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2801. Decarbonisation on a Finite Planet

Author:
Margareth Sembiring
Publication Date:
11-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Decarbonisation is not happening in a vacuum but on a planet already replete with ecological challenges. The material-intensive requirement of low-carbon technologies means more mining, and the currently inadequate recycling capacity means more waste. Existing pressures point to an urgent need to reduce consumption to avert climate and ecological crises.
Topic:
Climate Change, Science and Technology, Recycling, and Biodiversity
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2802. Beyond COVID-19: Global Priorities Against Future Contagion

Author:
Jose Montesclaros
Publication Date:
02-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Given the credible threat of disease re-emergence and evolution, governments today should allocate resources to preventing future novel diseases, even as they face ‘wartime conditions’ in battling COVID-19.
Topic:
Government, Pandemic, and COVID-19
Political Geography:
China and Global Focus

2803. Women in Global Governance: Never Ending Fight for Equality?

Author:
Tamara Nair
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Despite the numerous accomplishments of women in the global arena there still exists a void in global governance; this demands to be filled by greater ‘gender analysis’ and ‘gender mainstreaming’. Are these calls justified or are they merely the pursuits of particular interests?
Topic:
Governance, Women, Peace, and Equality
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2804. The Burden of COVID-19: Urgent Need for Social Safety Nets

Author:
Jose M. L. Montesclaros and Mely Caballero-Anthony
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
The lockdown policies to fight COVID-19 have caused massive economic disruptions, seriously affecting poorer income groups that live on a hand-to-mouth existence. Policies to keep countries safe from pandemics must come with clear and timely social safety net programmes to protect these vulnerable groups.
Topic:
Income Inequality, Social Services, Pandemic, and COVID-19
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2805. COVID-19 & Humanitarian Response: Leave No-One Behind

Author:
Alistair D.B. Cook
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
As more countries become affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to keep in mind vulnerable groups and those already affected by other humanitarian emergencies such as conflicts, disasters and climate change placing them in acutely precarious situations
Topic:
Humanitarian Aid, Pandemic, COVID-19, and Disaster Management
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2806. Nuclear Technology & Disease Prevention: What ASEAN Can Do

Author:
Julius Caesar Trajano
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Many countries are still struggling to expand their testing capability to diagnose more potential COVID-19 patients amidst shortage of detection kits. A nuclear-derived detection technique recently developed by the IAEA may be a promising method if more widely used by governments around the world. This highlights the peaceful application of nuclear science in public health.
Topic:
Pandemic, COVID-19, and Nuclear Energy
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2807. COVID-19: Private Sector’s Role in Times of Crisis

Author:
Christopher Chen
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
While people usually rely on the state in times of crisis, the scale and significance of the COVID-19 pandemic necessitates a more inclusive global response. Can the private sector step in to fill existing gaps in the current response?
Topic:
Crisis Management, Private Sector, COVID-19, and Health Crisis
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2808. Migrant Domestic Workers: Their COVID-19 Burdens

Author:
Margareth Sembiring
Publication Date:
03-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Migrant workers, especially those doing domestic work, cannot be ignored in the fight against COVID-19. The measures taken to contain the virus spread have left them even more vulnerable. But this may be an opportunity for a fresh look at providing for their protection.
Topic:
Pandemic, COVID-19, and Migrant Workers
Political Geography:
Philippines, Hong Kong, and Global Focus

2809. COVID-19 and Global Health Diplomacy: Can Asia Rise to the Challenge?

Author:
Mely Caballero-Anthony
Publication Date:
04-2020
Content Type:
Commentary and Analysis
Institution:
Centre for Non-Traditional Security Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Abstract:
Averting the catastrophic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic requires no less than a coordinated and effective global response with the participation of all actors at multiple levels of governance. Asia must seize the opportunity to define its role in this endeavour.
Topic:
Diplomacy, Health, and COVID-19
Political Geography:
Global Focus

2810. Jobs’ Amenability to Working from Home: Evidence from Skills Surveys for 53 Countries

Author:
Maho Hatayama, Mariana Viollaz, and Hernan Winkler
Publication Date:
05-2020
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Center for Distributive, Labor and Social Studies (CEDLAS)
Abstract:
The spread of COVID-19 and implementation of “social distancing” policies around the world have raised the question of how many jobs can be done at home. This paper uses skills surveys from 53 countries at varying levels of economic development to estimate jobs’ amenability to working from home. The paper considers jobs’ characteristics and uses internet access at home as an important determinant of working from home. The findings indicate that the amenability of jobs to working from home increases with the level of economic development of the country. This is driven by jobs in poor countries being more intensive in physical/manual tasks, using less information and communications technology, and having poorer internet connectivity at home. Women, college graduates, and salaried and formal workers have jobs that are more amenable to working from home than the average worker. The opposite holds for workers in hotels and restaurants, construction, agriculture, and commerce. The paper finds that the crisis may exacerbate inequities between and within countries. It also finds that occupations explain less than half of the variability in the working-from-home indexes within countries, which highlights the importance of using individual-level data to assess jobs’ amenability to working from home.
Topic:
Employment, Pandemic, Job Creation, COVID-19, and Hospitality
Political Geography:
Global Focus