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Overpopulation & Population Decline: Should We be Concerned for the Future?
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Overpopulation & Population Decline: Should We be Concerned for the Future?

By theiasgazette / February 17, 2023

The subject of population and overpopulation has been a perennial hot topic among the public and the academic community. With the recent reports of China’s population decline, the question about its overall impact — whether it’s good or bad — has surfaced. Economists say that it’s an impending economic disaster. Others argue a population decline is what’s needed to overcome a degrading environment and a lack of resources. With these narratives in mind, what will the future look like for countries like China?

Combat Drones: Navigating the Grey Area
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Combat Drones: Navigating the Grey Area

By theiasgazette / February 6, 2023

In today’s conflicts, the use of combat drones has become ubiquitous across most military forces. While they offer advantages in terms of efficiency and reduced military risk, these drones still lack international regulation — raising concerns about their potential abuse and threat to civilian lives. How can we promote greater transparency and accountability for the use of combat drones? Can we meet the challenges posed by this evolving technology?

The Necessity Of Violence
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The Necessity Of Violence

By theiasgazette / January 12, 2023

Violence has been plaguing humanity since the beginning of time. Though efforts have been made to reduce this part of human nature, it lingers on like a bad aftertaste. Is the nature of violence embedded in our genes, impossible to rid from society? Or is there something humanity can do to eradicate this awful phenomenon? First we must understand the exact nature of violence.

Can Sports Garner Support for the Invisible Communities in the Dark?
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Can Sports Garner Support for the Invisible Communities in the Dark?

By theiasgazette / December 29, 2022

The worst of the COVID-19 pandemic may be over, but some communities, such as people with intellectual disabilities, still seem to struggle more than others. We speak to Dipak Natali, Regional President and Managing Director of the Special Olympics Asia Pacific, as he tries to uplift the lives of people with intellectual disabilities through a love of sport.

Solving for Stability in The Polycrisis
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Solving for Stability in The Polycrisis

By Ghee Yang Lim / December 15, 2022

In a time of polycrisis, how do we solve for stability? From reallocating IMF special drawing rights to managing domestic balance sheets, one thing is for certain: “Finance is largely the biggest problem.” Writes Barbadian Climate Finance Policy Avinash Persaud. What is the way out?

Unravelling Sri Lanka’s Spiral: Lessons for the International Community
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Unravelling Sri Lanka’s Spiral: Lessons for the International Community

By Shafiqah Fairoz / December 8, 2022

What was once a thriving nation with economic potential, an educated population and beautiful scenery, seems to now be suffering from the worst economic crisis in modern history. Sri Lanka has found itself in a predicament worse than what it could ever have predicted. With cracks in its domestic economic policies coupled with the external shocks that hit the country, what lessons can the international community gain?

Uncovering Sri Lanka’s Economic Collapse
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Uncovering Sri Lanka’s Economic Collapse

By Ryan Toh / September 15, 2022

On July 5, 2022, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe declared that Sri Lanka was bankrupt. Days later, protesters stormed his office as well as former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s, forcing him to flee and eventually resign. What did the government do to attract the ire of Sri Lankans? How did a vibrant trading and tourism hub become a failed state? Ryan from The IAS Gazette investigates the series of unfortunate events that led to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis.

The Global Supply Chain Crisis: Can We Expect A Light at The End of The Tunnel?
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The Global Supply Chain Crisis: Can We Expect A Light at The End of The Tunnel?

By Claire Tan / July 28, 2022

Prices of pretty much everything are rising, and it does not look like it will stop anytime soon. From global shortages to the very possible threat of a global recession, the economic outlook is all doom and gloom. Coupled with the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and lockdowns in China, the global supply chain crisis looks like it is just getting comfortable. Claire from the IAS Gazette dives into the ongoing crisis.

From Affiliation To Invasion: Dissecting The Russia-Ukraine War
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From Affiliation To Invasion: Dissecting The Russia-Ukraine War

By Sherry Han / July 21, 2022

With the influx of information on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it may seem overwhelming for some to grasp how such a situation that abruptly dominated our news and social media feeds unfolded to become one of Europe’s largest wars in recent times. We highlight the tangled history and the complex relationship between the two nations and reveal its part in setting the stage for the ongoing crisis.

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