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The United Nations and low politics: Environmental & human security in East Asia

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In a world order characterized by ideological conflicts, low politics' usually goes by the wayside. Policymakers focus on 'high politics' such as issues on state security, diplomacy and warfare. The September 11th attack was an epitome of terrorism that calls for not only the protection of territorial and political security of the state but also the safeguarding of the individual or group from all threats to human survival. This paper raises the issues on 'environmental security' and 'human security,' particularly in the context of East Asia and reviews the efforts of the United Nations to safeguard the global environment and human rights. Finally, this paper reflects on the future role of the United Nations in non-traditional security arenas with special emphasis on its role in East Asia.

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  • Shin-wha Lee, 2001. "The United Nations and low politics: Environmental & human security in East Asia," Global Economic Review, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 30(2), pages 52-73.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:glecrv:v:30:y:2001:i:2:p:52-73
    DOI: 10.1080/12265080108449820
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