Not the End of the World, Nature's Ghosts, Meet the Neighbors, The Light Eaters, and Our MoonA collage of book covers of new nature & science books. Featured here are Turning to Stone, The Weight of Nature, What If We Get It Right?, Waves in An Impossible Sea, The Tree Collectors, and Why We Remember
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Very interesting discussion last night in Berlin on South Africa’s role in co-shaping a new global order. South Africa’s position is officially non-aligned, but in reality 🇿🇦 is trying to benefit from good relations with both #BRICS and Western countries #G20SouthAfrica
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Crisis Group @crisisgroup.org · 25/11/2024
“It is politically easier to make the case for funding missiles than mediators.” Our President and CEO @comfortero.bsky.social argues that while global conflict is rising, peacemaking is still vital in @economist.com. www.economist.com/the-world-ah...
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Comfort Ero offers three lessons for peacemaking in an unstable world
Global conflict is rising, but do not give up on peacemaking, argues Comfort Ero, president of International Crisis Group in The World Ahead 2025
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SIPRI.bsky.social @sipri.org · 25/11/2024
SIPRI’s annual update on women’s participation in multilateral #PeaceOperations by Claudia Pfeifer Cruz. This overview tracks progress, identifies gaps, and offers insights into recent trends, promoting transparency in peace operations. Explore the #SIPRI booklet ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/VYHM5282
Women in multilateral peace operations in 2024: What is the state of play?
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 24/11/2024
What is #SouthAfrica’s role in shaping a new global order? #AU #G20 #BRICS… Excited to contribute to this discussion organised by the German-Africa Foundation & German-South African Forum on 27 August at Africa House in Berlin 👇🏼
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Blue Justice Secretariat @bluejusticeorg.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Did you know that the fishing industry is the largest victim of #fisheriescrime? The fisheries sector is vital to food security, livelihoods and coastal communities across the world @bluejusticeorg.bsky.social we work for a fair blue economy free of #fisheriescrime #IUUfishing
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SIPRI.bsky.social @sipri.org · 20/11/2024
To make #aid more effective, it must tackle both the symptoms and root causes of crises. In fragile, conflict-affected areas, combining #FoodSecurity, #climate resilience, and #peacebuilding is essential but often delayed. Read the new blog by Simone Bunse and Liliana Almeida ➡️ bit.ly/3BasXoi
More effective aid by design: Integrating food, climate and peace
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SIPRI.bsky.social @sipri.org · 21/11/2024
How can #sustainablepeace be achieved in Iraq's #NinevehPlains? This #SIPRI paper by Amal Bourhrous, Emelie Poignant Khafagi & Alaa Tartir highlights the role of inclusive, community-led #peacebuilding in restoring social cohesion. Read the paper ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/YAF...
Strengthening social cohesion in the Nineveh Plains in Iraq: Issues of common concern and local cooperative solutions
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Wondering about the future of UN peacekeeping? Listen to this @nupinytt.bsky.social The World Stage Podcast by Marie Furhovden with David Haeri of @unpeacekeeper.bsky.social Tor Henrik Andersen of @norwaymfa.bsky.social & me from #NUPI & @effectivepeaceops.bsky.social 🎤 www.nupi.no/en/news/the-...
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The past, present and future of Peacekeeping | NUPI
What can we say about UN Peacekeeping after 75 years of operations? In this episode of the NUPI podcast The World Stage, experts give their take on the missions and what their future look like.
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
I really enjoyed this conversation-great insights from NUPI on climate & social cohesion and climate geopolitics.
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Paul D. Williams @pdwilliamsgwu.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Commissioned by the UN🇺🇳Department of Peace Operations, our new study analyzes models for UN peacekeeping to address evolving global threats. It aims to shape discussions for the 2025 Berlin Peacekeeping Ministerial, focused on "The Future of Peacekeeping." peacekeeping.un.org/en/study-on-...
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Tobias Pietz @topietz.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
So nice to finally see many familiar faces working on peace operations, peacebuilding or crisis management missions here on #bluesky! This is a first try - happy to add whoever I have missed! #PeaceOperations #CrisisManagement #Peacebuilding #EU #UN #AU #CSDP
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Geoff Dabelko @geoffdabelko.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Achieving a just AND peaceful transition means avoiding the backdraft potential, the conflict-generating potential, of needed steps to advance climate adaptation & mitigation. Essential transformative action without making easily anticipated missteps www.newsecuritybeat.org/2022/08/crea...
