Argyll Strategy

Encouraging to see Ken McCallum, Director General of #MI5, addressing the risks posed by #Russia to Western businesses. This aligns closely with our earlier insights, where we assessed these threats in our August report: "Russian Campaign of Sabotage and Assassination Targets Private Sector," authored by #Argyll senior advisors Natasha Groom, Mike Morgan, and Michael Crawford CMG (link in comments).

As tensions in the #MiddleEast continue to escalate, our latest Argyll Strategy Breakfast Briefing couldn't have been more timely. Our senior advisor Michael Crawford CMG and guest John Raine CMG OBE delivered a compelling analysis of the conflict, the strategies of state and non-state actors alike, and the potential implications for #Western interests and businesses. Thank you to our speakers and guests for an insightful and thought-provoking morning. A detailed assessment of #Israel's drive to dismantle ‘The Axis of Resistance’, as written by Michael can be found on our website (link in comments). If you'd like to learn more about how Argyll Strategy can support you, do please get in touch. #ArgyllStrategy #Iran #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations

As the war in #Ukraine grinds on, both sides are looking at new ways of disrupting their adversary’s operations. The Kremlin has long sought to undermine support for Kyiv in the West and #Russia’s efforts are now shifting beyond targeting #Europe’s critical national infrastructure, with private sector assets and companies linked to the Ukraine war under increasing threat.    In our latest article, we look at the increasing use of asymmetrical warfare by Russia against the European private sector. We examine the impact of this campaign, how it is being carried out, and the ramifications for the West’s private sector and policy-makers.    If you would like to find out more about how Argyll Strategy can support you, please get in touch with Will C. or Philip Kaye.

With #Russia making headlines once again for its strike on a children's hospital in #Kyiv, India's re-elected Prime Minister #Modi's trip to #Moscow this week is being watched with increasing scrutiny. Is Modi seeking to emulate #Putin, or is he hedging his bets whilst continuing to grow #India into the next superpower? In our latest article, we assess the results of the globe's biggest democratic vote, India's economic and #foreignpolicy outlooks and the potential impact of Modi 3.0. If you would like to find out more about how Argyll Strategy can support you, please get in touch.

The walls of the The Cavalry and Guards Club have witnessed countless pertinent and incisive discussions over the past 134 years, and our Argyll Strategy Breakfast Briefing last week proved to be no exception. An enormous thank you to our guest speaker Andrew Monaghan for a fascinating analysis of the Russo-Ukrainian war and to Argyll Senior Advisors Natasha Groom and Price Floyd for their highly insightful perspectives on the current, and future, state of Western relations with Russia. If you would like to find out more about how Argyll Strategy can support you, do please get in touch. #RussiaUkraineWar #InternationalRelations #Geopolitics #Sanctions #ArgyllStrategy

It was an honour to be asked to speak to the board of Talbot Underwriting , the lead underwriter of political violence and political risks, at their head office in London, about the current state of some of the world's geopolitical flashpoints, key trends that are emerging and their impact on global trade. With a concerted focus on the Middle East crisis, this was a tough ask that could only be overcome by deep experience forged by decades of hard work in the Gulf and Arab world. Naturally, Michael Crawford CMG and Will C. handled this with professional ease! #PoliticalRisk #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #InternationalTrade #ArgyllStrategy

As the sun shone on Hottinger Group’s rooftop terrace overlooking St James’s Park, it was a pleasure to be invited to talk to guests about ‘Family Resilience and Security in Today's World’.    In an increasingly volatile, uncertain and complex world, private clients and their families are turning to Argyll Strategy for independent quality advice to help guide, advise and protect them and their most precious assets.   In a hyper-connected world, our intelligence, investigations, communications and security services are increasingly intertwined. We shared our insights, experiences and capabilities to help clients protect their reputations, resilience and security for the long term.    Thank you to our hosts, Andrew Butler-Cassar and Mark Robertson. If you would like to find out more about how Argyll Strategy can support you,do please get in touch.    #FamilySecurity #Resilience #ReputationManagement #ArgyllStrategy

Argyll proudly announces the appointment of Folarin Kuku to our Senior Project Advisory Board, where he will serve as our Advisor for all matters relating to our clients’ needs in West Africa.    Folarin brings a distinguished background, having served with distinction in the British Army. Commissioned into the Grenadier Guards after attending Sandhurst, he made history in 2006 as the first black officer in the Grenadier Guards. Throughout his 10-year tenure, Folarin completed three tours of Afghanistan before returning to Nigeria to establish a market leading Security and Logistics company operating across the Region.    Folarin's addition to our Senior Project Advisory Board signifies another milestone for Argyll Strategy as we continue to enhance our capabilities. His expertise and insight will further enable us to deliver exceptional results for our clients, ensuring their objectives are achieved.   Please contact us to explore how Folarin Kuku could contribute to your or your clients' requirements. #ArgyllStrategy #ProjectAdvisory #WestAfrica #Success #Investigations #Intelligence #StrategicCommunications

Iran’s seizure of the MSC Aries container ship today brings into sharp focus the disruption it can cause in the Straits of Hormuz, as we explored in this paper in early February. With a track record of responding to heightened tensions with threats to international trade - most clearly via the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea - the coming days will show how far Tehran is willing to go to disrupt trade flows further. #geopolitics #Iran #MSCAries #MiddleEast

Iran’s seizure of the MSC Aries container ship today brings into sharp focus the disruption it can cause in the Straits of Hormuz, as we explored in this paper in early February. With a track record of responding to heightened tensions with threats to international trade - most clearly via the Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea - the coming days will show how far Tehran is willing to go to disrupt trade flows further. #geopolitics #Iran #MSCAries #MiddleEast