Dominguez Igual, Claudia

Ms. Claudia Dominguez Igual obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Management from University Complutense of Madrid. She also obtained a Master’s Degree in International Relations from the University of Glasgow, where she specialised in international security issues with focus on the EU´s mechanisms for tackling weak states.

Her research interests include the role of regional and international organisations in promoting peace and security; the EU Common Security and Defence Policy and its ability to launch civilian and military missions in troubled regions; and international development.

Claudia interned at UNU-CRIS until 31 August 2013 under the supervision of Professor Ademola Abass. She worked on the EU-AU cooperation in Peace and Security, paying close attention to the nature of the institutional and structural cooperation between both organisations.