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Creating an Environment of Peace Means Avoiding Backdraft
A new contribution in a continuing series examining “backdraft” — the unintended consequences of climate change responses — and how its effects might be anticipated and minimized to [...]
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SIPRI.bsky.social @sipri.org · 18/11/2024
This new #SIPRI paper by Timo Smit argues that civilian #CSDP has become more geopolitical after Russia’s full-scale invasion of #Ukraine, but not necessarily more strategic. Civilian CSDP needs enhanced strategic direction from #EU🇪🇺 member states. Read more ➡️ doi.org/10.55163/PQCI8618
Towards a More Strategic Civilian CSDP: Strengthening EU Civilian Crisis Management in a New Era of Geopolitics and Risk
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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Great piece on the geopolitical tussle at COP re: which countries qualify as "rich". Seems to me there's also growing debate over which countries are most vulnerable and therefore most deserving of $ -- SIDs vs. FCAS, etc. grist.org/internationa...
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The question bringing COP29 to a halt: Who's rich enough to pay for climate change?
At COP29, trillions of dollars are riding on whether major emerging economies like China will have to step up climate aid.
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
🇨🇫🧵In a new fact sheet, #NUPI and #SIPRI explore the implications of climate change on peace and security in #CentralAfricanRepublic 👇 www.nupi.no/en/news/clim...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Did you know that the UN 🇺🇳 has a tool to improve the performance of its peacekeeping operations through evidence-based impact assessments? Learn more about the tool, called #CPAS on this #NUPI The World Stage podcast with Kym Taylor & Hans Sachs of #DPO 👉🏼 shows.acast.com/the-world-st...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
Listen to this podcast with @erinsikorsky.bsky.social‬ and the #NUPI Climate, Peace and Security team. We had fun reflecting on the relationship between climate change, peace and security ranging from the Arctic to Africa, with forays into the Security Council & NATO 👉🏼 www.nupi.no/en/news/clim...
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Florian Krampe @floriankrampe.bsky.social · 16/10/2023
Discover the complex link between #ClimateChange, Peace, & Conflict. With support from Norway🇳🇴 and Switzerland🇨🇭, SIPRI and NUPI produce science-backed factsheets bridging policy & science for the UNSC🇺🇳 on #ClimateSecurity. Learn more: buff.ly/3DRk9Tr
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Florian Krampe @floriankrampe.bsky.social · 29/11/2023
⚡The #DRC🇨🇩 is faced with a confluence of #ClimateChange, environmental degradation, resource exploitation and #conflict dynamics that is exacerbating insecurity in the country. 📰Read our latest #ClimateSecurity Fact Sheet➡️bit.ly/3Ru4q3n
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
What needs to be done to improve the impact of the UN Peacebuilding Commission? 🆕 @nupinytt input paper for the review of the 🇺🇳 UN #Peacebuilding Architecture in 2025 #PBAR #PBC ➡️ www.nupi.no/en/publicati...
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
On Friday at #COP29 the focus was on climate, relief, recovery & peace. Climate mitigation & adaptation needs to be conflict-sensitive and peace positive. Note these 🆕 common principles that was launched in #Baku 👉🏼 ecosystemforpeace.org/cop29
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Cedric de Coning @cdeconing.bsky.social · 17/11/2024
#AdaptivePeacebuilding is an approach where peacebuilders, together with the people affected by conflict, actively engage in a structured process to sustain peace by engaging in inductive, iterative & adaptive Doing Whilst Learning 👉🏼 academic.oup.com/ia/article/9...
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Santa Fe Institute @sfiscience.bsky.social · 23/10/2024
1/3 🎙️ Episode 3 of the 'Nature of Intelligence' season is out on #Complexity podcast! Listen now complexity.simplecast.com or visit santafe.edu/culture/podcasts What kind of intelligence is an LLM? Large language models, like ChatGPT and Claude, have remarkably coherent communication skills.
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Florian Krampe @floriankrampe.bsky.social · 11/11/2024
Existing research 'has largely overlooked the complex interplay between #climate change, #conflict-affected states and #peacebuilding'. Read our article in International Affairs that offers a unique lens into the relationship b/w climate change & peacebuilding: academic.oup.com/ia/article/1...
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