1st Edition
Planetary Health and Social Security Securing Our Common Future
Introduction
Rohan Gunaratna, Mohd Mizan Aslam, and Liu Chunlin
1. The Importance of Planetary Health After the COVID-19 Pandemic
Mohd Mizan Aslam
2. Planetary Health: A Revised View on Healthy Living
Muhd Nabhan Mizan
3. Western Commitment to Planetary Health
John Harrison & Immanuel Azzad Moonesar
4. COVID-19 in the Himalayan Region: State Capacity and Non-Traditional Security Challenges
Joshua Snider
5. Global Pandemic’s Impact On The Security Landscape: The Transition From The Physical to the Online and the Hybrid Domains
Liu Chunlin & Rohan Gunaratna
6. Cybersecurity and Cybercrime in the MENA
Kyounggun Kim
7. Policy Implications: Climate Change and Violent Extremism in Securing our Common Future
Thomas Wuchte
8. Recovery Strategy: The Efforts of East Timor Government in Resolving Crisis
Any Rufaedah
9. The Gendered Impact of Crises: Operationalising Sri Lanka’s Women, Peace and Security Agenda for Recovery and Regeneration
Lihini Ratwatte
10. Islamic Social Finance Contribution in Pandemic COVID-19: Evidence from Indonesia
Efri Syamsul Bahri, Hendro Wibowo, Pamungkas Hendra Kusuma, and Nur Efendi
Biography
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.
“This book is essential reading for policymakers, students, and anyone invested in the future of our planet. It offers both a compelling narrative and practical solutions, demonstrating that the health of our planet and the security of our communities are inextricably linked. A must-read for those committed to creating a just, healthy, and sustainable world for all.”
Dr. Fabian Sandor, Deputy Regional Advisor for Europe and Africa, Irregular Warfare Centre, Washington DC
“Planetary Health and Social Security presents a transformative analysis of the complex interdependencies between ecological systems and human well-being. By integrating perspectives from environmental science, public health, and social justice, the book critically examines pressing global challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequality, with particular attention to their disproportionate impacts on vulnerable populations.
“The authors propose an integrative framework for policymaking that emphasizes the dual imperatives of sustainability and equity. By addressing these interwoven issues holistically, the book seeks to advance innovative strategies and actionable solutions that promote long-term planetary health and social resilience.
“This scholarly work invites readers to reimagine humanity’s relationship with the environment critically. It underscores the importance of collective, evidence-based efforts to secure a sustainable and equitable future for all.”
Dr. Ilyas Mohamed-Derby University, UK.
“Through thorough research and compelling case studies, this book illuminates the urgent need for integrated policies that promote environmental sustainability and social justice simultaneously. It encourages readers to rethink traditional paradigms and embrace innovative solutions to the crises we face. This work serves as both a wake-up call and a guide, inspiring all stakeholders—from community activists to government leaders—to take action. The future of humanity depends on our ability to secure a healthy planet alongside our social structures, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about planetary preservation and social equity.
“COVID-19 was a wake-up call for every individual on the globe. Tackling the multi-faced and long-established problems observed and experienced globally is not easy. However, having a sustainable initiative, from the individual and communal to the regional and global, is undoubtedly crucial and will be crucial for the future of human and natural ecosystems.”
Dr. Mehmet Özay, ISTAC, IIUM Malaysia
