Crime, Terrorism and Human Security

What is it about?

When we think of crime and terrorism, we usually think how those impact our country. Countries pursue security by building up institutions to combat crime and terrorism. However, this article shows that in a global world where borders are porous and many countries ineffective, building strong institutions in some parts of the world does not entirely eliminate the problem for people who are marginalised and vulnerable. In some cases, it might even exacerbate their problems.

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Why is it important?

This work uses a new conceptual framework, that is, of human security, to a problem that is traditionally viewed to be exclusively the responsibility of a state. It highlights how the traditional approach leaves or creates many other problems unaddressed.