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What is the name of the organization that first presented the idea of promoting good governance in the security sector?
What is the name of the organization that first presented the idea of promoting good governance in the security sector?
Saferworld
What is the name of the initiative that established the ‘new aid paradigm’?
What is the name of the initiative that established the ‘new aid paradigm’?
‘security first’
Who identified the merging of security and development in the new aid paradigm?
Who identified the merging of security and development in the new aid paradigm?
Mark Duffield
The 'new aid paradigm' centers upon the merging of security and development.
The 'new aid paradigm' centers upon the merging of security and development.
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The theory and practice of security sector reform (SSR) is relatively new.
The theory and practice of security sector reform (SSR) is relatively new.
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What does SSR stand for?
What does SSR stand for?
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What three important contributions does thinking about SSR make?
What three important contributions does thinking about SSR make?
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What is the name of the article and what is the author's name?
What is the name of the article and what is the author's name?
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What is the main argument of the article?
What is the main argument of the article?
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What are the three main contributions that SSR makes to security?
What are the three main contributions that SSR makes to security?
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The "new aid paradigm" emphasizes the separation of security and development.
The "new aid paradigm" emphasizes the separation of security and development.
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According to the article, what is the key aspect of the "new aid paradigm"?
According to the article, what is the key aspect of the "new aid paradigm"?
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What is the primary aim of Security Sector Reform (SSR)?
What is the primary aim of Security Sector Reform (SSR)?
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What are the three key areas of concern in Security Sector Reform (SSR)?
What are the three key areas of concern in Security Sector Reform (SSR)?
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The democratic peace theory suggests that democracies are more likely to go to war with each other.
The democratic peace theory suggests that democracies are more likely to go to war with each other.
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What are the three main ways in which Security Sector Reform (SSR) aims to promote democratic peace?
What are the three main ways in which Security Sector Reform (SSR) aims to promote democratic peace?
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What is the main critique of the "democratic peace thesis"?
What is the main critique of the "democratic peace thesis"?
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What are the two main criticisms of Security Sector Reform (SSR), as mentioned in the article?
What are the two main criticisms of Security Sector Reform (SSR), as mentioned in the article?
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What are the four core characteristics of professional armed forces, as defined by Forster and colleagues?
What are the four core characteristics of professional armed forces, as defined by Forster and colleagues?
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The article argues that Security Sector Reform (SSR) can contribute to "good governance" by creating transparent methods of government.
The article argues that Security Sector Reform (SSR) can contribute to "good governance" by creating transparent methods of government.
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What are the two main ways in which Security Sector Reform (SSR) aims to enhance security?
What are the two main ways in which Security Sector Reform (SSR) aims to enhance security?
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The article argues that the "new aid paradigm" highlights the importance of the Security Sector Reform (SSR) agenda in promoting development.
The article argues that the "new aid paradigm" highlights the importance of the Security Sector Reform (SSR) agenda in promoting development.
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What are the three main points about Security Sector Reform (SSR) as a potential tool to promote democratic peace, according to the article?
What are the three main points about Security Sector Reform (SSR) as a potential tool to promote democratic peace, according to the article?
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Which of the following is NOT a challenge or problem associated with implementing Security Sector Reform (SSR), as mentioned in the article?
Which of the following is NOT a challenge or problem associated with implementing Security Sector Reform (SSR), as mentioned in the article?
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What is the main argument of the article regarding the East Timor case study?
What is the main argument of the article regarding the East Timor case study?
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The article argues that Security Sector Reform (SSR) is a universal solution for promoting democratic peace and development in Southeast Asia.
The article argues that Security Sector Reform (SSR) is a universal solution for promoting democratic peace and development in Southeast Asia.
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What are the two key recommendations made by the article for successfully implementing Security Sector Reform (SSR) in Southeast Asia?
What are the two key recommendations made by the article for successfully implementing Security Sector Reform (SSR) in Southeast Asia?
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The article argues that the US's shift towards traditional forms of military assistance can exacerbate the problems confronting Southeast Asia.
The article argues that the US's shift towards traditional forms of military assistance can exacerbate the problems confronting Southeast Asia.
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According to the article, what was the 'new aid paradigm' developed from?
According to the article, what was the 'new aid paradigm' developed from?
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What three things are the 'new aid paradigm' said to prompt?
