The Many Faces of Statelessness
Author(s): Priyanka Bhalla and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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In December 2009, 4,300 Laotian Hmongs in Thailand were involuntarily repatriated to Laos. Their status in Thailand has often been disputed, as some have officially been recognised by UNHCR as ‘refugees’, others are considered ‘economic migrants’ ...moreIn December 2009, 4,300 Laotian Hmongs in Thailand were involuntarily repatriated to Laos. Their status in Thailand has often been disputed, as some have officially been recognised by UNHCR as ‘refugees’, others are considered ‘economic migrants’ or ‘illegal migrants’ by Thailand and as a result, many of their children are ‘stateless’. The label they receive decides the treatment they get under national and international law. In our last alert, the aim was to better understand the issue of statelessness, why it occurs and what it means under international law. This alert aims to analyse the difference between stateless persons in their habitual residence and stateless persons on the move, explaining the many faces of statelessness within Southeast Asia.
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2/26/2010 |
NTS Bulletin March 2010 (Issue 1)
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On 12 January 2010, Haiti was struck by a 7.0 earthquake killing between 200,000 to 250,000 people. The death toll was estimated to be the largest ever incurred in a single country as a percentage of population. Moreover, the Inter-American ...moreOn 12 January 2010, Haiti was struck by a 7.0 earthquake killing between 200,000 to 250,000 people. The death toll was estimated to be the largest ever incurred in a single country as a percentage of population. Moreover, the Inter-American Development Bank estimated the damage caused by the earthquake at approximately USD 13.2 billion, making it the most destructive natural disaster in modern times. Then on 27 February 2010, Chile was hit by an 8.8 earthquake. As of 1 March 2010, the death count from the earthquake has been reported as 708 and is set to increase as more areas become accessible.
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3/5/2010 |
Energy Renaissance In East Asia: Nuclear Or Renewables?
Author(s): Punzalan Kevin Christopher De Guzman and Koh Swee Lean Collin
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As East Asia rapidly develops, greater demands are being placed on governments to efficiently supply energy to sustain economic growth. Simultaneously, public awareness of environmental issues has placed new imperatives on energy planning. To meet ...moreAs East Asia rapidly develops, greater demands are being placed on governments to efficiently supply energy to sustain economic growth. Simultaneously, public awareness of environmental issues has placed new imperatives on energy planning. To meet these challenges, the concept of sustainable development must be incorporated into energy security strategies in order to balance the three priorities of energy security, economic growth and environmental protection. Alternative energy forms a cornerstone of such a strategy. From a brief examination of the contemporary developments in alternative energy sources in East Asia, this Alert shows that the use of ‘nuclear renaissance’ for describing the energy future of the region is still premature, given that progress in this field has not been uniform and has largely stagnated. Instead, renewable energy developments show better progress and hold greater promise for East Asia. Instead of a ‘nuclear renaissance’, a ‘renewables renaissance’ may be taking hold in the region.
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3/12/2010 |
Positioning Adaptation in the Climate Change Debate
Author(s): Sadhavi Sharma
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Climate change adaptation as a means for reducing vulnerability to climate change and building resilience in developing countries is steadily climbing the international agenda. While adaptation is acknowledged by some as a necessary complement to ...moreClimate change adaptation as a means for reducing vulnerability to climate change and building resilience in developing countries is steadily climbing the international agenda. While adaptation is acknowledged by some as a necessary complement to mitigation, others have expressed reservations about promoting it as a policy goal. Still others, increasingly so in developing countries, are even suggesting adaptation as an alternative to climate mitigation. Underpinning these views is the lack of a consensual understanding of what constitutes adaptation. This Alert provides an overview of adaptation and what it means, examining the position of adaptation in the climate change debate and the different perspectives on it.
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4/16/2010 |
NTS Bulletin April 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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The upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup scheduled to take place in South Africa between 11 June and 11 July 2010 has once again raised concerns over the possibility of human trafficking. A study by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), South ...moreThe upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup scheduled to take place in South Africa between 11 June and 11 July 2010 has once again raised concerns over the possibility of human trafficking. A study by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), South Africa's statutory research agency, has already warned that human trafficking is a serious problem in South Africa and that the FIFA World Cup could lead to an increase in the volume of trafficking. The report Tsireledzani: Understanding the dimensions of human trafficking in southern Africa stated that victims of trafficking in South Africa are mostly women, girls and boys trafficked for a variety of purposes, including prostitution, pornography, domestic servitude, forced labour, begging, criminal activity (including drug trafficking), and trafficking for the removal of body parts (or muti). Moreover, South Africa is a source, transit, and destination country for human trafficking. It has 72 official ports of entry “and a number of unofficial ports of entry where people come in and out without being detected” along its 5,000 km-long land borderline.
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4/22/2010 |
Integrating Adaptation into Development Policy in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Sadhavi Sharma
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Southeast Asia is potentially one of the more vulnerable regions to climate change impacts, as many of the countries in the region have relatively low levels of development, weak infrastructure, long coastlines, and a significant percentage of the ...moreSoutheast Asia is potentially one of the more vulnerable regions to climate change impacts, as many of the countries in the region have relatively low levels of development, weak infrastructure, long coastlines, and a significant percentage of the population is still dependent on agriculture, a sector which is more climate-sensitive. Recognising this, developing countries in the region have been vociferous in their support for adaptation. This Alert looks at three countries – Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines – to examine the place of adaptation in government policy.
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4/30/2010 |
The H1N1 Virus: Lessons Learnt for Business Continuity Management
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NTS Bulletin November 2009 (Issue 2)
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Over 1,000 delegates from 125 countries gathered in Doha, Qatar, from 9-13 November 2009 for the third session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption. This Conference is the third attempt to ...moreOver 1,000 delegates from 125 countries gathered in Doha, Qatar, from 9-13 November 2009 for the third session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption. This Conference is the third attempt to finalise the world's first and only international anti-corruption convention and to establish a review mechanism for its enforcement. At the end of the Conference, participating States agreed to a mechanism to monitor implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption.
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11/20/2009 |
NTS Bulletin November 2009 (Issue 1)
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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 5,000 lives have been claimed by the novel influenza virus (H1N1). The US has now declared H1N1 as a national emergency. With the start of the second wave of infections, cases have been ...moreAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), nearly 5,000 lives have been claimed by the novel influenza virus (H1N1). The US has now declared H1N1 as a national emergency. With the start of the second wave of infections, cases have been reported in France, Morocco, Iceland, Turkey, Mongolia and Rwanda. Amid these, there has been a shortfall in H1N1 vaccines, due to manufacturing delays as well as continued debate on the safety of H1N1 and other flu vaccines.
At the same time, the onslaught of natural disasters in Asia has shown to be a breeding ground for infectious diseases. After the recent devastating typhoon in the Philippines, 35,000 persons are still living in evacuation shelters and more than half are suffering from diseases. The most dangerous infection has been leptospirosis, a life-threatening infection that one could get by swallowing or absorbing contaminated water through cuts in the skin. International and local infectious disease experts of the WHO and the Global Outbreak Alert are currently trying to identify the strain of this bacteria and its animal source.
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11/6/2009 |
NTS Bulletin October 2009 (Issue 2)
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10/23/2009 |
NTS Bulletin October 2009 (Issue 1)
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With less than 11 weeks to the UNFCCC meeting in Copenhagen, the United Nations Climate Summit was held on 22 September 2009, in a bid to rally international support and action against climate change. As world leaders made their brief speeches at ...moreWith less than 11 weeks to the UNFCCC meeting in Copenhagen, the United Nations Climate Summit was held on 22 September 2009, in a bid to rally international support and action against climate change. As world leaders made their brief speeches at the United Nations, all eyes were on the biggest carbon emitters, China and the United States, on the concrete steps they would take in reducing global carbon emission levels.
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10/9/2009 |
NTS Bulletin September 2009 (Issue 2)
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9/18/2009 |
NTS Bulletin September 2009 (Issue 1)
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9/4/2009 |
NTS Bulletin August 2009 (Issue 2)
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8/21/2009 |
NTS Bulletin August 2009 (Issue 1)
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8/7/2009 |
NTS Bulletin July 2009 (Issue 2)
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7/17/2009 |
NTS Bulletin July 2009 (Issue 1)
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7/3/2009 |
NTS Bulletin June 2009 (Issue 2)
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6/19/2009 |
NTS Bulletin June 2009 (Issue 1)
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6/5/2009 |
NTS Bulletin May 2009 (Issue 2)
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5/22/2009 |
NTS Bulletin May 2009 (Issue 1)
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5/8/2009 |
NTS Bulletin April 2009 (Issue 2)
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4/24/2009 |
NTS Bulletin April 2009 (Issue 1)
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4/3/2009 |
NTS Bulletin March 2009 (Issue 2)
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3/20/2009 |
NTS Bulletin March 2009 (Issue 1)
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3/6/2009 |
Maritime Predations in Southeast Asia: Three Case Studies
Author(s): Roderick Chia and Kevin Punzalan
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While piracy in Southeast Asia has been addressed better over time, maritime predations continue to occur in the region. These predations, on small traders and maritime communities, afflict these groups and individuals and contribute to their ...moreWhile piracy in Southeast Asia has been addressed better over time, maritime predations continue to occur in the region. These predations, on small traders and maritime communities, afflict these groups and individuals and contribute to their insecurity. They are vulnerable populations whose livelihoods and way of life have been threatened, yet whose security has not been adequately dealt with through traditional maritime security approaches. Through a non-traditional security lens, the problem of lower-end piracy – or maritime predations – is examined using case studies. This may, in time, lead to more appropriate policy approaches to deal with the root causes of piracy and maritime predations in Southeast Asia in the longer term.
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8/28/2009 |
Rethinking Border Control: Linking Mobility, Human Trafficking and Infectious Disease
Author(s): Kevin Punzalan and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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Current studies on pandemics explore the links between population mobility and health. These studies usually focus on regular population movement such as those of tourists and legal immigrants. However, less attention has been paid to another type ...moreCurrent studies on pandemics explore the links between population mobility and health. These studies usually focus on regular population movement such as those of tourists and legal immigrants. However, less attention has been paid to another type of movement: Human Trafficking victims. The failure to take into account the link between poor public health, this form of population mobility, and infectious diseases leaves a gap in the defences against the emergence of new infectious diseases.
