Archive for category World Politics
Strategic Implications of the Suez Canal Ever Given blockade
Posted by H. J. Stephens in China, Strategy, Trade, United States, War, World Politics on April 11, 2021
In a world currently besieged with natural disasters, failed crops and a raging pandemic, the export of food, medical supplies and aid depends now, more than ever, on secure and efficient global supply chains. For many countries working their way through various stages of economic recovery, the dependable supply of raw materials and energy sources […]
Review: Perth Writers Festival – Day 3, Sunday
Posted by H. J. Stephens in Events, Reviews, World Politics on March 2, 2017
Unlike the day preceding, Sunday was not a day to stay indoors. With beautiful sunshine and a calming breeze the resulting temperature was nothing short of perfect for a festival. Left, Right, Left – The March of Politics: 11:30am-12:30pm, Octogon Theatre 4.5/5 In this panel, Lee Zachariah, Thomas Frank, and Troy Bramston were joined by […]
Review: Perth Writers Festival – Day 2, Saturday
Posted by H. J. Stephens in Events, History, Reviews, World Politics, Writing on February 27, 2017
If I had to describe Saturday in one word, it would be this: hot. It reached 39 degrees C in Perth on Saturday. Admittedly, given that the University of Western Australia is situated on the banks on the Swan River and was thus relieved a little by an early afternoon breeze, it wasn’t as bad […]
Review: Perth Writers Festival – Day 1, Friday
Posted by H. J. Stephens in Events, History, Reviews, World Politics, Writing on February 24, 2017
There is one particular weekend of the year that I always set aside, scheduled a year in advance and looked forward to eagerly. Last night marked the start of the 2017 Perth Writers Festival with Ben Rawlence giving a resounding opening address at the University of Western Australia (UWA). Today, the journey through the pages […]
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