Essays and Research Papers on World Affairs

This 5 page paper considers the use and impact of language policies. The paper looks at Australia and then Canada and the bilingual policies and laws, specifically Quebec. The application of the lessons learned from the implementation of language policies can be applied top politics, international business or any cross board study. The bibliography cites ...

This 9 page paper looks at the potential charges cited in the arrest warrant for Libyan premier Muammar Mohammad al-Qaddafi (Gaddafi) and considers the relevant areas of international law that may be used by the prosecution and how they may be applied. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

A 28 page comprehensive research paper on self-determination and the world's role in promoting independence. The writer examines Woodrow Wilson's original doctrine and the United Nations mandates that followed. State sovereignty is looked at both from an historical perspective and with relevance to the role of human rights today. Numerous examples and international case law ...

This is a 7 page paper discussing Spain’s successful and peaceful transition to democracy. Spain’s peaceful transition to democracy was a result of several elements which were in place during the time of Franco’s rule and the strategy and allegiances Spain’s new King Juan Carlos used after Franco to successfully navigate a peaceful move toward democracy. ...

This is a 12 page paper on the effect of the global economy on nation states. The international community has a great impact on the political, social and economic policies of the individual nation states. Nation states, in order to avail themselves of economic opportunities must consider the agendas of the global economic market. The ...

A 6 page discussion of the importance of the United Nations. Outlines importance of the United States in shaping UN policies and concludes that the UN is a necessary entity but one which should not be allowed to emphasize economics over human rights. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper that overviews and analyzes Sassen's book. Discussions include the economic globalization process, immigration, and the sovereignty of the state, or the loss of its sovereignty.

This 6 page report discusses the differences in the Islamic point of view regarding human rights and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Declaration was composed as part of the United Nations’ framework for member countries as a “common standard.” In essence, its thirty articles assert that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and ...

An 8 page paper discussing the former United Nations' Secretary, Boutrous Boutrous Ghali's Agenda for Peace. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 11 page essay that traces the South American drug trade to its historical roots and economic origins. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page research paper on how the global economy affects Americans every day. The writer details job loss, changes in industries, political implications, and what consumer goods are available. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In 8 pages the author discusses the social, political, technological, envrironmental, and economic circumstances of the global human population. The author concludes that "the global human population is fast growing as a crux for a multitude of possible problems. Along with people there always comes problems. Those problems can be social, political, technological, ...

In 5 pages the author discusses the population explosion that has become rampant in the world, and the possible outcome of the population explosion. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 10 page paper on how the world in light of shared technology and new democracies has caused alarm for peoples in third world countries, whose natural and human resources have been utilized in the past by first world countries to maintain economic superiority. This has special significance to countries with widely dispersed forms ...

A 5 page paper discussing the Third World and their present, as well as past, situation in relationship with poverty, as it relates to the book edited by Jonathan S. Petrikin entitled, 'The Third World.' These countries have long been considered to be uncivilized and well behind other, more apparently prosperous, countries. The book ...

5 pages in length. The author discusses the need for women's rights activists in the international community and gives examples of the current treatment of women. Several platforms for change are discussed. Bibliography included.

An 8 page research essay on the current human rights issues facing the United Nations, and the economic, political and religious aspects of the struggle for global equity. The writer argues that although the sheer number of human rights violations is numbing, the recognition of the problem and the work that is proceeding toward ...

A 4 page paper on U.N. efforts to protect human rights and state sovereignty in countries around the world. According to the writer, the United Nations have traditionally been very outspoken -- going against human rights violations, but really doing nothing to stop them from occurring. Specific cases, quotes, etc.; are included. Bibliography lists 4 ...

Increased cooperation among the Koreas has brought positive results in the worldwide war against narcotics but its production, trafficking and consumption remain a major problem in the region. In this 2 page paper, the writer evaluates United Nations efforts to curtail the production and development of drugs in Korea, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand. Bibliography ...

5 pages in which the author discusses the 1988 speech given by Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev. The speech is analysed.

A 15 page paper that compares and contrasts the U.N. charter and League of Nations policies. The paper also addresses the important political influences behind the development of the League, and how political changes led to the UN. The writer argues that the U.N. charter is being reviewed today because of faults in original League ...

A 5 page paper describing present world conditions in comparison with those of the Cold War era. The world today is in a much safer position than it was just a few years ago. With nuclear war ceasing to hang precariously overhead the world is free to pay closer attention to other global problems such ...

A 15 page paper exploring the role of the military in peacekeeping activities. Emphasizes policies relating to U.S. troops and includes information on NATO and the UN. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing the Iran-Iraq war and the United Nations proposed terms for peace in 1987. Iran did not agree to the terms for several years. The reason Iran finally did accept the U.N. terms are outlined in this report. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the position of Iran's nuclear capabilities as it effects the United States. Issues discussed include how this effects the interests of the United States, what dangers it poses to the United States and the world in general, what opportunities exist in relationship to advancing the interests of the United ...