Shashank Joshi

London

Defence editor @TheEconomist, Visiting fellow @warstudies KCL. Signal: shashank.96. Speaking engagements: https://t.co/8V3SSBwUYe

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Articles

The Three Wakas of the Coalition of Coxes

1 week ago | thestandard.org.nz | Shashank Joshi |Victor Abramowicz |David Slack |Graeme Dobell

New Zealand has a deep connection with the sea, and this is reflected in the narratives and naval mythologies of the coalition parties. The waka of the National Party is a slick shiny speed machine that is built for speed and efficiency. It has a highly trained team of professional rowers that is supported by a rich club. Its strength lies in its strong leadership and the crew has an unwavering trust in the cox who has even shaved his head to keep it cool and for aerodynamic advantage.
Open mike 05/06/2025

1 week ago | thestandard.org.nz | Shashank Joshi |Victor Abramowicz |David Slack |Graeme Dobell
AI on the Battlefield: A Fait Accompli?

2 months ago | tandfonline.com | Shashank Joshi

AbstractArtificial intelligence (AI) can now provide insight, autonomous capabilities and decision support to battlefield commanders. However, it is becoming increasingly difficult to draw a firm line between AI suggestions and AI decisions – between making sense of data and acting on it.
Understanding the fallout from the Trump-Zelensky Oval Office meeting

Mar 1, 2025 | kcl.ac.uk | Ruth Deyermond |Shashank Joshi |Anna Matveeva

Experts from King’s shared their insights on the extraordinary Oval Office exchange between US President Donald Trump, Vice-President JD Vance and the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Following the heated discussion on 28 February, which played out live in front of the world's media, President Zelensky left the White House, meaning an anticipated deal around Ukraine’s mineral wealth was not signed.
Donald Trump’s assault on Europe

Feb 16, 2025 | economist.com | Shashank Joshi

His invitation to Vladimir Putin to make a deal over Ukraine has thrown the transatlantic alliance into turmoilFOR EUROPE, the shocks came in quick and bewildering succession. First Pete Hegseth, America’s defence secretary, told America’s allies that his country was no longer the “primary guarantor” of European security. Hours later Donald Trump said he would open talks with Russia over the head of Ukraine and Europe.
How hard is it to run the Pentagon?

Jan 12, 2025 | businessandamerica.com | Shashank Joshi

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How hard is it to run the Pentagon?

Jan 12, 2025 | economist.com | Shashank Joshi

United States | The mightiest bureaucracy on EarthA look at the responsibilities Donald Trump is giving to Pete Hegseth, a former platoon leader“SO VAST IS the [Department of Defence] and so multifarious are its missions,” wrote Ash Carter, America’s 25th secretary of defence, “that it dwarfs most institutions on Earth.” He was not exaggerating. The Pentagon owns or maintains almost 30m acres of real estate, he noted, an area larger than the state of Pennsylvania.
“The sinews are coming together”: But pushback against China in Asia plays out still

Jan 9, 2025 | lowyinstitute.org | Shashank Joshi

My first trip to the Lowy Institute was in 2011. It was a different era. It was the year of Barack Obama’s “pivot” to Asia. The joint statement that followed Hu Jintao’s visit to Washington was full of warm words about co-operation and mutual benefit. Joe Biden, then vice-president, visited Moscow to pursue the administration’s “reset” in ties with Russia. That world seems unrecognisable now. I was fortunate enough to return to Lowy in November last year as a distinguished visiting fellow.
Strategies for Reducing Suicide at Railroads: A Scoping Review of Evidence and Gaps

Dec 27, 2024 | mdpi.com | Shashank Joshi

1. Introduction 1.1. BackgroundSuicide is a significant public health concern, with profound impacts on individuals, families, and entire communities worldwide. In 2022 alone, over 700,000 individuals died by suicide, with countless more attempts recorded for each death [1]. Adolescents and young adults are disproportionately affected; suicide ranks as the second leading cause of death among 10–24-year-olds [1,2].
The uncertain outlook for European security

Nov 19, 2024 | economist.com | Shashank Joshi

Go it alone on defence, stick with America or try to muddle through? By Shashank Joshi, Defence editor, The Economist DONALD TRUMP’S return to the White House is a bombshell moment for Europe. The continent’s powers face the erosion, perhaps dissolution, of their principal alliance at the very moment that Russia has the upper hand in the war in Ukraine.