Despite the signing of the ASEAN Charter in 2008‚ the recent border conflict between Thailand and Cambodia has shown that the organisation places the onus of avoiding armed conflict on the disputants themselves. Following Michael Leifer’s account of the ‘ASEAN paradox’ (1983)‚ this dispute has further demonstrated that ASEAN is an association rather than an alliance. Leifer argued that security matters are addressed bilaterally rather than regionally‚ and national interest prevails over regional
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Othello William Shakespeare’s tragic play is based on the contrast of the different characters to develop the plot; each character has remarkable depth of passion as an individual‚ one in particular though- Othello. Othello is a noble and brave Moor who is initially viewed as a courageous military hero. He is also a confident‚ courageous and trustworthy man‚ and that is why he has the honourable position as the army general of Cyprus. He is loved and respected by all. Except one! Through a series
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Weakness of Aristocracy: Aristocracy has‚ in common with monarchy‚ but the evil inherent in all kinds of Aristocracies is that they form a separate interest which is almost certain to come into conflict with the interests of the community. No wise and just principle has so far been devised for the selection of the ruling class‚ and no safeguard has been suggested to ensure that the few will rule in the interests of all and not for their selfish advantage. The privileged persons‚ who are destined
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Through its portrayal of human experience‚ Shakespeare’s Othello prepares us for an inevitable tragedy. How is this revealed in the first 3 acts of the play? Whether the relationship is personal‚ public or rivalry; power is always present. Shakespeare demonstrates his thoughts on power in relationships in the tragic play‚ Othello. Throughout the play we see power struggles in three main relationships and the interaction between the main characters Iago‚ Othello and Desdemona. Iago’s manipulative
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In today’s corrupt society‚ a lot of judgment is being made more and more apparent. Those who claim they are “Christians” do a lot of this. They judge others based on religion‚ race/appearance‚ culture‚ gender‚ sexual orientation‚ and even your choices. Before we continue‚ let me make this clear‚ not all people who judge are Christians‚ and not all Christians judge. For the ones who do‚ they have no right to place judgment upon others. It is not there job to do so‚ it is God’s job‚ hence “judgment
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Japan ’s smooth operators:But does lean production damage the brand? Strategic Direction. Bradford:2007. Vol. 23‚ Iss. 4‚ p. 10 Abstract (Summary) This paper reviews some of the advantages and potential disadvantages of lean production in the Japanese automotive industry. This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments. According to the experts‚ 2006 saw Toyota become the world ’s largest automobile manufacturer in the world‚ knocking General
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The Importance of Reputation in Othello In William Shakespeare’s Othello‚ there are many motives that drive the direction of the play’s characters. None more prominent than reputation. Reputation is simply part of one’s life‚ none can dispute that fact. To some it is a blessing‚ to others it is a curse. Throughout the duration of the play‚ the characters Iago‚ Othello‚ and Cassio display the importance of reputation. Iago’s honest reputation‚ Othello’s war fought reputation and Cassio’s desperation
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“Humour helps us come to terms with human weakness.” In light of this view‚ consider how writers use humour. Chaucer’s ‘The Wife of Bath’ and Sheridan’s ‘The Rivals’ are both considered ‘comedies’. Whilst ‘the Rivals’ is more of a “laughing comedy” than the ‘Wife of Bath’‚ both include various types of humour. Satire‚ irony and farce are examples of the types of humour that are portrayed within these texts. Sheridan explores a broader range of humour- a satirical work in the first instance‚ and
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species can have a drastic impact of human lives. The survival of every species that is still living on Earth is very important to a lot of people. This is so important there is a day dedicated to celebrating Endangered species that are no longer endangered and the species that are still in danger. Endangered Species day is celebrated every 3rd Friday of May (National Wild Life Federation). Sometimes these species can have a great impact on human lives. The ESA or Endangered Species
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Michelle Chai Judgement on Appearances People today judge each other by the ways they act‚ the ways they dress and their looks. The phrase “Don’t judge a book by its cover” is often repeated‚ but not often followed‚ but some still judge others by their appearances but not personalities. An analysis of the book‚ Lord of the Flies and Vice: Liberia shows how people judge others both consciously and subconsciously. People often make assumptions based upon their first impressions and appearances of
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