Planetary Health and Social Security: Securing Our Common Future

Offering an in-depth exploration of the security challenges posed by COVID-19, Gunaratna, Aslam, and their contributors present a comprehensive collection of thematic and country-specific analyses on post-pandemic planetary health strategies.

This book critically evaluates the global challenges and responses to COVID-19, examining its impact across key sectors such as security, defense, trade, health, economy, and religion. Through empirical evidence and diverse case studies, it analyzes the strengths and shortcomings of international efforts and offers thoughtful approaches and solutions to fostering a balanced and resilient planet for future generations.

Essential for students and scholars of planetary health, international relations, humanitarian affairs, strategic and defense management, policy studies, and global health, this book also serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, government ministries, and agencies seeking insights into effective global practices.

Mohd Mizan Aslam is Professor in Security & Strategic Studies at the National Defence University of Malaysia (NDUM) and Senior Fellow at the Global Peace Institute (GPI), London, United Kingdom.

Rohan Gunaratna is Professor of Security Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technology University, and Founder of International Centre for Political Violence and Terrorism Research, Singapore.