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5/15/2009 |
ASEAN Nuclear Rennaisance In Southeast Asia
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin, Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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In the face of rising oil prices and calls to combat climate change, nuclear power has emerged as an attractive long-term alternative energy source to sustain socioeconomic development in Southeast Asia. However, this move is potentially fraught ...moreIn the face of rising oil prices and calls to combat climate change, nuclear power has emerged as an attractive long-term alternative energy source to sustain socioeconomic development in Southeast Asia. However, this move is potentially fraught with numerous difficulties, hence presenting a dilemma in balancing energy security and public concerns. This edition provides an update on the nuclear renaissance currently unfolding in Southeast Asia
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8/29/2008 |
Humanitarian Emergencies (I)
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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The june editions of NTS-Alert discuss the issue of humanitarian emergencies reflecting on the recent disasters that took place in Asia. This edition of NTS-Alert will first take a look at the debate about the different frameworks/approaches to ...moreThe june editions of NTS-Alert discuss the issue of humanitarian emergencies reflecting on the recent disasters that took place in Asia. This edition of NTS-Alert will first take a look at the debate about the different frameworks/approaches to humanitarian emergencies. It will then examine how emergencies unfold and what the causes are by looking at the cases of several major natural disasters in Asia
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6/13/2008 |
Bugged by Diseases
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Yang Yi
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This edition of the NTS Alert takes a look at the extent, impact and responses to the latest infectious diseases plaguing China. Also featured is coverage on the state of health of victims of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar and its implication for human ...moreThis edition of the NTS Alert takes a look at the extent, impact and responses to the latest infectious diseases plaguing China. Also featured is coverage on the state of health of victims of Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar and its implication for human security and international response.
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5/16/2008 |
'Land Grabbing': The Global Search for Food Security in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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By the end of the last decade, the total area of farmland globally that was acquired by government-backed foreign investors amounted to nearly half the size of Europe. In addition to Latin America, Africa and Central Asia, this trend has also ...moreBy the end of the last decade, the total area of farmland globally that was acquired by government-backed foreign investors amounted to nearly half the size of Europe. In addition to Latin America, Africa and Central Asia, this trend has also reached Southeast Asia (SEA). The civil society and media refer to these land acquisition investments, encouraged by governments to boost the national economy, as ‘land grab’. It is against this background that this May's first Issue of the NTS Alert, attempts to highlight the ‘land grab’ phenomenon in the region. The second Issue will discuss the pros and cons of these land acquisition deals.
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5/14/2010 |
Changing Cityscapes: Signs of Development or Disaster?
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil and Irene A. Kuntjoro
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Given the tardy progress in mitigating climate change, adaptation measures are crucial in dealing with the current and future impacts of climate change. Adaptation measures need to be formulated and implemented based on vulnerabilities of different ...moreGiven the tardy progress in mitigating climate change, adaptation measures are crucial in dealing with the current and future impacts of climate change. Adaptation measures need to be formulated and implemented based on vulnerabilities of different localities. This paper looks at the vulnerabilities of the urban poor in Southeast Asian cities by using the cases of Jakarta and Manila, given that they are already susceptible to regular weather related disasters. While the relation between climate change and extreme weather events may be contested, cities continue to struggle to respond effectively to weather related disasters. This paper argues that various adaptation measures should be a part of holistic urban planning that involves collaborative partnership between local, national and international state and non-state actors.
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5/13/2010 |
'Land Grab' and its Discontents
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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In the last two years, there has been a proliferation of acquisitions of farmland in resource-rich but capital-starved countries in the Global South. International reports attribute this trend to governments who are driven by long-term food ...moreIn the last two years, there has been a proliferation of acquisitions of farmland in resource-rich but capital-starved countries in the Global South. International reports attribute this trend to governments who are driven by long-term food security concerns, and who have lost faith in the market system as a consequence of the 2008 global food crisis, which saw food exporting nations imposing export restrictions when faced with global ‘food shortages’ and rising prices. What are the implications of these ‘land grab’ deals on the affected communities? This month’s second issue of the NTS Alert discusses the opposing views on ‘land grab’, and offers recommendations on how governments and business corporations can protect their investments while preserving the human rights of affected communities.
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5/27/2010 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.21
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Cheryl Lim, Sofiah Jamil and Steven Poh.
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The NTS-Asia newsletter is a bi-monthly compilation of the latest activities and publication in NTS-Asia.
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6/1/2010 |
NTS Bulletin May 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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Transboundary rivers are highly political and can become a source of inter-state conflict if they are not managed well. The latest chapter in the long-running feud over the sharing of transboundary rivers came when an Extraordinary Nile Council of ...moreTransboundary rivers are highly political and can become a source of inter-state conflict if they are not managed well. The latest chapter in the long-running feud over the sharing of transboundary rivers came when an Extraordinary Nile Council of Ministers’ Meeting brought together all the Nile Basin Initiative (NBI) member countries at Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt on 13 April 2010. The meeting, attended by both upper riparian countries (Ethiopia, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea and Burundi) and lower riparian countries (Egypt and Sudan) exposed the deep fissures that separate the two groups. Whereas the upper riparian countries pushed for a Cooperative Framework Agreement (CFA) that would allow for the equitable sharing of water, Egypt and Sudan, which between them take the lion’s share, refused to cooperate.
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5/21/2010 |
NTS Insight: Enhancing Energy Security, Underpinning Development: The Future of Nuclear Energy in ASEAN
Author(s): Ryan Clarke, Koh Swee Lean Collin and Kevin Punzalan
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If ASEAN intends to meaningfully enhance its energy security, take greater steps to protect itself from instabilities in the international energy market, and effectively underpin its continued development, it should move beyond simple public ...moreIf ASEAN intends to meaningfully enhance its energy security, take greater steps to protect itself from instabilities in the international energy market, and effectively underpin its continued development, it should move beyond simple public pronouncements, to begin a serious consistent debate on developing nuclear power in the region whilst ensuring its effective governance. Several ASEAN states have already taken concrete policy measures; the effectiveness of which can be assessed and built upon for the betterment of the entire region.
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5/31/2010 |
NTS Bulletin June 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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On 20 April 2010, an explosion and a fire took place at the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil drilling platform in the Gulf of Mexico, 65 kilometres from the Louisiana coast in the United States. The incident took the lives of 11 crew members and ...moreOn 20 April 2010, an explosion and a fire took place at the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil drilling platform in the Gulf of Mexico, 65 kilometres from the Louisiana coast in the United States. The incident took the lives of 11 crew members and caused an oil spill with an estimated 1,000 barrels (159,000 litres) of oil leaking daily into the Gulf of Mexico. At least 22.7 million litres of crude oil has leaked into the Gulf of Mexico so far, with the oil reaching the wetlands of Louisiana. The Deepwater Horizon – one of the most technologically advanced offshore drilling platforms in the world – was leased by the oil company BP. The US government and environmental non-governmental organisations have been pressuring BP to take better action to contain and investigate the cause of the oil spill. The incident has raised a number of questions related to issues such as the safety of oil rigs, dependence on fossil fuels as a source of energy, development of nuclear energy as an alternative source of energy, and levels of preparedness in oil rigs not only against natural disasters but also against man-made ones.
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6/4/2010 |
Grappling With Natural Disasters
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and MOhamed Yasir
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Late January and early Febuary 2008 witnessed extreme weather conditions, particularly seen in China's devastating winter conditions and Indonesia's national-wide floods. This edition examines state responses to these weather related disasters.
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2/22/2008 |
Floods: Are We Ever Ready
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yasir
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This edition examins recent extreme weather incidents worldwide as well as the preventive measures, relief operations and post-flood processes that have been implemented to deal with them thus far.
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11/16/2007 |
Living with Nuclear Energy
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yasir
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The use of nuclear energy has received mixed responses regarding its feasibilityas an alternative source of energy. Its potential as an economically viable and environmentally friendly source of energy, has often been marred by accidents worldwide ...moreThe use of nuclear energy has received mixed responses regarding its feasibilityas an alternative source of energy. Its potential as an economically viable and environmentally friendly source of energy, has often been marred by accidents worldwide pertaining to the lack of safety standards. Governments, especially those from developing countries lacking in capacity, are feeling the heat as doubts are raised about their capacity in adopting nuclear energy without threatening the lives of its citizens. This edition therefore takes a look at what has been done so far to improve the viability of nuclear energy and manage concerns about nuclear safety.
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9/28/2007 |
Wild Wet Weather
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yasir
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In the past two months, nature has displayed its violent wrath in various parts of the workd. In Asia, climate chnage coupled with the La Nina effect has left a trail of devastation for many innocent and poor lives. This edition takes a look at ...moreIn the past two months, nature has displayed its violent wrath in various parts of the workd. In Asia, climate chnage coupled with the La Nina effect has left a trail of devastation for many innocent and poor lives. This edition takes a look at several countries that have been badly hit by the extreme weather conditions.
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8/31/2007 |
Nuclear Energy Special
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Gena Goh
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7/13/2007 |
Climate Change Threatens Our Food Security
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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This edition of NTS Alert takes a look at the effects of climate change on food security and what some Asian states have been doing about it.
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5/11/2007 |
Reserving the Right Not to Comply: Asean Legal Reservations to CRC and CEDAW
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony and Priyanka Bhalla
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All ASEAN member countries have ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). However it is a less well-known fact that some ASEAN member states ...moreAll ASEAN member countries have ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). However it is a less well-known fact that some ASEAN member states hold reservations on substantive articles of both Conventions, which has an impact on both regional and domestic decision-making associated to women’s and children’s rights. This Alert shall summarise the primary content of both Conventions and provide a summary of reservations held by ASEAN member states in order to call for improved implementation of women’s and children’s protection mechanisms in the region.
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6/11/2010 |
NTS Bulletin June 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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Recent anti-corruption efforts by Indonesia have once again brought attention to the longstanding issue of corruption. Indonesia established the Corruption Eradication Commission or the Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (KPK) in 2002. KPK started ...moreRecent anti-corruption efforts by Indonesia have once again brought attention to the longstanding issue of corruption. Indonesia established the Corruption Eradication Commission or the Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (KPK) in 2002. KPK started operating in late 2003. By mid-2009, it has investigated, prosecuted and achieved 100 per cent conviction rate in 86 cases of bribery and graft related to government procurements and budgets. KPK’s actions however have drawn fierce opposition from critics, primarily the members of parliament, the police and attorney general’s office who have argued that its powers, including the rights to block accounts, issue travel bans and order suspension from office are too draconian and intrusive.
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6/18/2010 |
Preventing mass atrocities in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook and Priyanka Bhalla
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It is now over 30 years since Cambodia experienced Genocide between 1975 and 1979 when the Khmer Rouge killed approximately 1.7 million people or 21 percent of their population of about 8 million. Cambodians were powerless to help themselves ...moreIt is now over 30 years since Cambodia experienced Genocide between 1975 and 1979 when the Khmer Rouge killed approximately 1.7 million people or 21 percent of their population of about 8 million. Cambodians were powerless to help themselves against the Khmer Rouge. The international community was caught up in the midst of the Cold War and not interested. ASEAN was in its infancy.
