OSUN Themes: Democratic Practice; Human Rights
Asia-Pacific International Politics in the Post-Pandemic Era
Term: February 19, 2024 – May 26, 2024Level: 200-Level
Day/Time: Monday; Tuesday 9:10 PM - 12:00 AM EST
Instructor: Chiahao Hsu, National Sun Yat-sen University
2019 saw the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing global humanitarian disaster, and the political situation in the Asia Pacific saw unprecedented developments. This course will cover the region's recent political and economic changes, and use the lens of international relations to sharpen their analytical skills while cultivating their interest in the region. This course holds practical application of knowledge as its core and will discuss US, Chinese, Taiwanese, Northeast Asia, Southwest Asia, New Zealand and Australia, India, and Central Asia. It is designed to cultivate students' analytical and research skills, as well as interest in Asia Pacific and international affairs.
Credits: 3 US / 6 ECTS