International SOS

International SOS
International SOS

The International SOS Situation Update podcast provides the latest analysis, advice and recommendations on the health and security risks impacting you and your organisation today. With support from our global medical and security experts, we discuss the most pertinent topics impacting a workforce and provide tactical guidance on mitigating health, safety, security and wellbeing risks.

  1. DEC 4

    Ukraine conflict: Implications for Europe

    Following decisions by the US, UK and France to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles inside Russian territory, we have examined what the knock-on effects could be for countries in Europe. Given the uncertainty over what a potential Russian response may be, our Lead Security Analyst Tarun Nijjer provides his assessment.

    6 min

  2. DEC 3

    Staying safe when visiting Comoros and Mayotte

    International SOS recently carried out in-country assessments of Comoros and Mayotte in the Mozambique Channel. Lead Security Analyst Kirna Kataria travelled to both islands to assess the security situation. She has compiled tips for business travellers planning a trip, to help them prepare for their journey and outline what they should expect while they are there.

    9 min

  3. NOV 28

    Updating Risk Ratings in South Africa

    International SOS has recently changed its Risk Ratings for two municipalities in South Africa, following a recent review of the country's security environment. We have increased the Risk Ratings for the metropolitan municipalities of the City of Johannesburg and eThekwini, which includes the city of Durban, from MEDIUM to HIGH. International SOS’ Lead Security Analyst for East and Southern Africa, Salome Odhiambo, says it follows a review of the various threats present in these locations.

    10 min

  4. NOV 20

    Ukraine conflict: 1,000 days in

    As the conflict in Ukraine passes 1,000 days, we assess the latest challenges faced by the country ahead of Donald Trump re-entering the White House as US President. Outgoing President Joe Biden has signalled an intention to bolster support for Ukraine as much as possible before his successor takes office, as Russia continues to make steady progress on Ukraine's eastern and southern fronts. Lead Security Analyst for Ukraine and Russia, Louise Hogan, offers her assessment of the current situation.

    10 min

  5. NOV 8

    US Election Briefing: Short-term security implications of Trump victory

    Former US president Donald Trump has won the 2024 US presidential election. Vice President Kamala Harris has publicly conceded defeat and urged her supporters to accept the result. She has pledged to a peaceful transfer of power. International SOS' Chief Security Analyst - West, Mike Rogers, and Lead Security Analyst - North America and the Caribbean, Tim McShane, explain what Trump’s victory means for the security environment in the US between now and his inauguration in January.

    14 min

  6. NOV 7

    Enhanced Risk Ratings and Risk Factors: What they are and how they can help keep your people safe

    International SOS recently launched its enhanced Security and Medical Risk Ratings service. In addition to our longstanding country, sub-national and city Risk Ratings, clients can access detailed risk information on around 1,000 cities, and some of the key Risk Factors that drive our Ratings. Managers can see our latest data on variables such as political violence, crime, infrastructure and natural disasters as well as access to healthcare, health threats and air pollution. Our Security and Medical experts explain how we draw on our own expertise, in-country assessment, and trusted data to arrive at our Risk Ratings, and how clients can use them to keep their workforce safe.

    11 min

  7. NOV 6

    India and Canada diplomatic tensions

    International SOS is closely monitoring the India-Canada diplomatic tensions and what the next escalation may look like. In this podcast, our Lead Security Analyst – South Asia, Anugya Chitransh, and Lead Security Analyst – North America and the Caribbean, Tim McShane, discuss what individuals and businesses can do to protect themselves and how International SOS can assist.

    11 min

  8. NOV 5

    Pacific tropical cyclone season: Implications and how to prepare

    The Pacific region experiences tropical cyclones from November to April each year. Cyclones, even those that do not make landfall, are disruptive weather events prompting severe wind, storm surges, flooding and landslides. In this podcast our Aid and Development, Medical and Security experts discuss the impact of this year’s Pacific tropical cyclone season with approximately ten cyclones expected in the region.

    14 min
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The International SOS Situation Update podcast provides the latest analysis, advice and recommendations on the health and security risks impacting you and your organisation today. With support from our global medical and security experts, we discuss the most pertinent topics impacting a workforce and provide tactical guidance on mitigating health, safety, security and wellbeing risks.

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  • Creator
    International SOS
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    181
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