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6/15/2010 |
Preventing crimes in SE Asia
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook and Priyanka Bhalla
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IT IS now over 30 years since Cambodia experienced genocide between 1975 and 1979 when the Khmer Rouge killed approximately 1.7 million people or 21 per cent of their population of about eight million. Cambodians were powerless to help themselves ...moreIT IS now over 30 years since Cambodia experienced genocide between 1975 and 1979 when the Khmer Rouge killed approximately 1.7 million people or 21 per cent of their population of about eight million. Cambodians were powerless to help themselves against the Khmer Rouge. The international community was caught up in the midst of the Cold War and not interested. Asean was in its infancy.
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6/16/2010 |
Legislative Efforts, Institutional Challenges and Neglected Concerns on Women's and Children's Rights in Indonesia and the Philippines
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony and Priyanka Bhalla
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This Alert is the second in a series investigating the situation of women’s and children’s protection concerns in ASEAN. It aims to examine the domestic efforts that Indonesia and the Philippines have made in the area of domestic violence ...moreThis Alert is the second in a series investigating the situation of women’s and children’s protection concerns in ASEAN. It aims to examine the domestic efforts that Indonesia and the Philippines have made in the area of domestic violence legislation. Both countries are often cited as having national legislation which directly refers to the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), and a number of institutions that service the needs of women and children who have suffered from violence. In addition, this Alert also provides a brief glimpse into the distinct protection needs of women and children during situations of violence, citing Aceh and Mindanao as examples.
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6/25/2010 |
Regional Champions - Examining the Comparative Advantages of AICHR and ACWC
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook and Priyanka Bhalla
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The last two years have witnessed the emergence of several new and promising policy entry points for the advancement of the protection of civilians (POC) in Southeast Asia. On 23 October 2009, the ASEAN Inter-governmental Commission on Human Rights ...moreThe last two years have witnessed the emergence of several new and promising policy entry points for the advancement of the protection of civilians (POC) in Southeast Asia. On 23 October 2009, the ASEAN Inter-governmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) was launched. This was followed six months later, on 7 April 2010, by the inauguration of the ASEAN Commission on the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Women and Children (ACWC). This Insight investigates how current regional institutional developments could affect and advance the POC agenda in the ASEAN region. It also provides some key recommendations for how the AICHR and ACWC might collaborate and coordinate more effectively with one another, thus maximising the benefits of these institutional developments for the security and well being of peoples/populations across the region.
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6/30/2010 |
NTS Bulletin July 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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In the second half of June 2010, we witnessed several weather-related disasters in various parts of the world. Heavy rains in several Asian countries inundated both rural regions such as China’s Yunnan province and cities such as Mumbai, India. ...moreIn the second half of June 2010, we witnessed several weather-related disasters in various parts of the world. Heavy rains in several Asian countries inundated both rural regions such as China’s Yunnan province and cities such as Mumbai, India. Even countries from the developed world were not spared from the wrath of torrential rain, as seen in the French Riviera and in Singapore. While floods are an annual occurrence in Asian cities such as Mumbai and Jakarta, the flash flood in Singapore’s Orchard Road was a first for the city-state’s iconic shopping district.
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7/2/2010 |
Transnational Organised Crime in Southeast Asia: Threat Assessment
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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Efforts against transnational organised crime traditionally focus on organised crime groups. While organised crime groups can become problems in themselves, their elimination is unlikely to stop the phenomenon so long as there is demand. A strategy ...moreEfforts against transnational organised crime traditionally focus on organised crime groups. While organised crime groups can become problems in themselves, their elimination is unlikely to stop the phenomenon so long as there is demand. A strategy that targets not just organised crime groups but also illicit markets is essential in order to effectively combat transnational organised crime.
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7/9/2010 |
NTS Bulletin July 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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The 2010 Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP), compiled by the US Department of State, marks the 10th anniversary of progress in the fight against modern slavery. Key points from the report are:
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7/16/2010 |
Responding to Transnational Organised Crime: Case Study of Human Trafficking and Drug Trafficking
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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Human trafficking and illicit drug trafficking are arguably the most intractable of all transnational crimes. They are an issue of both domestic and foreign policy concern and a subject of longstanding multilateral policy commitment. This Alert ...moreHuman trafficking and illicit drug trafficking are arguably the most intractable of all transnational crimes. They are an issue of both domestic and foreign policy concern and a subject of longstanding multilateral policy commitment. This Alert reviews past and present policies adopted by countries in Southeast Asia in response to human trafficking and illicit drug trafficking. It argues that the approach adopted by countries in the region is still skewed in favour of a traditional law enforcement approach. This approach, which primarily targets organised criminal groups and individuals, is not sufficient as most trafficking flows are driven by the market rather than by the groups involved in them.
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7/23/2010 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.22
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Cheryl Lim, Sofiah Jamil and Steven Poh.
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The NTS-Asia newsletter is a bi-monthly compilation of the latest activities and publication in NTS-Asia.
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7/29/2010 |
The Responsibility to Protect - A Way Forward
Author(s): Omar Halim
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This Insight investigates the origins and evolution of international intervention from the foundation of the United Nations in 1945 up to and beyond the inclusion of the Responsibility to Protect in the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document. It ...moreThis Insight investigates the origins and evolution of international intervention from the foundation of the United Nations in 1945 up to and beyond the inclusion of the Responsibility to Protect in the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document. It focuses on the role of United Nations peacekeeping forces and the internal and external bids and influences on their establishment. This Insight argues that the international community cannot stand by while mass atrocities occur but needs to recognise the reasons behind the reluctance to endorse the Responsibility to Protect in developing states. It evaluates under what conditions the Responsibility to Protect is able to operate and suggests ways forward.
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7/30/2010 |
Investing in Papua: The Dual Challenges of Governance and Development
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook
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Recent events surrounding the Special Autonomy status of Papua in Indonesia have caught the eye of the international media and engaged public opinion. In particular, the protests in Jayapura in early July 2010 illustrated community tensions in ...moreRecent events surrounding the Special Autonomy status of Papua in Indonesia have caught the eye of the international media and engaged public opinion. In particular, the protests in Jayapura in early July 2010 illustrated community tensions in Papua. This paper attempts to carve through the economic and political issues surrounding these events to analyse and evaluate the economic and political challenges in Papua, and thus provide an assessment on the prospects for conflict resolution.
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8/3/2010 |
NTS Bulletin August 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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The International AIDS Conference 2010 was held in Vienna, Austria from 18 to 23 July to gather those working in the field of HIV such as policymakers, scientists and researchers, those living with HIV, and other individuals committed to ...moreThe International AIDS Conference 2010 was held in Vienna, Austria from 18 to 23 July to gather those working in the field of HIV such as policymakers, scientists and researchers, those living with HIV, and other individuals committed to eliminating the HIV pandemic. This conference was particularly significant as a follow-up to the events of 2005, when G8 leaders, the UN World Summit and the UNAIDS Secretariat made a commitment to define a conceptual framework for universal access to HIV/AIDS treatment, prevention and care by 2010. The conference aimed to demonstrate the importance of continued HIV investments to broader health and development goals, to highlight the links between human rights and HIV, to present new scientific findings and to offer opportunities for dialogue on major issues facing the global response to HIV.
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8/6/2010 |
Demographic 'Time Bomb' or Demographic 'Dividend': Myths Surrounding Ageing Populations in Asia
Author(s): Bill Durodie and Priyanka Bhalla
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According to the 2009 HSBC ‘The Future of Retirement’ report, the world’s ageing population will increase from 550 million today to 1.4 billion by 2050. Such a big number directly conjures up images of panic in the minds of many; policymakers in ...moreAccording to the 2009 HSBC ‘The Future of Retirement’ report, the world’s ageing population will increase from 550 million today to 1.4 billion by 2050. Such a big number directly conjures up images of panic in the minds of many; policymakers in particular often emphasise the increase in health care and pension costs because of the projected growing number of persons above the age of 65. The growing ageing population continues to be framed as a ‘burden’ on society and their increase in numbers as a ‘crisis’. This narrative has existed in western Europe, the United States and Japan since the 1980s (Guillemard, 1985; Heller et al., 1986; and OECD 1988a, b and c). However, it is increasingly relevant in Asia, where South Korea, Taiwan and Singapore, have joined the group of developed economies which are now facing consistently falling fertility rates and bigger ageing populations. Population giants China and India are also paying more attention to elder care and are worried about the economic and social consequences of ageing.
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8/13/2010 |
NTS Bulletin August 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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On 26 July 2010, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) delivered its first verdict against a former official of the Khmer Rouge regime, Kaing Guek Eav (also known as ‘Duch’). The ECCC sentenced Duch to 30 years in prison for ...moreOn 26 July 2010, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia (ECCC) delivered its first verdict against a former official of the Khmer Rouge regime, Kaing Guek Eav (also known as ‘Duch’). The ECCC sentenced Duch to 30 years in prison for his role in the commission of war crimes and crimes against humanity against the estimated 1.7 million casualties of the regime.
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8/20/2010 |
Feeding Urban Masses: A Key World Challenge adapted from Facing Food Shortages: Urban Food Security in an Age of Constraints
Author(s): Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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8/21/2010 |
Up in smoke: Fires in Russia and Indonesia (published in The Jakarta Post) adapted from Up in Smoke: Peatland Fires in Russia and Indonesia
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil
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The recent episode of heatwaves and the resulting fires in West and Central Russia are said to be the worst in Russian history.
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8/24/2010 |
Up in smoke: Fires in Russia and Indonesia (published in the Asia News Network) adapted from Up in Smoke: Peatland Fires in Russia and Indonesia
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil
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The recent episode of heatwaves and the resulting fires in West and Central Russia are said to be the worst in Russian history.
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8/24/2010 |
Up in smoke: Fires in Russia and Indonesia (published in the Eurasia Review) adapted from Up in Smoke: Peatland Fires in Russia and Indonesia
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil
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The recent episode of heatwaves and the resulting fires in West and Central Russia are said to be the worst in Russian history.
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8/24/2010 |
NTS Insight: ASEAN's Journey in Cyberspace: A Tale of 'Divided' Cities
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra
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In 1997, ASEAN leaders envisaged Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as the technology that would foster the region’s economic integration and has since commissioned numerous projects and resources to that end. More than a decade ...moreIn 1997, ASEAN leaders envisaged Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as the technology that would foster the region’s economic integration and has since commissioned numerous projects and resources to that end. More than a decade later, it has emerged that the impediment towards a more integrated region lies neither in the vision nor in the collective political will, but rather in the consumption of technology itself. It appears that technology has the capacity to simultaneously integrate societies and ‘divide’ the people within them.
