Mary Kaldor

In this discussion, Mary Kaldor, a leading expert in Global Governance and the Conflict Research Programme at LSE, shares her pioneering insights on the evolution of warfare. She outlines her 'New Wars, Old Wars' theory, illustrating the shift from state-centric conflicts to identity-driven battles. Kaldor emphasizes the importance of human security, challenging the traditional military mindset and advocating for strategies that focus on community well-being and addressing the roots of violence. Her thoughts on the implications for modern militaries spark engaging reflections on future conflict dynamics.