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“End of globalisation?” – Australia’s move toward self-sufficiency after COVID-19

May 9, 2020May 7, 2020 by Charlie Francis

COVID-19 has shaken up world trade and supply-chains, forcing countries to rethink their reliance on importing essential items. Charlie Francis examines Australia’s current position and how our economy might look post-coronavirus.

Global health in a globalised world

August 29, 2018 by Lemia Bickalo

Globalisation has allowed for a great dispersion of medical technologies and has enriched countries, providing them with more capital to invest in their health systems. It has also left communities vulnerable and poor, exacerbating inequalities. A balance needs to be found, writes Lemia Bickalo.

Brexit: Divided Kingdom

June 25, 2016June 24, 2016 by ESSA Writers

Not sure what to make of today’s Brexit? ESSA has you covered.

The More Things Change…

July 30, 2017October 1, 2015 by Dr. George Raitt

Australian industry has experienced a wealth of changes due to accelerating globalisation in the late 20th century. Dr George Raitt explores the effects that the changes have had on competition law, particularly in reference to the beer brewing industry.

This article first appeared in Short Supply 2015 – check out the full magazine via the Short Supply tab at the top of this page!

Balancing Australia’s strategic interests in the Asia-Pacific

February 20, 2016April 10, 2015 by ESSA Writers

How necessary is it that Australia align its economic and strategic military interests in the Asian century? Kathryn St. John looks at our shifting relationships with the US and China.

The economics of the tourist rip-off

October 13, 2019March 30, 2014 by Olivia Robins

Olivia Robins uses game theory to explain how one small Belgian café’s costs have been changed by globalisation.

Editors’ Picks – 4 May 2014

February 29, 2016December 31, 2013 by ESSA Publications

Each week the ESSA Editors pick out the best articles from the latest in the world of economics, politics, and everything in between.

Globalisation

February 16, 2016January 29, 2012 by ESSA Writers

By Collin Li

My opinion is that globalisation is essential for dealing with poverty. While programs like World Vision’s Area Development Program may be helpful, I would argue they are only a small part of the effort in relieving poverty, because while the motive may seem more pure, it may be a smaller pool of energy to draw from. I would argue that the profit motive, provided by globalisation, has a far greater and wider appeal, as I believe people are inherently interested in their own well-being than others’.