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2/3/2010 |
NTS Bulletin February 2010 (Issue 1)
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2/5/2010 |
Understanding Statelessness: Issues, Challenges And Opportunities
Author(s): Priyanka Bhalla and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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In 2008 and 2009, there were numerous reports in the international media of Rohingya, a Muslim minority group from Myanmar, attempting to escape from Myanmar to Thailand and Malaysia, via perilous boat journeys. After being ‘pushed back’ by Thai ...moreIn 2008 and 2009, there were numerous reports in the international media of Rohingya, a Muslim minority group from Myanmar, attempting to escape from Myanmar to Thailand and Malaysia, via perilous boat journeys. After being ‘pushed back’ by Thai authorities, there was pressure on ASEAN and the Bali Process for People Smuggling, Trafficking in Persons and Related Transnational Crime, to address the root cause of statelessness. The aim of this NTS alert is to analyse the problem of statelessness, giving an overview at both global and regional levels and tracing its causes and consequences. In addition, this alert explains the significance of statelessness under international law, highlights cases in Southeast and South Asia, and concludes by reviewing the types of solutions that have potential for being effective.
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2/12/2010 |
NTS Bulletin February 2010 (Issue 2)
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2/24/2010 |
Renewable Energy: A Survey of Policies in East Asia
Author(s): Kevin Christopher De Guzman Punzalan and Koh Swee Lean Collin
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This NTS Alert conducts a brief survey of renewable energy (RE) policy frameworks among five selected East Asian countries — China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. There appears to be agreement among East Asian countries on the ...moreThis NTS Alert conducts a brief survey of renewable energy (RE) policy frameworks among five selected East Asian countries — China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam. There appears to be agreement among East Asian countries on the importance of alternative energy as a solution in addressing the energy-economics-environment nexus. National efforts have been undertaken in recent times to tap these underutilised resources, in part due to the possible recognition that other alternative sources, nuclear power especially, are politically and economically riskier. While earlier energy policies in these five nations were plagued by technical and financial barriers, concerted efforts have been undertaken by these governments to overcome them. However, the effectiveness of these policy revisions remains to be seen. Moreover, notwithstanding better policy frameworks, certain RE technologies might be better suited to some countries than others, thus careful national planning is necessary to evaluate the feasibility of every available RE source, prior to exploitation.
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3/26/2010 |
NTS Bulletin March 2010 (Issue 2)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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The Asia-Pacific region has witnessed remarkable economic progress and rapid development in recent decades, yet gender inequality remains entrenched even through this era of change. This is the observation of a new United Nations Development ...moreThe Asia-Pacific region has witnessed remarkable economic progress and rapid development in recent decades, yet gender inequality remains entrenched even through this era of change. This is the observation of a new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) report Power, Voices and Rights: A Turning Point for Gender Equality in Asia and the Pacific. According to the report, discrimination and neglect are threatening women’s very survival in the Asia-Pacific region, where women suffer from some of the world’s lowest rates of political representation, employment and property ownership. Their lack of participation is also depressing economic growth. Meanwhile, the World Economic Forum in its report The Corporate Gender Gap Report 2010 shed light on economic participation and the opportunity gap between men and women. India, according to the report, has the lowest percentage of female employees (23%), followed by Japan (24%), Turkey (26%) and Austria (29%). On the other hand, the United States (52%), Spain (48%), Canada (46%), and Finland (44%) display the highest percentage of total female employees.
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3/24/2010 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.20
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Cheryl Lim, Sofiah Jamil and Steven Poh.
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4/1/2010 |
NTS Bulletin April 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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4/9/2010 |
Update on COP15: States' Deliberations and Decisions
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil.
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In the lead-up to the 15th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP15) in Copenhagen, world leaders had been constantly reminded of the need to act on one of the most pressing global contemporary ...moreIn the lead-up to the 15th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) Conference of Parties (COP15) in Copenhagen, world leaders had been constantly reminded of the need to act on one of the most pressing global contemporary issues to date. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon has been a prime advocate, as seen in his efforts to rally global support to spur, particularly, developed and industrialising countries to formulate effective policies and give ‘hope’ for the survival of developing countries most vulnerable to climate change. Thanks to the support of media industries worldwide, the UN’s efforts of providing hope at Copenhagen became known as Hopenhagen. Unfortunately, national and regional efforts came to naught during the two weeks of COP15 as the objectives that had been initially set out were hardly achieved. This Alert examines countries’ deliberations and decisions that have influenced COP15’s piecemeal outcome.
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1/15/2010 |
NTS Bulletin May 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security (NTS) Studies
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An earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale rocked Southern Qinghai in China on Wednesday, 14 April 2010. Over 2,200 people have died in the earthquake. The population of the province is largely Tibetan. Despite the rough terrain, soldiers, ...moreAn earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale rocked Southern Qinghai in China on Wednesday, 14 April 2010. Over 2,200 people have died in the earthquake. The population of the province is largely Tibetan. Despite the rough terrain, soldiers, civilians and Tibetan monks were seen working together in providing relief to those affected. However, looking at some lessons learnt from the Sichuan’s earthquake in 2008, questions about the preparedness of the authorities in the face of natural disasters still remain. Besides, with the collapse of many buildings, issues regarding shoddy construction are also being raised, with blame directed at the Chinese government for overlooking the issue of unauthorised construction and for the region’s relative poverty, which makes them more vulnerable to the impact of the disaster.
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5/7/2010 |
Pakistan's Floods: How Not To be Caught Off Guard (published in the Eurasia Review) adapted from Pakistan's Floods: How Not to be Caught Off Guard
Author(s): Irene A Kuntjoro
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The Pakistani government and the international community's response to the recent floods has been heavily criticised for being woefully inadequate. While a national disaster management framework is in place, the government must investigate ways to ...moreThe Pakistani government and the international community's response to the recent floods has been heavily criticised for being woefully inadequate. While a national disaster management framework is in place, the government must investigate ways to empower all stakeholders to improve coordination, responses and future preparedness to natural disasters.
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8/26/2010 |
Rising Food Prices and Food Security: Impact of the 2008 Food Crisis on Asia
Author(s): Arpita Mathur
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The trend of rising food prices has made this basic human need inaccessible to an increasing number of people. The impact on vulnerable groups, especially the poor, is immense. Food price rise has implications for individuals, households as well as ...moreThe trend of rising food prices has made this basic human need inaccessible to an increasing number of people. The impact on vulnerable groups, especially the poor, is immense. Food price rise has implications for individuals, households as well as the state as a whole. This Insight delves into the drivers behind the 2008 food crisis and the impact on Asia.
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8/27/2010 |
What have we learnt from H1N1? (published in Today) adapted from Lessons from the Past: Responding to Infectious Disease Outbreak
Author(s): Bill Durodie
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Yesterday, health experts in Geneva began examining the controversial response to the first influenza pandemic of the 21st century, nearly a year after global alarm was raised over the new H1N1 strain.
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4/13/2010 |
The Benefits of an Aging Population in Asia
Author(s): Bill Durodie
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Much of the discussion in the West about aging populations also occurs in Asia. Yves Guerard, the secretary general of the International Actuarial Association, has compared these discussions to climate change; he sees the issue of an aging ...moreMuch of the discussion in the West about aging populations also occurs in Asia. Yves Guerard, the secretary general of the International Actuarial Association, has compared these discussions to climate change; he sees the issue of an aging population as a "big, immediate urgent problem" that is largely ignored "because it's inconvenient."
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8/31/2010 |
Ageing populations in Asia: Issues and myths
Author(s): Bill Durodie
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Much of the discussion in the West about ageing populations also occurs in Asia. Yves Guerard, the Secretary-General of the International Actuarial Association, has compared these discussions to 'climate change'; he sees the issue of an ageing ...moreMuch of the discussion in the West about ageing populations also occurs in Asia. Yves Guerard, the Secretary-General of the International Actuarial Association, has compared these discussions to 'climate change'; he sees the issue of an ageing population as a 'big, immediate urgent problem' that is largely ignored 'because it’s inconvenient'.
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8/30/2010 |
The TNI: Strategic changes and implications (published in The Jakarta Post) adapted from Indonesia's National Defence Forces: Recent Strategic Changes and Implications
Author(s): Evan A. Laksmana
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Following President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono’s re-election in November 2009, the Indonesian Military (TNI) have undergone several structural changes, many of which escaped notice of a public distracted by the numerous political dramas unfolding in ...moreFollowing President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono’s re-election in November 2009, the Indonesian Military (TNI) have undergone several structural changes, many of which escaped notice of a public distracted by the numerous political dramas unfolding in Jakarta.
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9/1/2010 |
NTS Bulletin September 2010 (Issue 1)
Author(s): RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies
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The past month has witnessed several major environmental disasters in Asia. Of particular significance are the Pakistan floods, which have engulfed a fifth of Pakistan’s total land area and affected 20 million people. According to international ...moreThe past month has witnessed several major environmental disasters in Asia. Of particular significance are the Pakistan floods, which have engulfed a fifth of Pakistan’s total land area and affected 20 million people. According to international humanitarian organisation Islamic Relief, the damage caused by the Pakistan floods is worse than that of the 2004 Asian tsunami, 2005 Pakistan earthquake and the 2010 Haiti earthquake combined. A series of landslides also occurred as a result of heavy rainfall and flooding in China. A number of provinces have been the hardest hit, in particular, the northwest province of Gansu, the northeast province of Liaoning and the southern province of Yunnan. The death toll as a result of the landslides is said to be more than 2,000 thus far. Said to be the worst case of flooding and mudslides in China this year, estimates are that the heavy rains have affected more than 305 million people across the country and cost US$1.7 billion. In terms of response to the disasters, China seems to have managed the crises better than Pakistan. China was even able to provide aid to Pakistan, while still managing to address its own set of floods and landslides. Nevertheless, latest reports suggest that flooding in both Pakistan and China continue to be a problem, with floods in the latter spilling over to North Korea.
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9/3/2010 |
Pakistan's Flood: How not to be caught off guard (published in The Jakarta Post print edition)
Author(s): Irene A Kuntjoro
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8/28/2010 |
Natural Disasters in Southeast Asia: How Prepared Are We?
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Irene A. Kuntjoro AsiaViews, Edition 33/VI, November 2009
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Climate change is also defense and security problem
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Evan A. Laksmana The Jakarta Post, Nov 2009
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Human Trafficking (Part III) - Southeast Asia
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The edition of NTS Alert is part three of our recent coverage on human trafficking in Asia
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10/1/2007 |
Human Trafficking (Part II) - Southeast Asia
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yasir
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9/14/2007 |
Human Trafficking (Part I)
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Gena Goh
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8/17/2007 |
Update on Infectious Diseases
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Gena Goh
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6/29/2007 |
Small Arms
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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6/15/2007 |
Managing Migration
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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The International Organisation for Migration refers to “migration management” as the range of measures needed to effectively address migration issues at national, regional and global levels. However, generating such measures is an uphill task due ...moreThe International Organisation for Migration refers to “migration management” as the range of measures needed to effectively address migration issues at national, regional and global levels. However, generating such measures is an uphill task due to the constant clash of national and international interests as well as governmental and non-governmental action. In addition to this, the demand and supply for migrants and the rise of other security threats factor in significantly to the complex equation. This edition takes a brief look at why this is so.
