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World Order: Recent Developments
« on: August 02, 2016, 05:14:27 pm »
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Here is the place to discuss all things World Order! Probably the most quickly changing of the electives, World Order case studies are literally everything happening between countries. I read the Sydney Morning Herald every day so whenever I see an article that relates, I'll post it here!

Please feel free to join the conversation by adding your own findings, especially media articles!

Occasionally you might see me focusing perhaps too much on amazing figures of our time, Eg. Donald Trump or Putin. Enjoy it.
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #1 on: August 02, 2016, 05:18:27 pm »
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US bombs Islamic State in Libya - have launched a bombing campaign.
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #2 on: August 06, 2016, 05:57:53 pm »
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what are really good cases and legislation to use for world order?

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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #3 on: August 07, 2016, 01:48:33 am »
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what are really good cases and legislation to use for world order?

Hey! You'll want to focus on International Treaties for the World Order Option, things like the Rome Statute or the [bTreaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons[/b], which promote peace and security globally! Also look at things like Extradition Treaties which act on a more regional level, or even the Australian Federal Police Act for domestic security.

Cases are tougher, but you'll likely want to look at the work of the ICJ and the ICC, and also, look at more general situations that have threatened World Order (for example, ISIS would be a good thing to discuss in a World Order essay, there would definitely be things like UN Meetings or UNSC Resolutions to reference in that regard ;D

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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #4 on: August 09, 2016, 03:34:35 pm »
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Thank you that's really helpful  :) jamonwindeyer

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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #5 on: August 11, 2016, 12:33:11 pm »
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US forces are on the ground in Libya, alongside coordinated air attacks, against ISIS: http://www.smh.com.au/world/us-forces-are-on-the-ground-for-the-first-time-in-libya-fight-20160810-gqp0tm.html
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #6 on: August 11, 2016, 12:34:42 pm »
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If East Timor is a case study for World Order: This is HUGE!

"The Australian Government has closed the book on war crimes in East Timor allegedly committed by Indonesia's new chief security minister, stressing it needs to pursue what is in Australia's national interest in 2016."

Source: http://www.smh.com.au/world/alleged-timor-war-crimes-forgotten-as-ministers-fly-in-for-bali-terror-summit-20160809-gqokk8.html

There is an awesome opinion article here about it too, super informative!
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #7 on: August 11, 2016, 12:37:19 pm »
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I think it will be interesting to watch the commentary and action baed on this new issue: Water has been cut off for 2 million people in Aleppo. This is an effect of war that isn't usually considered immediately when we think of atrocities. However, this has potential to be completely damaging of the health of thousands of citizens, if not causing fatalities.

Source: http://www.smh.com.au/world/fighting-in-aleppo-cuts-off-water-for-2-million-united-nations-20160810-gqp0lj.html

""The UN stands ready to assist the civilian population of Aleppo, a city now united in its suffering," the statement said. "At a minimum, the UN requires a full-fledged cease-fire or weekly 48-hour humanitarian pauses to reach the millions of people in need throughout Aleppo and replenish the food and medicine stocks, which are running dangerously low.""
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #8 on: August 13, 2016, 10:03:21 pm »
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Considering Russia/Crimea/Ukraine as your case study for world order? This was a very popular choice in the 2014 HSC seeing as a lot was happening in the lead up to the 2014 HSC exams. Now it appears that the turbulence continues.

Here is a link to a great crash course video on the Russia/Crimea situation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OuQHC4WN5c
Here is the link to an article suggesting there's some unrest happening and small uprises are brewing yet again: http://www.smh.com.au/world/whats-putin-up-to-in-crimea-20160812-gqqwmg.html
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #9 on: August 14, 2016, 02:10:13 pm »
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Sounds too much like Australia and Nauru :( :( :( German far-right politician Frauke Petry has called for the refugees in Germany to be sent to islands off of Europe.
http://www.smh.com.au/world/refugees-should-be-sent-to-islands-outside-europe-says-german-farright-leader-20160813-gqryn0.html
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2016, 03:23:32 pm »
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If you've been keeping your eye on the situation in Turkey since the coup, this article might put some things into perspective and fill in the gaps a little. http://www.smh.com.au/world/what-is-really-going-on-in-turkey--and-its-region--in-2016-20160718-gq7wt4.html
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #11 on: August 22, 2016, 04:30:37 pm »
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Philippines threatens to leave UN: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-37147630

"Mr Duterte said he might ask China and African nations to form another body. He also accused the UN of failing on terrorism, hunger and ending conflicts."
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #12 on: September 11, 2016, 02:09:32 pm »
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Thanks for all these great posts and case studies Elyse! We had to zoom through world order just to finish it in time, so I really haven't had time to pick up specific info. Would you suggest having one main case study throughout or a few?
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #13 on: September 11, 2016, 02:11:34 pm »
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I have also been reading about recent developments with the North Korea situation. This article has some FANTASTIC quotes from world leaders about the threat it poses to world order - e.g. Barack Obama "a grave threat to regional security and to international peace and stability". It's a pretty easy read :)
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-10/north-korea-condemed-for-nuclear-tests/7832810
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Re: World Order: Recent Developments
« Reply #14 on: September 11, 2016, 02:22:43 pm »
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Thanks for all these great posts and case studies Elyse! We had to zoom through world order just to finish it in time, so I really haven't had time to pick up specific info. Would you suggest having one main case study throughout or a few?

Hey hey! I don't think there is one better than the other, but I personally suggest a few, just to get breadth! That said I've seen some killer essays focusing on one very powerful case study that did everything they needed, so match your preference I think! ;D