Op-ed: Prof. Yves Tiberghien says Taiwan’s election shows remarkable political resiliency
Despite external pressures from China, the Taiwan elected results were stable and as predicted. The DPP won the presidency but lost control of the legislature. The results show a degree of resilience and self-confidence of the Taiwanese in their democratic system, while also suggesting continuous caution and a preference for stability.
Prof. Yves Tiberghien investigates if South Korea has a grand strategy
Professor Yves Tiberghien and colleagues conclude that South Korea, and by extension other middle powers, can develop their own grand strategy. The finding that South Korea has a grand strategy is significant because it implies long term strategic thinking and planning remains posible for countries.
Prof. Yves Tiberghien examines the systemic impact of digital and green technology revolutions in the Indio-Pacific
Professor Yves Tiberghien and colleagues explore how together the digital and green technology revolutions are driving future growth, transforming employment and societies, and reshaping the global economy in their new working paper. These transformations are reshuffling the liberal global order and changing power relations.
Op-ed: “Taiwan’s democracy triumphs” says Prof. Yves Tiberghien
The victory of the Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan, despite economic and geopolitical pressures, showcases a balanced electorate with a divided government between the presidency and parliament, resilient democratic institutions and voters, and a focus on domestic issues over security and cross-strait relations.
Op-ed: “Taiwan’s Democracy Has Shown Great Resilience in 2024” says Prof. Yves Tiberghien
Professor Yves Tiberghien says the Democratic Progressive Party’s re-election, despite reports of election and media interference by China, shows that Taiwanese voters and institutions are building resilience to foreign election risks.
MA Student Calvin San on the danger of Myanmar’s compulsory conscription
Masters Student Calvin San explains that Myanmar’s compulsory conscription will amplify the country’s ongoing human rights crisis and lead to widespread emigration and extortion. It is esential international bodies increase support for locally engaged pro-democracy groups.
Prof. Yves Tiberghien explains how electric vehicles are reshaping Indo-Pacific economies and power dynamics
Professor Yves Tiberghien explains that emerging economies are taking advantage of their late-developer status to increase their economic investments into EVs, strategic subsidies and broader fiscal policies.
Prof. Kathryn Harrison says Canada could learn from China’s reduction in carbon emissions
China has become a world leader in renewable energy technology. Professor Kathryn Harrison says Canada must learn from China and do more for the climate given the “average Canadian accounts for twice as many annual greenhouse gas emissions than the average Chinese.”
Prof. Michael Byers discusses the genocide case against Israel with CBC’s The Sunday Magazine
Professor Michael Byers explains how the International Court of Justice functions and the possible implications of the hearings in the genocide case against Israel.
Op-ed: “Taiwan’s democratic institutions the clear winner in this month’s elections” says Prof. Yves Tiberghien
Professor YvesTiberghien explains that Taiwan is at the heart of strategic tensions, but voters have prioritized socioeconomic issues over geopolitical issues.