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2/23/2007 |
Bird Flu
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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2/9/2007 |
Climate Change's Vicious Cycle
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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This edition of NTS Alert takes a look at the effects of climate change on food security and what some Asian states have been doing about it.
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11/24/2006 |
The Bird Flu Battle and Water Scarcity
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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10/13/2006 |
The AICHR Framework for Action
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook, Belinda Chng and Irene A. Kuntjoro
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ON 23 OCTOBER 2009, ASEAN formally launched the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights at the 15th ASEAN Summit in Thailand. The ASEAN leaders also announced the ‘Cha-am Hua Hin Declaration on the Inauguration of the AICHR’. In the ...moreON 23 OCTOBER 2009, ASEAN formally launched the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights at the 15th ASEAN Summit in Thailand. The ASEAN leaders also announced the ‘Cha-am Hua Hin Declaration on the Inauguration of the AICHR’. In the Declaration, member states pledged full support to the new ASEAN body and emphasized their commitment to further develop cooperation to promote and protect human rights in the region. This Insight investigates current developments at the national, regional and international levels and how these developments can assist in formulating a framework for action for the new regional human rights body.
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10/30/2009 |
Lifting the Lid Off Xinjiang's Insecurities
Author(s): by Sofiah Jamil and Roderick Chia
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The recent riots and attacks in China’s western province of Xinjiang have brought to the forefront the long simmering tensions between the Han Chinese and Uyghur communities. What have often been captured in parts of international discourse on this ...moreThe recent riots and attacks in China’s western province of Xinjiang have brought to the forefront the long simmering tensions between the Han Chinese and Uyghur communities. What have often been captured in parts of international discourse on this issue are the socioeconomic inequalities faced by China’s minority communities in the province, particularly the Uyghurs. However, what seems to be new in this conflict is increasing discontent amongst
the Han Chinese, who have voiced frustration at their government’s ineffective measures to ensure security. This Insight will argue that while the state has implemented economic and other nation-building policies to ensure what it perceives as overall state security, it has not addressed vital human security needs of the people of Xinjiang.
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9/25/2009 |
Maritime Predations in the Malacca Straits: Treading New Waters
Author(s): by Roderick Chia, Pau Khan Khup Hangzo and Kevin Punzalan
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While high-profile piracy has grabbed the world’s attention off the Horn of Africa, less international and media attention has been paid to piracy and ‘maritime predations’ in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Straits of Malacca. Discussion of ...moreWhile high-profile piracy has grabbed the world’s attention off the Horn of Africa, less international and media attention has been paid to piracy and ‘maritime predations’ in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Straits of Malacca. Discussion of piracy has so far focused on traditional sea-based approaches to tackling piracy, such as naval patrols and maritime cooperation. However, addressing land-based problems including environmental
degradation, poor governance and underemployment are equally as important in explaining the prevalence of piracy. This Insight explores the determinants of the sub-set of piracy called maritime predations, using the case study of the Hutan Melintang community in Malaysia, with an eye towards the challenges facing coastal communities in Somalia – in both cases suffering from the consequences of ‘Horizontal Inequalities’. To address this long-term problem, non-traditional solutions based on a human security approach are needed.
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8/28/2009 |
Human Trafficking and Infectious Disease:
A Critical Reflection on International Cooperation
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra
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The H1N1 outbreak triggered a worldwide coordinated response led by the World Health Organization. Although the full impact of this influenza pandemic has yet to be determined, the scenario in general is one of optimism because the response of the ...moreThe H1N1 outbreak triggered a worldwide coordinated response led by the World Health Organization. Although the full impact of this influenza pandemic has yet to be determined, the scenario in general is one of optimism because the response of the international community suggests solidarity. However, the same cannot be said on the issue of human trafficking where international response appears disjointed. Why the differentiated response? Why are states more cooperative in mitigating infectious disease as opposed to human trafficking? This edition of NTS Insight examines states behaviour in the context
of international cooperation.
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7/31/2009 |
Trans ASEAN Energy Network and:
Energy Infrastructure Security
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin
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The current global financial crisis has an impact on energy investments worldwide. However, there is room for optimism within Southeast Asia since Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states remain interested in energy development. ...moreThe current global financial crisis has an impact on energy investments worldwide. However, there is room for optimism within Southeast Asia since Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states remain interested in energy development. In anticipation of a revival in energy demand in a post-crisis recovery, it is important for ASEAN governments to realise that energy security is not simply about securing supplies, but also ensuring energy infrastructure security. The ongoing Trans-ASEAN Energy Network project is used as a case in point in this study.
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6/26/2009 |
Health and Human Security: From Establishment to Operationalisation
Author(s): Julie Balen
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The international community is now faced with an influenza pandemic and the rhetoric of global health security has become more urgent. Whilst our preparedness for such an emerging infectious disease is unprecedented, are we continuing to act mostly ...moreThe international community is now faced with an influenza pandemic and the rhetoric of global health security has become more urgent. Whilst our preparedness for such an emerging infectious disease is unprecedented, are we continuing to act mostly as crises arise? Here we consider progress to date in pandemic preparedness and explore reasons for our current lack of comprehensive health security. We conclude by reviewing what remains to be done and prioritising the remaining needs.
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6/26/2009 |
Economic Crisis and Labour Migrants: A Test for Human Security
Author(s): Kevin Punzalan
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As the current global economic crisis deepens, labour migrants have begun to experience the consequences of both political and economic insecurity. How effective are legal frameworks in protecting the economic well-being of migrants in the ...moreAs the current global economic crisis deepens, labour migrants have begun to experience the consequences of both political and economic insecurity. How effective are legal frameworks in protecting the economic well-being of migrants in the Asia-Pacific? Can the adoption of a human security approach guarantee migrant welfare? This issue attempts to answer these questions, and to determine if more can be done.
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6/26/2009 |
Resolving Conflict in Myanmar: A Human Security Approach
Author(s): Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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National security in Myanmar has always been equated with state security by the ruling military junta. However, the drive to protect the state has led to insecurities for its people. This paper argues that a comprehensive human security approach ...moreNational security in Myanmar has always been equated with state security by the ruling military junta. However, the drive to protect the state has led to insecurities for its people. This paper argues that a comprehensive human security approach offers the best opportunity to address ethnic grievances, thereby resolving Myanmar’s long-running internal conflict.
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5/31/2009 |
Managing Water Security: Issues in the Greater Mekong Subregion
Author(s): Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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The Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) is often characterized as a water surplus region. However current trends suggest that there is an increasing pressure on water availability and accessibility which threatened the well being and livelihood of ...moreThe Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) is often characterized as a water surplus region. However current trends suggest that there is an increasing pressure on water availability and accessibility which threatened the well being and livelihood of millions of people living on its basin. Management of water resources has become one of the most important issues in the region today.
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12/31/2008 |
Energy Security and Non-Traditional Security: A Tripartite Approach
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin and Mely Caballero-Anthony
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Energy supply and price volatility are no longer the only concerns that constitute contemporary energy security problems, which now comprise environmental and socioeconomic issues. Mitigating these non-traditional security concerns relating to ...moreEnergy supply and price volatility are no longer the only concerns that constitute contemporary energy security problems, which now comprise environmental and socioeconomic issues. Mitigating these non-traditional security concerns relating to energy use would necessitate a tripartite approach which revolves around harnessing technological solutions, implementing good market governance as well as complementing the role of the state with participation from civil societies.
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11/28/2008 |
Weighing Issues: Human Security In ASEAN's Fight For Food
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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Recent global food price shocks have demonstrated the urgent need to effectively address food insecurity in Southeast Asia - both at the national and regional level. This think-piece goes beyond issues of supply and demand of food, and provides ...moreRecent global food price shocks have demonstrated the urgent need to effectively address food insecurity in Southeast Asia - both at the national and regional level. This think-piece goes beyond issues of supply and demand of food, and provides greater insight to the role of Human Security in understanding the issue of food security in a holistic manner.
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10/31/2008 |
Energy Security: Rethinking Market and Governance
Author(s): Chang Youngho and Koh Swee Lean Collin
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Alleged market failures and the abuse or overuse of governance have shown that energy security could no longer be suffi ciently ensured by working with the market or governance alone. Recent global concerns over environmental consequences of energy ...moreAlleged market failures and the abuse or overuse of governance have shown that energy security could no longer be suffi ciently ensured by working with the market or governance alone. Recent global concerns over environmental consequences of energy use have strengthened the imperative of proper and adequate market governance in ensuring energy security.
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10/31/2008 |
Food Aid and Food Security: A Necessary Evil?
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra
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Is Food Aid effective or does it actually lead to other food-related insecurities? This paper examines whether Food Aid in Bangladesh merely addresses the challenge of food supply disruptions induced by natural disasters instead of resolving the ...moreIs Food Aid effective or does it actually lead to other food-related insecurities? This paper examines whether Food Aid in Bangladesh merely addresses the challenge of food supply disruptions induced by natural disasters instead of resolving the core problem of chronic food insecurity which is caused by poverty.
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9/26/2008 |
ASEAN & Non-Traditional Security
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil
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This edition of NTS Alert highlights initiatives at the recent ASEAN Summit and how they fit with global efforts in addressing climate change as well as ASEAN's existing policies on the environment and economic development
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11/2/2007 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.1
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Welcoming Message by NTS-Asia Secretary General
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.2
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In this edition: NTS Workshop in Hanoi, Commentary on Transboudary Haze
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.3
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Highlights from NTS-Asia's Inaugural Meeting
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.4
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: WISCOMP Edition - Gender and Security
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.5
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: NTS-Asia Dissemination Meetings in US, Research Fellowship Results, Commentries on Nuclear Energy
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.6
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In this edition: NTS Training Course for Indonesian Police Lecturers, Doctors and NGO Leaders
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.7
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: International Conference on Climate Change and Security, Sub-regional Workshop on 'Humanitarian Emergencies and Human Security: Lessons from Aceh"
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.8
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In this edition: First NTS-Asia Annual Convention in Colombo, Commentary on ASEAN and NTS
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.9
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In this edition: Call for Applications for NTS-Asia Research Fellowship 2008, Commentary on the "Rohingya Muslims: Myanmar's Forgotten People"
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.10
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Launch of the RSIS Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, Call for Applications for Cambodian Research Fellowship 2008, Commentary on "Managing Food Fights from Food Rights in ASEAN"
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.11
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Recipients of NTS-Asia Research Fellowship 2008, Seminar on "Climate Change and NTS: Beyond Climate Wars?", Upcoming Subregional Workshop on Securitisation of Migration and Remittances
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The Responsibility to Protect in Southeast Asia: Issues and Challenges
Author(s): Belinda Chng and Roderick Chia
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The doctrine of the Responsibility to Protect is a controversial and contentious one in Southeast Asia. It has been largely accepted in principle by most ASEAN states, which are generally supportive of the first two pillars, but are wary of the ...moreThe doctrine of the Responsibility to Protect is a controversial and contentious one in Southeast Asia. It has been largely accepted in principle by most ASEAN states, which are generally supportive of the first two pillars, but are wary of the third, reactive pillar. Thus in exploring the advancement of the R2P agenda in Southeast Asia, our discussion will focus on the first two pillars of the R2P. We will examine the historical context of ASEAN with regard to how its member states view the R2P, where they stand on the doctrine, and how the regional bloc might evolve in its understanding and adaption of the norm to suit the region.
