International Business Diplomacy
Elevating Public Affairs: A C-Suite Imperative
The article emphasizes that public affairs should be a central aspect of corporate strategy due to its significant impact on...
Mastering Timing: A Blueprint for Policy Success
This essay contends that timing, rather than merit, is crucial in statecraft and policy advocacy. Using Iran's nuclear diplomacy as...
Unlocking Market Access Through Public Affairs Strategy
A proactive public affairs strategy is essential for shaping government policy and securing market access. It is no longer merely...
From Agenda to Implementation: A Policy Framework
This article argues that policymaking operates as a structured, cyclical system with four interdependent stages: agenda setting, consultation, negotiation, and...
Closing the Gap: Strategic Communications in Public Affairs
This article explores the challenges of strategic communications in public affairs and why evidence-based policies often fail to gain legislative...
Integrating Legislative and Regulatory Affairs for Better Governance
This paper argues that organizations should integrate legislative and regulatory affairs, treating them as interconnected phases of governance. The separation...
JNIM Transformation: Threat to Global Security in the Sahel
The security architecture of the Sahel is undergoing a fundamental transformation. In 2024, West Africa accounted for more than half...
Mastering Government Consultations: A Strategic Guide
Governments often seek public input on proposed policies through formal consultations, crucial in shaping effective regulations. Success hinges on timely...
Aligning Corporate Reputation with Public Affairs Strategy
The article asserts that corporate reputation and public affairs should be seen as an interdependent system rather than separate functions....
Mastering Policy Engagement in Complex Regulatory Environments
This article advocates for transforming policy engagement into a proactive strategy that influences regulatory outcomes. It outlines eleven best practices,...