Vol. 60 (2025)

This issue introduces a collection of critical reflections on global governance, security, and legitimacy. Revisiting the evolution of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), critiques of counterterrorism discourse, transparency reforms in Malawi, and technocratic shifts in the Eurozone, the contributions highlight the persistent gap between ideals and institutional realities. From geopolitical rivalries to crisis-driven policymaking, each article underscores the limits of reform without structural support or democratic accountability. Together, these pieces challenge assumptions about progress and offer sober insights into the complex interplay of power, principle, and practice in contemporary political life.