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4/24/2009 |
The Final Frontier: Non-Traditional Approaches to Cyber Security
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra and Kevin Punzalan
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The discourse on Cyber Security, a relatively new field in non-traditional security studies, has been dominated by the need to protect information infrastructure from both state and non-state actors. However, this conception fails to consider ...moreThe discourse on Cyber Security, a relatively new field in non-traditional security studies, has been dominated by the need to protect information infrastructure from both state and non-state actors. However, this conception fails to consider alternative definitions of Cyber Security. Alternate conceptions value information access and integrity as equal to the need to protect the confidentiality of information, and allows non-state actors to act as agents of securitisation.
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10/30/2009 |
Poverty, Nature Strikes Again and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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This edition of NTS-Alert covers poverty, typhoon Cimaron and re-emerging infectious diseases.
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11/10/2006 |
Combating Climate Change
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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This edition examines the responses of states to the Stern Review and their efforst in tackling climate change.
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12/15/2006 |
Asia Under Water
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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Extreme weather conditions, a result of climate change, have afflicted many Asian states in recent days, mostly in the form of intense rainfall and flashfloods. This edition notes the disasttrous effects of these extreme weather conditions and what ...moreExtreme weather conditions, a result of climate change, have afflicted many Asian states in recent days, mostly in the form of intense rainfall and flashfloods. This edition notes the disasttrous effects of these extreme weather conditions and what has been done to alleviate the crises.
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1/12/2007 |
Nature's Wrath | Is Democracy Dead?
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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This edition of NTS-Alert features coverage on weather related disasters and the democractic process in Asian states. A double edition on extreme weather conditions and political transitions.
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10/27/2006 |
Global Warming
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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1/26/2007 |
Debating Climate Change
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah and Gena Goh
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This edition highlights some of the salient issues that have emerged and the debates surrounding climate change, eversince the IPCC's Fourth Assessment Report (AR4).
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7/13/2007 |
Global Unity in Bali?: A Post-Mortem of the UNFCCC Meeting on Climate Change
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil adn MOhamed Yasir
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1/11/2008 |
A REDD Herring in the Post-Kyoto Scenario?
Author(s): Jan 2008/2, NTS-Asia Secretariat
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REDD refers to the reduction of emissions from deforestation and degradation, and refers to an incentives system by which industrialised countries pay tropical developing countries to reduce deforestation rates. Interest was first raised regarding ...moreREDD refers to the reduction of emissions from deforestation and degradation, and refers to an incentives system by which industrialised countries pay tropical developing countries to reduce deforestation rates. Interest was first raised regarding the inclusion of REDD into the UNFCCC framework and Kyoto Protocol at the 11th UNFCCC Conference of the Parties (COP-11), held in Montreal in 2005, under the broader theme of Avoided Deforestation (AD). Papua New Guinea led the REDD proposal in 2005 and interest in this proposal was sustained in following UNFCCC meetings. It is now a hotly debated mechanism that needs to be included in the post-2012 scenario when the Kyoto Protocol expires. The question remains to what extent can such a mechanism be effectively implemented in developing countries? This edition of NTS Alert takes a closer look at debates surrounding REDD, and suggests that while the initiatives to control carbon emissions are noble, results can only be determined once long standing problems of corruption, mis-management and disregard for local population needs are dealt with effectively.
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1/25/2008 |
Biofuels: Uses & Abuses
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yasir
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Biofuels are known to be a double edged sword. On the one hand, they are heralded as an answer to growing energy needs while emitting less carbon emissions. Yet, at the same time, the production of biofuels has, for the most part, been a source of ...moreBiofuels are known to be a double edged sword. On the one hand, they are heralded as an answer to growing energy needs while emitting less carbon emissions. Yet, at the same time, the production of biofuels has, for the most part, been a source of even more carbon emissions. The use of scarce agricultural land to grow these biofuels has also resulted in issues of food insecurity. This edition examines the progess thus far in utilizing biofuels as a sustainable energy source.
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3/14/2008 |
Paying the Price of Food Insecurity (Part I)
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil
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Food security is no longer just a developing world issue. The lack of food, which would conventionally be seen as a poor man?s issue, is becoming increasingly problematic for countries worldwide no matter what their level of development is. This ...moreFood security is no longer just a developing world issue. The lack of food, which would conventionally be seen as a poor man?s issue, is becoming increasingly problematic for countries worldwide no matter what their level of development is. This edition of NTS Alert takes a look at how and why food insecurity has become more severe in recent times.
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3/28/2008 |
Paying the Price of Food Insecurity (Part II)
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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The NTS Alert on food security (I) dealt with the current state of global food security with an
exponential increase in price of basic food commodities and multi-factors that have contributed
to this state of event. Climate related disasters, the ...moreThe NTS Alert on food security (I) dealt with the current state of global food security with an
exponential increase in price of basic food commodities and multi-factors that have contributed
to this state of event. Climate related disasters, the growth of economies and populations, the
production of biofuels, speculation and domestic stock-up are among those factors. This
condition has fuelled social unrest in several countries across the globe. Several governments
have responded to the extreme rise of price of basic food commodities with a number of reasons.
This edition of the NTS Alert takes a further look at how the rising price of basic food
commodities, especially rice, is affecting countries in Asia, how this problem should be
addressed, and how the international community is responding to this global food insecurity
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4/11/2008 |
A Tale of Two Disasters
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Irene A. Kuntjoro
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This edition examines and compares the disaster relief efforts of China and Myanmar after the recent earthquake and cyclone in early May in their respective countries
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5/2/2008 |
The Saffron Revolution and Human Security
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Mohamed Yaser
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18 Sept 2007 marked the day that Buddhist monks in Burma took to the streets to protest the government's removal of fuel subsidies, a move which had a devastating ripple effect over the economy and social activity of people throughout Burma. This ...more18 Sept 2007 marked the day that Buddhist monks in Burma took to the streets to protest the government's removal of fuel subsidies, a move which had a devastating ripple effect over the economy and social activity of people throughout Burma. This edition takes a look at the states of human security in Burma - including events since rising fuel prices as well as other human insecurity incidents that have been somewhat forgotten in recent years
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10/26/2007 |
Child Soldiers
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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"If only the enemy would listen, it would have been wonderful, and the firing would stop and we would listen to each other, we would just talk and try not to use guns. I wish we could end all this violence and we could develop our country."- Child ...more"If only the enemy would listen, it would have been wonderful, and the firing would stop and we would listen to each other, we would just talk and try not to use guns. I wish we could end all this violence and we could develop our country."- Child Soldier, Philippines.
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4/27/2007 |
Women and Children in Conflicts
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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Political insecurity as a result of internal conflicts, poses grave threats to human security, primarily to women and children - the most vulnerable sectors of society. While the effects of internal conflicts in Asia have recieved massive ...morePolitical insecurity as a result of internal conflicts, poses grave threats to human security, primarily to women and children - the most vulnerable sectors of society. While the effects of internal conflicts in Asia have recieved massive international media coverage over the years, most of it has fallen on deaf ears of states. Sources of issues such as the pitiful circumstances surrounding refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs), human rights abuses and child soldiers inevitably point to the state and its inability to eradicate poverty and empower its peoples. This edition of NTS Alert highlights some of these issues in selected conflict zones in Asia.
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4/13/2007 |
Gender, Development and Security
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Sofiah Jamil and Sujoyini Mandal
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8th March marked International Women?s Day (IWD) - an occasion commemorated at the United Nations and by women's groups around the world. Some countries also designate IWD as a national holiday. While women worldwide vary in their ethnic, ...more8th March marked International Women?s Day (IWD) - an occasion commemorated at the United Nations and by women's groups around the world. Some countries also designate IWD as a national holiday. While women worldwide vary in their ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political backgrounds and are divided by national boundaries, 8th March marks a day of coming together to celebrate and look back to a tradition that represents at least nine decades of struggle for equality, justice, peace and development. This section takes a look at how IWD had been commemorated in some selected countries throughout Asia.
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3/30/2007 |
ASEAN Ministerial Meeting: Taking Stock of Challenges
Author(s): Belinda Chng, Irene A. Kuntjoro, Nur Azha Putra
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This edition of NTS Alert elaborates on the issues of ASEAN Charter, Cambodia-Thai border disputes and ASEAN disaster management that were discussed at the 41st ASEAN Ministerial Meeting held in July 2008 in Singapore.
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8/15/2008 |
Humanitarian Emergencies (II)
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil, Irene A. Kuntjoro and Belinda Chng
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As a follow up tp the previous edition, this NTS Alert examines the reponse of states and international organisations to humanitarian emergencies. The discussion will be based on the recent earthquake and snowstorm in China, Nargis cyclone in ...moreAs a follow up tp the previous edition, this NTS Alert examines the reponse of states and international organisations to humanitarian emergencies. The discussion will be based on the recent earthquake and snowstorm in China, Nargis cyclone in Myanmar and 2004 Tsunami in Aceh. This edition also examines whether governments have fully acknowledged the disaster as a humanitarian emergency.
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6/27/2008 |
Development in G8 and D8: Walk the Talk?
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro, Belinda Chng and Sofiah Jamil
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This edition of NTS alert captures the growing importance of NTS issues as it is reflected in the recent G8 summit in Toyako, Japan and D-8 summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Issues such as climate change, food security and energy security have ...moreThis edition of NTS alert captures the growing importance of NTS issues as it is reflected in the recent G8 summit in Toyako, Japan and D-8 summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Issues such as climate change, food security and energy security have caught the attention of leaders among industrialized countries in G8 and Muslim developing countries in D-8.
