Asia Rising - #223: Has China Reached its Peak?

#223: Has China Reached its Peak?

06/06/24 • 26 min

There’s a theory that’s discussed in many circles of international relations: have we reached peak China? In a post-pandemic age in which it is struggling with development, confronted with an aging population, and a slowing economy, is China on the decline?

Guest: Professor Evan Medeiros (Penner Family Chair in Asian Studies, Georgetown University)

Recorded 28th May, 2024.

Guest: Professor Evan Medeiros (Penner Family Chair in Asian Studies, Georgetown University)

Recorded 28th May, 2024.

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#222: Disability and Slavery in Asia

Slavery remains a problem in many countries across Asia, and the understanding of what makes a person vulnerable to this kind of exploitation continues to evolve. When it comes to disability, the links are less understood, and more research is needed to understand the barriers survivors with disabilities face when accessing remedies, justice and support.

The report:

Exploring the intersection between disability and trafficking in persons

www.aseanact.org/resources/tip-disability/

Guest: Dr Elisabeth Jackson (Senior Research Fellow, Centre for Human Security and Social Change, La Trobe University).

Recorded on 13th May, 2024.

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Event: The State of Democracy in Asia

More than a billion people across Asia have voted so far in 2024, in elections in India, Indonesia, South Korea, Taiwan and more, but outside of the main results the electoral processes and implications for democracy rarely attracted international headlines.

While voting is a key expression of democratic participation, during elections democratic ideals can be challenged. Many of these elections will have repercussions not just for citizens within these countries and the Asian region, but also for the quality of democracy and human rights across the globe.

What can we learn from these elections in Asia? What can we expect from these countries and the leadership styles they represent? Is democracy healthy in Asia?

Speakers:

Kevin Magee AO (Former Australian Representative to Taiwan)

Dr Priya Chacko (Associate Professor of International Politics, University of Adelaide)

Professor Vedi Hadiz (Director and Professor of Asian Studies at the Asia Institute, University of Melbourne)

Dr Ruth Gamble (Senior Lecturer in History and Deputy Director of La Trobe Asia, La Trobe University) - Chair

Recorded 19th June, 2024.