Dr Aung Hein is an assistant professor in public policy and a member of the Centre for Institutions and Political Behaviour.

As Venezuela continues to grapple with political and economic collapse, the international community – and particularly neighbouring Latin American nations – must be prepared for another surge of migration. Dr Omar Hammoud Gallego, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores how the region should react to this situation.

Donald Trump has been the subject of another apparent assassination attempt. Dr David Andersen, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores whether this will boost the Republican Party presidential candidate's chances of a return to The White House.

Dr Kambaiz Rafi, from our School of Government and International Affairs, explores how the new laws introduced by the Taliban could see the scenes of oppression from the past return for women living in Afghanistan.

Meet Assistant Professor Renu Singh, programme director for our MSc Public Policy programme, launching in 2025.

Omar Hammoud-Gallego is an Assistant Professor in Public Policy and a member of our Centre for Institutions and Political Behaviour.

Voters in the United Kingdom went to the polls on Thursday 4 July in a General Election – the first since 2019. Elections provide an opportunity to talk about the most important issues facing society today. As a global university, our research informs and shapes policy, transforming lives for the better, locally, nationally and globally. During the election campaign, many of our researchers have been sharing their expertise on key areas of public and political debate.

One of our inspiring international affairs researchers has been recognised for her significant contribution to promoting inclusivity.

Durham graduate Sir Graham Brady has returned to Durham to speak at our School of Government and International Affairs.

We are ranked 51-100 in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.

Professor Jutta Bakonyi, who works in our School of Government and International Affairs, looks at how a memorandum of understanding between Ethiopia and Somaliland announced on 1 January 2024 set off diplomatic rows in the Horn of Africa – and beyond.

Professor Anoush Ehteshami was recently invited to give evidence to the UK Foreign Affairs Committee inquiry hearing into the UK’s engagement with the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).