What three things are the 'new aid paradigm' said to prompt?
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What are two of the main areas that have been identified as needing to be linked together?
What are two of the main areas that have been identified as needing to be linked together?
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What are the four core characteristics associated with professionalism?
What are the four core characteristics associated with professionalism?
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What are the three main generic issues identified as being problematic for SSR?
What are the three main generic issues identified as being problematic for SSR?
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The 'security sector' is a relatively new field of study
The 'security sector' is a relatively new field of study
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The author makes a positive case for SSR, and cites its role in promoting democratic peace and economic development.
The author makes a positive case for SSR, and cites its role in promoting democratic peace and economic development.
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According to the article, what are three areas of concern that should be considered when reforming the security sector?
According to the article, what are three areas of concern that should be considered when reforming the security sector?
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What are two 'pitfalls' that the author identifies as challenging SSR?
What are two 'pitfalls' that the author identifies as challenging SSR?
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What area does the author suggest that SSR should focus on?
What area does the author suggest that SSR should focus on?
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What are some of the main problems that have been cited by the ASPI regarding the Falintil-FDTF in Timor?
What are some of the main problems that have been cited by the ASPI regarding the Falintil-FDTF in Timor?
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What did the King's College report on security sector options in Timor suggest?
What did the King's College report on security sector options in Timor suggest?
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What are two of the broader issues that are present throughout the Southeast Asia region?
What are two of the broader issues that are present throughout the Southeast Asia region?
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What are three major implications of the Falintil-FDTF in Timor?
What are three major implications of the Falintil-FDTF in Timor?
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According to the author, what is the key to effective SSR?
According to the author, what is the key to effective SSR?
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What is one of the author's main arguments against SSR?
What is one of the author's main arguments against SSR?
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What is one of the author's key recommendations regarding SSR?
What is one of the author's key recommendations regarding SSR?
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The author makes a direct negative case against SSR.
The author makes a direct negative case against SSR.
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Study Notes
Security Sector Reform: Prospects and Problems
- This article examines the challenges and opportunities of security sector reform (SSR) in Southeast Asia, arguing that although regional reform provides opportunities to improve peace and security, implementation faces significant problems.
- The theory and practice of SSR are relatively new, arising from the recognition that development and security are interdependent.
- Successful development programs require stable security from legitimate and accountable security forces. Aid donors have a responsibility in this regard.
- SSR attempts to promote good governance in the security sector, aiming to assist broader development programs.
- SSR may be perceived as imposed and thus may not take root, potentially disrupting existing activities and resource allocation.
- The creation of armed forces, such as in East Timor, illustrates the challenges of SSR, including the potential for instability and redirecting resources from other sectors.
- The article highlights the importance of civil-military relations, arguing that security is not possible without development and democratization, and vice-versa.
- Externally sponsored development programs operating within insecure environments may be ineffective or even counterproductive, potentially prolonging or worsening conflicts.
- Defence measures like arms sales and training can impact development trajectories in various ways.
- The 'new aid paradigm' emphasizes the convergence of security and development, recognizing their interdependence.
- The article discusses the growing recognition of this interdependence in development and aid communities and a shift from viewing security as a separate concern to one of the prerequisites for sustainable development and democratization.
- The implementation of SSR in countries with little or no experience with liberal democracy presents specific challenges and opportunities.
- Potential issues discussed include: financial constraints, questions of ownership and control of security forces, potential for politicization of the military, the complexities of defining and applying standards of professionalism, appropriate levels of funding, and questions of national sovereignty.
- Security sector reform efforts are discussed through the lens of the East Timor defense force.
- The paper analyzes the attempts by both international and local actors to establish a functional and legitimate defense force in this region.
- The article suggests that for SSR to be successful, it must consider the cultural, social, and political context of the region.
- SSR must not be imposed from outside but be owned and internalized by the region or its citizens.
- The article highlights the interconnectedness of challenges and opportunities in Southeast Asia.
- Practical difficulties in implementing SSR, including the need for resources, suitable governance structures, and internal ownership of the process are discussed.
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This analysis explores the prospects and challenges of Security Sector Reform (SSR) in Southeast Asia. It highlights the interdependence of development and security and critiques the implementation issues that can arise when reforms are perceived as external impositions. The discussion also emphasizes the role of aid donors in promoting good governance within the security sector.