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.
Friday Reading Edition 170 (15th September 2023)
The IMF is concerned about the consequences of money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing, as well as related crimes that undermine the financial sector and the broader economy
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Friday Reading Edition 170 (15th September 2023)
Discusses the legacy of 9/11, the implications of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the shifting balance of global power
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Friday Reading Edition 169 (8th September 2023)
On the occasion of the anniversary of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s passing and The King’s Accession, the King has issued this message.
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Friday Reading Edition 169 (8th September 2023)
The UK has seen the coronation of King Charles III, a change in the line of succession, and more.
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Friday Reading Edition 169 (8th September 2023)
One of her landmark speeches, which reflected on UK-Ireland ties – Queen Elizabeth II capped off the second day of her historic state visit to Ireland in 2011 with a historic speech delivered in Dublin Castle.
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Friday Reading Edition 169 (8th September 2023)
To carry on his mother’s work and confront the legacy of colonialism will require unique skills.
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Friday Reading Edition 168 (1st September 2023)
The BRICS group of major emerging economies - Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – held its 15th heads of state and government summit in Johannesburg between 22-24 August.
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Friday Reading Edition 168 (1st September 2023)
While they may not wield the same level of power as the "superpowers," the actions and diplomacy of Middle Powers can significantly impact regional and global dynamics.
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Friday Reading Edition 168 (1st September 2023)
De-dollarisation’s moment might finally be here.
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Friday Reading Edition 167 (25th August 2023)
Evolution of the space economy and militarisation of orbits are reconfiguring this environment. The space economy is currently based around greater accessibility and digitalisation. Many countries can conduct missions aimed at intelligence gathering, navigation, and military communications, meaning the militarisation of orbits poses an increasing threat, which could impact diplomacy and trigger conflicts.
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