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7/11/2008 |
Population Displacement
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil, Koh Swee Lean Collin and Nur Azha Putra
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A common thread in various non-traditional security issues – such as climate change, political violence, poverty and resource scarcity – has been the displacement of populations. This edition of NTS Alert examines the various factors contributing ...moreA common thread in various non-traditional security issues – such as climate change, political violence, poverty and resource scarcity – has been the displacement of populations. This edition of NTS Alert examines the various factors contributing to population displacement in selected Asian countries and the limitations in contemporary measures towards mitigating the plight of these unwilling migrants.
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7/18/2008 |
Nuclear Renaissance in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin, Irene A. Kuntjoro
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In the face of rising oil prices and calls to combat climate change, nuclear power has emerged as
an attractive long-term alternative energy source to sustain socioeconomic development in
Southeast Asia. However, this move is potentially fraught ...moreIn the face of rising oil prices and calls to combat climate change, nuclear power has emerged as
an attractive long-term alternative energy source to sustain socioeconomic development in
Southeast Asia. However, this move is potentially fraught with numerous difficulties, hence
presenting a dilemma in balancing energy security and public concerns. This edition provides an
update on the nuclear renaissance currently unfolding in Southeast Asia.
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8/29/2008 |
Managing Disasters: Challenges & Responses
Author(s): Belinda Chng, Sofiah Jamil and Irene A. Kuntjoro
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This edition of NTS Alert examines the responses taken by the United States and China in dealing with the impact of Hurricane Gustav and the earthquake in Xinjiang, respectively. Analysis is also given to the extent to which these states have ...moreThis edition of NTS Alert examines the responses taken by the United States and China in dealing with the impact of Hurricane Gustav and the earthquake in Xinjiang, respectively. Analysis is also given to the extent to which these states have improved their disaster management capacities, in light of previous national disasters- namely Hurricane Katrina in the US and the Sichuan earthquake in China.
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9/12/2008 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.12
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: NTS-Asia sub-regional workshop on Migration & Remittances, Seminars on Public Health Surge Capacity Building and Nuclear Energy, Regional Workshop on Energy and NTS
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Water Security: Issues & Challenges in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Belinda Chng, Pau Khan Khup Hangzo and Nur Azha Putra
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This edition of NTS Alert examines the challenge of water security in Southeast Asia. The discussion will be based on the concept of water scarcity, and its consequences on human security and domestic and international security. In addition, we ...moreThis edition of NTS Alert examines the challenge of water security in Southeast Asia. The discussion will be based on the concept of water scarcity, and its consequences on human security and domestic and international security. In addition, we will take an in-depth look at the water management mechanisms implemented by the Greater Mekong Sub-Region and the Asia Pacific Water Forum.
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9/26/2008 |
Climate Refugees: A Crisis In The Making
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro, Kevin Punzalan, Nur Azha Putra
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Climate refugees has become an interesting yet increasingly problematic issue in the lists of security challenges posed by climate change. As mentioned in the IPCC report in 1990, the greatest single impact of climate change could be on human ...moreClimate refugees has become an interesting yet increasingly problematic issue in the lists of security challenges posed by climate change. As mentioned in the IPCC report in 1990, the greatest single impact of climate change could be on human migration. However, there is a lack of studies concerning this issue. This edition of NTS-Alert examines the complexities of the issue of climate refugees by discussing the contentions surrounding the concept itself and the direct consequences of such a phenomenon in Asia.
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10/17/2008 |
Food Security in Southeast Asia: Fish Stocks in Peril
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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Food security has become one of the key policy concerns for many states as the sharp rise in the price of global food commodities has been a significant blow to the pockets ? and in some cases the survival ? of many people worldwide. Fish stocks ...moreFood security has become one of the key policy concerns for many states as the sharp rise in the price of global food commodities has been a significant blow to the pockets ? and in some cases the survival ? of many people worldwide. Fish stocks constitute an area which deserves greater attention since they contribute significantly to the world?s diet and socioeconomic well-being, in particular of the less endowed people in the developing region. Using Southeast Asia as a case study, this edition of NTS Alert will examine the dangers that declining regional fish stocks pose to the long term food security of states and communities.
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11/14/2008 |
International & Regional Responses to Human Trafficking
Author(s): Kevin Punzalan, Nur Azha Putra
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The transnational nature of human trafficking calls for a comprehensive approach in understanding and resolving the issue. Having a series of legal frameworks is crucial in dealing with the problem. This edition of the NTS-Alert looks at the ...moreThe transnational nature of human trafficking calls for a comprehensive approach in understanding and resolving the issue. Having a series of legal frameworks is crucial in dealing with the problem. This edition of the NTS-Alert looks at the existing legal frameworks that deal with the issue of human trafficking at the international and regional level, with particular focus on Asia.
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10/24/2008 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.13
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Recent Events such as RSIS Seminars, CSDS? Survey on State of Environment in Indian Cities, RCSS? Roundtable Discussion. Upcoming events such as RMMRU workshops and RSIS Seminars and Conference
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A Tale of Two Crises
Author(s): Belinda Chng, Sofiah Jamil and Kevin Punzalan
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The current global economic downturn that transpired as a result of the subprime crisis in the United States, has brought about worldwide concern of a deepening economic recession. In Asia, it has also conjured memories of the 1997/1998 Asian ...moreThe current global economic downturn that transpired as a result of the subprime crisis in the United States, has brought about worldwide concern of a deepening economic recession. In Asia, it has also conjured memories of the 1997/1998 Asian Financial Crisis, which spawned not just economic insecurity, but also socio-political instability in the region. This edition of NTS Alert thus gives an overview of the causes and impacts of the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis and the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, and what countries are doing to mitigate the effects of 1997/2008.
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11/28/2008 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.14
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Recent Events such as 2nd NTS-Asia Annual Convention in Beijing, Call for Papers for Subregional Workshop on Unhealthy Governance, Seminar on Pandemic Preparedness in Southeast Asia and High Level Seminars on NTS at Zhejiang ...moreIn this edition: Recent Events such as 2nd NTS-Asia Annual Convention in Beijing, Call for Papers for Subregional Workshop on Unhealthy Governance, Seminar on Pandemic Preparedness in Southeast Asia and High Level Seminars on NTS at Zhejiang University.
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Mitigating the Financial Crisis in Asia
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin and Nur Azha Putra
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While there had been agreements that the current global financial crisis which originated from the United States (US) would not be akin to the Asian Financial Crisis back in 1997- 1998, the resultant worldwide impact is considerable and countries ...moreWhile there had been agreements that the current global financial crisis which originated from the United States (US) would not be akin to the Asian Financial Crisis back in 1997- 1998, the resultant worldwide impact is considerable and countries would continue to feel the strain under the yoke of the crisis for the next few years. Following the previous issue, this edition looks at the wider implications of the financial crisis on non-traditional security issues such as food security, governance and sustainable development amongst others.
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12/12/2008 |
Climate Change Negotiations: From Bali to Poznan
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro, Sofiah Jamil, Rajesh M. Basrur and Koh Swee Lean Collin
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The United Nations Climate Change Conference in Bali in December 2007 was a landmark meeting which culminated in the creation of the Bali Action Plan ? a roadmap for a two-year process of formal negotiations in devising the specifics for a ...moreThe United Nations Climate Change Conference in Bali in December 2007 was a landmark meeting which culminated in the creation of the Bali Action Plan ? a roadmap for a two-year process of formal negotiations in devising the specifics for a post-Kyoto Protocol agreement ? to mitigate and adapt to the problem of global warming. This edition of NTS Alert therefore takes a look at how far negotiations have come a year on since Bali.
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1/16/2009 |
Climate Change Negotiations: The Road to Copenhagen
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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The year 2009 marks a new era of change. One would immediately associate it with the Obama administration and its promises for change, such as the US policies in addressing climate change. A shift has also been observed in mindset of participants ...moreThe year 2009 marks a new era of change. One would immediately associate it with the Obama administration and its promises for change, such as the US policies in addressing climate change. A shift has also been observed in mindset of participants at the recent 2009 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. Contrary to the perception that the current economic financial crisis would impede efforts to address climate change, participants at Davos were determined to turn the tables and create opportunities in the environment and energy sector amidst the financial downturn. This edition of NTS Alert examines the initiatives and proposals made by the United States and participants of the WEF in setting the stage for deliberations during the UNFCCC meeting in Copenhagen in November 2009.
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1/30/2009 |
Overview on the State of Pandemic Preparedness in Southeast Asia: Challenges and the Way Forward
Author(s): Julie Balen, Belinda Chng
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In the first part of our focus on health security, the NTS alert looks at the state of pandemic preparedness in Southeast Asia, while in the second part later in the month we will turn our attention towards the issues of poverty and infectious ...moreIn the first part of our focus on health security, the NTS alert looks at the state of pandemic preparedness in Southeast Asia, while in the second part later in the month we will turn our attention towards the issues of poverty and infectious diseases. This edition draws upon the result of the conference on Pandemic Preparedness in Asia held by the Centre for NTS Studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies in January 2009.
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2/13/2009 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.15
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Recent Events such as Closed Door Conference on Pandemic Preparedness in Asia, Seminar on Biosecurity, Call for Papers for NTS-Asia Research Fellowship 2009, WISCOMP & RMMRU activities, Training on Security Sector Reform, Career ...moreIn this edition: Recent Events such as Closed Door Conference on Pandemic Preparedness in Asia, Seminar on Biosecurity, Call for Papers for NTS-Asia Research Fellowship 2009, WISCOMP & RMMRU activities, Training on Security Sector Reform, Career Opportunities.
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Poverty and Diseases: A Dangerous Liaison
Author(s): Julie Balen, Belinda Chng, Roderick Chia
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In the second issue of the NTS Alert for February, we turn our attention towards the complex interactions between poverty and diseases. We briefly summarise the state of the world?s health, identify linkages between critical health issues, poverty ...moreIn the second issue of the NTS Alert for February, we turn our attention towards the complex interactions between poverty and diseases. We briefly summarise the state of the world?s health, identify linkages between critical health issues, poverty and under-development, and end by posing challenging questions that span the domains of health, human security and policy.
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2/27/2009 |
The Many Faces of Migrants: Exploring the Nexus of Migration and Human Security
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra
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Against the backdrop of the changing global demographic trends, this edition highlights issues which mitigate migration as a viable strategy to cope with threats to human welfare and dignity. It does so by exploring the linkages between migration ...moreAgainst the backdrop of the changing global demographic trends, this edition highlights issues which mitigate migration as a viable strategy to cope with threats to human welfare and dignity. It does so by exploring the linkages between migration and nontraditional security threats.
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3/13/2009 |
Labour Migrants: Diminished Demand, Diminished Rights?
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony and Kevin Punzalan
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The economic crisis has had heavy exposure in international news, but its range of victims has extended beyond the subprime debtors and financial analysts of the developed world. Ignored by most developed world governments, migrant workers are ...moreThe economic crisis has had heavy exposure in international news, but its range of victims has extended beyond the subprime debtors and financial analysts of the developed world. Ignored by most developed world governments, migrant workers are bearing the brunt of an economic crisis, despite their contributions to the world economy. Will the human security of labour migrants be compromised by the economic crisis? This issue of the Alert attempts to answer this question.
