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Since March 2020, Airmic has been issuing Friday Reading, a curated series of readings and knowledge resources sent by email to Airmic members. The objective of Airmic Friday Reading was initially to keep members informed during the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, Airmic Friday Reading has evolved in scope to include content on a wide range of subjects with each email edition following a theme. This page is a searchable archive of all the readings and knowledge resources that have been shared.

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Foreign Policy, 8th December 2024
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
The conflict in Lebanon could go from limited war to all-out conflict, whether due to a miscalculation on Israel’s or Hezbollah’s part or due to a deliberate decision by either party that it is in their interest to fight what seems to be an inevitable war sooner rather than later.
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RUSI, 21st August 2024
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
With insights gained from their latest visit to Ukraine in August 2024, the authors discuss the importance of the Kursk incursion in the Russo-Ukrainian war.
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WTW, 22nd May 2024
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
[Free to download upon sharing contact details] WTW’s 2024 Political Risk Survey explores how companies are managing rising geopolitical challenges.
Gallagher Re, 7th January 2024
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
Nearly half the world's population are due to go to the polls in 2024, with implications for businesses ranging from an increase in state-sponsored cyber attacks and disinformation to the increased likelihood of social unrest.
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Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
[Free to download upon sharing contact details] The Trump Risk Index measures the broad exposure of the US’s 70 largest trading partners. The EIU’s overall risk score is based on an assessment of vulnerability across three areas—trade, immigration and security—where they expect important policy changes under Donald Trump, were he to win the US presidential election in November.
Control Risks
Friday Reading Edition 214 (23rd August 2024)
[Free to download upon sharing contact details] The 2024 US presidential election will be the most consequential geopolitical event of the year. Will the US continue to play a leading role in global affairs, as is likely under the Democratic nominee, Kamala Harris? Or will it become more transactional and isolationist, as is likely under former Republican President Donald Trump?
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Marsh, 12th August 2024
Friday Reading Edition 213 (16th August 2024)
Riots have taken place in various parts of England and in Northern Ireland, since 30 July 2024. Given the potential for further disturbances, to help you through this challenging time, Marsh has produced some guidance on claims, policy response, and tips on keeping your people safe.
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BBC, 11th August 2024
Friday Reading Edition 213 (16th August 2024)
Ministers are urging insurance firms to pay out quickly to businesses damaged by last week's rioting.
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Ofcom, 5th August 2024
Friday Reading Edition 213 (16th August 2024)
Tackling illegal content online is a major priority for Ofcom. In recent days, there has been appalling acts of violence in the UK, with questions raised about the role of social media in this context.
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Institute for Government, 4th August 2024
Friday Reading Edition 213 (16th August 2024)
People expect the government to respond to the awful Southport attacks. The home secretary has limited influence over the response to disorder, but is likely to be criticised if the situation does not calm.
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