IR thinker - Australia - China Relations - Philipp Ivanov | 2024 Episode 27

Australia - China Relations - Philipp Ivanov | 2024 Episode 27

10/22/24 • 59 min

In this insightful interview with Philipp Ivanov, we explore the evolving dynamics of Australia-China relations amid shifting geopolitical landscapes. The conversation covers key topics such as Australia’s security strategies, the impact of alliances like AUKUS and the Quad, and the role of the Belt and Road Initiative. With Ivanov’s expertise in public policy and China, this discussion offers a nuanced perspective on trade, education, and energy ties shaping the Indo-Pacific region.

Philipp Ivanov is a public policy leader and China specialist. With extensive executive experience in government, universities and think-tanks in Australia, United States, China, Asia and Russia. He’s the Founder of Geopolitical Risks and Strategy Practice (GRASP) and a Visiting Scholar, Center for Australian, New Zealand and Pacific Studies, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University.

Content: (1) Current Diplomatic Landscape: Australia and China; (2) Domestic Consensus: Australia’s Internal Views on China; (3) Shifting Alliances: The Impact of Quad and AUKUS on Australia’s Strategy; (4) China’s Perspective: Reactions to Australia’s Security Partnerships; (5) The Belt and Road Initiative: Implications for China-Australia Relations; (6) Australia’s Strategic Response to the Belt and Road Initiative; (7) The U.S. Factor: American Influence on Australia-China Relations; (8) Trade Dynamics: Australia’s Economic Dependence on China; (9) Education and Espionage: Chinese Influence in Australian Academia; (10) Multilateral vs. Bilateral: Australia-China Engagement in the Indo-Pacific; and (11) Energy Ties: The Australia-China Energy Relationship.

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Meritocratic Democracy: Confucian and Western Political Theory - Elena Ziliotti | 2024 Episode 26

In this interview with Assistant Professor Elena Ziliotti, we explore the contrasts between meritocratic democracy and traditional governance, drawing insights from both Western and Confucian political theories. Ziliotti discusses the strengths and weaknesses of political meritocracy, offering reflections on its applicability in diverse global contexts.

Elena Ziliotti is a tenured Assistant Professor of Ethics and Political Philosophy at the Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands. She works on Comparative political theory, focusing on debates in contemporary Confucian and Western political theory.

The latest book:

Meritocratic Democracy: A Cross-Cultural Political Theory https://academic.oup.com/book/57408

Content: (1) Meritocratic Democracy vs. Traditional Governance; (2) East vs. West: Understanding Meritocracy; (3) Epistemic Superiority of Democratic Rule; (4) Defining Public-Spirited Political Leaders; (5) Addressing Voter Manipulation Concerns; (6) Weaknesses of Political Meritocracy: A Confucian View; (7) Political Parties in a Cross-Cultural Context; (8) Democratic Institutions vs. Meritocratic Governance; (9) The Role of Partisan Juries in Candidate Selection; (10) Balancing Meritocracy and Democratic Equality; (11) Singapore and China; (12) Benefits of Confucian Insights for Western Democracy; (13) Bridging Western and Confucian Political Theories; (14) Influence of Eastern and Western Thought on Elena’s Research; and (15) Goals for Meritocratic Democracy in Diverse Contexts.

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India - Japan Relations - Srabani Roy Choundhury | 2024 Episode 28

In this interview, Dr. Srabani Roy Choudhury discusses the evolving dynamics of India-Japan relations in the Indo-Pacific, covering strategic initiatives like SAGAR, Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific vision, and defence cooperation. Key topics include the impact of Taiwan, Japan’s defence policy, and critical minerals collaboration. The conversation provides insights into geopolitical trends shaping the future of India-Japan partnerships.

Dr. Srabani Roy Choudhury is a Professor of Japanese Studies Centre for East Asian Studies, School of International Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University, India.

Awarded Commendation for Promotion of Japanese Studies 2024 by Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Tokyo Japan

Visiting Scholar at Policy Research Institute (2011), Kobe University (2014), Nagoya University (2019), Keio University (2022), University of Navarra (2024).

Content: (1) Complementary Visions: India’s SAGAR and Japan’s Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP); (2) Reception of India’s SAGAR Initiative in Japan; (3) SAGAR: A Fixed Strategy or an Evolving Concept?; (4) Impact of Japan’s Increased Defence Spending on India-Japan Relations in the Indo-Pacific; (5) Reciprocal Provision of Supplies and Services Agreement (RPSS) Between India and Japan; (6) The Role of Taiwan in Shaping India-Japan Relations; (7) Comparing the Postures of Abe, Kishida, and Ishiba Towards India; (8) Ishiba’s Controversial Statement on an ‘Asian NATO’; (9) The Role of the USA in India-Japan Relations; (10) Japan’s Recognition of Arunachal Pradesh and Its Strategic Implications Against China; (11) India’s Limited Engagement in Minilateral Initiatives with Like-Minded Nations; (12) Strengthening India-Japan Collaboration in Securing Critical Minerals and Supply Chains Through SCRI; (13) Energy Cooperation Between India and Japan; and (14) The Future of India-Japan Relations.

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