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3/27/2009 |
The Responsibility to Protect: Conceptual Misunderstanding and Challenges of Application
Author(s): Belinda Chng and Roderick Chia
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The world's attention was recently focused on the International Criminal Court?s arrest warrant for Sudanese president Omar al-Bashir on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. His indictment comes at a time when the United Nations is ...moreThe world's attention was recently focused on the International Criminal Court?s arrest warrant for Sudanese president Omar al-Bashir on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. His indictment comes at a time when the United Nations is refining the issues inherent in the doctrine of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), as well as legal issues regarding various states? responsibilities and culpability for inaction or indifference towards mass atrocity crimes. This Alert is the first of two issues focused on the R2P. This issue seeks to 1) provide a basic understanding of the R2P by looking at its development and principles, 2) clarify the myths and debates surrounding the doctrine, and 3) identify existing challenges in the application of R2P. Finally, with an eye towards the application of R2P in ASEAN, we look at the attempts of the African Union to incorporate the R2P within its regional framework.
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4/10/2009 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.16
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Recent Events such as an Expert Consultation on Climate Change and Coastal Zones, New Remittance & Payments Partnership (RPP) Project, Workshop on Ethnographic Study of Election, Book Launch on ?The Responsibility to Protect ...moreIn this edition: Recent Events such as an Expert Consultation on Climate Change and Coastal Zones, New Remittance & Payments Partnership (RPP) Project, Workshop on Ethnographic Study of Election, Book Launch on ?The Responsibility to Protect -Ending Mass Atrocity Crimes Once and For All? and a Lecture on Non-Traditional Security: China and the world. Also featured are new faces in the Consortium.
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NTS-Asia Newsletter No.17
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Launch of the MacArthur Foundation Asia Security Initiative, Seminar on "The September 2008 Melamine Crisis in China: Implications for US-China Relations?, Meeting on the Significance of Informal Facilitators in Labour Migration ...moreIn this edition: Launch of the MacArthur Foundation Asia Security Initiative, Seminar on "The September 2008 Melamine Crisis in China: Implications for US-China Relations?, Meeting on the Significance of Informal Facilitators in Labour Migration and the 2009 Summer Studies Institute at the University of Hong Kong.
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Nuclear Gravy Train: An Update on Southeast Asia
Author(s): Koh Swee Lean Collin
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Notwithstanding the global financial crisis, energy security remains one of the top priorities for the Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels in the face of depleting energy resources ...moreNotwithstanding the global financial crisis, energy security remains one of the top priorities for the Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels in the face of depleting energy resources spurred
nuclear energy developments in Southeast Asia. However, as this edition of the NTS Alert shall argue, despite the overall
regional support for nuclear energy developments, progress has been uneven among individual ASEAN countries in their
nuclear quest to date, in large part shaped by political will, in addition to other pragmatic factors such as cost and technical
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6/12/2009 |
Nuclear-Public Relations Management in Southeast Asia
Author(s): June 2009/2, NTS-Asia Secretariat
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Due to the pragmatic need for ensuring energy security, governments of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have to date emphasised the potential economic and technological benefits of nuclear energy, but have paid less attention to ...moreDue to the pragmatic need for ensuring energy security, governments of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have to date emphasised the potential economic and technological benefits of nuclear energy, but have paid less attention to the groundswell of public opinion. This edition’s NTS Alert, as a follow-up to the previous update on nuclear energy developments in Southeast Asia, shall explore the prospects of nuclear-public relations (NPR) management, suggesting the need for a more holistic and balanced strategy of disseminating public information on nuclear energy at both national and regional levels.
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6/2/2009 |
Water Woes and Food Security
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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This NTS-Alert examines the nexus between water management and food security in Asia and how climate change exacerbates the adverse impacts that result from poor water management. It then highlights the case of the Mekong River as an example of the ...moreThis NTS-Alert examines the nexus between water management and food security in Asia and how climate change exacerbates the adverse impacts that result from poor water management. It then highlights the case of the Mekong River as an example of the dilemma of states and communities in utilising the river as a source of food, water and energy.
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7/17/2009 |
Putting Food on the International Table
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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Based on the recent Group of Eight (G8) Summit held in Italy, this issue of the Alert will examine international deliberations on food security with a focus on the efforts and challenges facing the G8 and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations ...moreBased on the recent Group of Eight (G8) Summit held in Italy, this issue of the Alert will examine international deliberations on food security with a focus on the efforts and challenges facing the G8 and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in formulating comprehensive solutions to address food security. In the section on ASEAN, we highlight ASEAN negotiations with the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), and examine ASEAN?s strategic action plan on food security.
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7/31/2009 |
'Push' and 'Pull': The Determinants of Piracy off the Horn of Africa
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook, Roderick Chia, Pau Khan Khup Hangzo and Kevin Punzalan
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Much attention has been given to the phenomenon of piracy off the Horn of Africa since 2008. The overwhelming response thus far has been the deployment of naval forces by some of the world?s major maritime states to combat the pirates, thereby ...moreMuch attention has been given to the phenomenon of piracy off the Horn of Africa since 2008. The overwhelming response thus far has been the deployment of naval forces by some of the world?s major maritime states to combat the pirates, thereby showcasing a high-handed traditional military response. While this has succeeded in reducing attacks, piracy has not been eliminated because such an approach is inadequate in addressing its root causes.
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8/14/2009 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.18
Author(s): NTS-Asia Secretariat
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In this edition: Conference on Climate Insecurities, Human Security and Social Resilience , the opening of a Centre for Non-Traditional Security and Ethnic Development in the Frontier Regions at Talimu University, Regional Workshop on Security ...moreIn this edition: Conference on Climate Insecurities, Human Security and Social Resilience , the opening of a Centre for Non-Traditional Security and Ethnic Development in the Frontier Regions at Talimu University, Regional Workshop on Security Sector Transformation and RMMRU's Remittance Festival 2009.
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Chartering Asean Human Rights
Author(s): Alistair D.B. Cook, Irene A. Kuntjoro and Belinda Chng
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Human rights issues within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations pose a significant challenge as it seeks to remain relevant in an increasingly interconnected global system. On 20 July 2009, ASEAN members finally agreed to the Terms of ...moreHuman rights issues within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations pose a significant challenge as it seeks to remain relevant in an increasingly interconnected global system. On 20 July 2009, ASEAN members finally agreed to the Terms of Reference for the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights. This marks a significant step forward for ASEAN but the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights? functions and mandate also illustrate its equally significant limitations. This alert tracks the negotiations, evaluates the major stakeholders, explains its functions and mandate, and provides an analysis of the prospects and challenges the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights faces.
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9/11/2009 |
Security in Cyberspace: The Return of the State
Author(s): Nur Azha Putra and Kevin Punzalan
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The recent cyber attacks on South Korea and the United States, as well as those on Georgia in 2008 and Estonia in 2007 have awakened a certain consciousness in the minds of the international community, particularly that of the security community. ...moreThe recent cyber attacks on South Korea and the United States, as well as those on Georgia in 2008 and Estonia in 2007 have awakened a certain consciousness in the minds of the international community, particularly that of the security community. As if triggered by a sense of vulnerability, when these cyber attacks managed to disrupt normal services, states were hard pressed to extend national security policies to the realm of cyberspace especially those with highly developed information and communication technology structures. This edition of the Alert traces the securitisation of cyberspace in recent years and ponders its implications for human security.
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10/30/2009 |
Disaster Preparedness in Southeast Asia
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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In the final quarter of 2009, Southeast Asia witnessed a number of disaster that affected sevevral countries in the region, attesting to the levels of national preparedness in dealing with disasters. This Alert looks at how governments in this ...moreIn the final quarter of 2009, Southeast Asia witnessed a number of disaster that affected sevevral countries in the region, attesting to the levels of national preparedness in dealing with disasters. This Alert looks at how governments in this disaster-prone region respond to the impact of these large-scale events
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11/13/2009 |
Ensuring Good Health During the Hajj in a Time of the H1N1 Pandemic
Author(s): Sofiah Jamil and Julie Balen
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Concerns over the continued spread of H1N1 have put the annual Hajj pilgrimage in the spotlight as a potential source of disease transmission and pandemic outbreak. Steps have been taken since June 2009 by the Saudi government, as well as by other ...moreConcerns over the continued spread of H1N1 have put the annual Hajj pilgrimage in the spotlight as a potential source of disease transmission and pandemic outbreak. Steps have been taken since June 2009 by the Saudi government, as well as by other countries and the World Health Organization, to improve preparedness and increase awareness. However, as pilgrims gather this week for the Hajj, Saudi health officials have announced that 70 pilgrims have been infected with H1N1, four of whom have lost their lives to the disease thus far. This Alert seeks to highlight that despite the complex circumstances surrounding pandemic preparedness during the Hajj, successful mitigation of a pandemic spread is possible with efficient multi-sectoral cooperation amongst Hajj officials and pilgrims. Such efforts must also be given greater emphasis in the media so as to ensure accurate and holistic reporting of events thereby reduce the likelihood of media hypes of a pandemic outbreak.
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11/25/2009 |
Regional Support for Southeast Asia Disaster Preparedness
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Pau Khan Khup Hangzo
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The first edition of the November Alert highlighted the level of preparedness of governments in Sooutheast Asia whose countries had been struck by natural disasters from September to Early November 2009. The edition seeks to map out the development ...moreThe first edition of the November Alert highlighted the level of preparedness of governments in Sooutheast Asia whose countries had been struck by natural disasters from September to Early November 2009. The edition seeks to map out the development of regional initiatives, to support national efforts, on disaster management in Southeast Asia.
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11/27/2009 |
NTS Bulletin January 2010 (issue 1)
Author(s): NTS Centre
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1/8/2010 |
NTS-Asia Newsletter No.19
Author(s): Mely Caballero-Anthony, Cheryl Lim, Roderick Chia, Sofiah Jamil and Steven Poh.
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The NTS-Asia newsletter is a bi-monthly compilation of the latest activities and publication in NTS-Asia.
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1/29/2010 |
Civil Society Actions and Reactions to COP15
Author(s): Irene A. Kuntjoro and Sofiah Jamil
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Despite states’ dominant role at the COP15 climate conference, civil society has been playing an increasingly prominent role in international climate negotiations. This Alert examines civil society’s efforts to gain public support and influence ...moreDespite states’ dominant role at the COP15 climate conference, civil society has been playing an increasingly prominent role in international climate negotiations. This Alert examines civil society’s efforts to gain public support and influence decision-making through conventional as well as new and creative means.
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