Global Politics EE Topic Ideas + Examples

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1. Sexual minorities in Israel: Israel is renowned as an LGBTQ-friendly destination, highlighted by the vibrant Pride celebration in Tel Aviv, yet the country's LGBTQ rights remain below average compared to OECD nations. Same-sex marriage is not permitted, and surrogacy for same-sex couples was only legalized recently. In this case, the investigation of progressiveness concerning sexual minorities was divided into three main areas of Israeli society: political, legislative, and military. 
   
    

2. EU - Vietnam Trade Policy: The European Union and Vietnam signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signifying a move towards deeper engagement between the EU and Southeast Asia. FTA facilitates market opening and aim to reduce economic barriers, as outlined in the New EU Trade Strategy 2021. This essay seeks to explore to what extent normative imperatives influenced the EU's trade policy in the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement, analyzing the significance of trade policy for the EU, and examining both normative and market power arguments. 
   
    

3. Third-world nationalism in Algeria: This EE examines to what extent has indigenous identity been suppressed by the formation of national identity in Algeria. The suppression of Amazigh identity, including the banning of the Amazigh flag, reflects broader tensions between monoethnic state power and ethnic plurality in post-colonial nations. This phenomenon extends beyond Algeria, representing a struggle faced by indigenous groups globally against nationalist agendas aimed at homogenizing identities and erasing cultural diversity.
   
    

4. Russian influence on the civil war in Syria: During the Cold War, the United States' shift towards limited military intervention abroad created an opportunity for Russia to expand its influence and challenge the Euro-Atlantic order. This essay aims to assess the impact of Russian military intervention on the continuity of the Syrian civil war, analyzing its role in reinforcing political divisions, worsening the humanitarian crisis, and altering military dynamics.
   
    

5. Catalan independence referendum: Since the unification of Castilla and Aragón in the seventeenth century, Catalonia has been a hotbed of revolts and separatist movements against the Spanish state, yet these have historically failed to achieve greater autonomy or independence. In 2017, Catalonia held a referendum aimed at declaring independence, led by former President Carles Puigdemont, which sparked controversy and tensions between the Catalan and Spanish governments. This paper explores the extent to which the independence referendum was considered anti-democratic and illegal, examining various interpretations of democracy, international law, and regional autonomy criteria.
    

    

6. Wuhan lockdown: The COVID-19 lockdown involved strict restrictions on movement, surveillance through tracking apps, and mandatory isolation for symptomatic individuals. Critics argue that the lockdown violated human rights, particularly freedom of movement, privacy, expression, and the right to life, as vulnerable individuals were left without adequate care. However, China defends the measures, citing the protection of the majority's right to life and support from international organizations like the WHO. This paper aims to assess the extent of human rights violations during the Wuhan lockdown, arguing that while restrictions on movement and privacy may be justified, limitations on expression and the right to life are not.
   
    

7. 2020 US election outcome: The research question examines the extent to which Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 presidential election was inevitable, drawing from Allan Lichtman's "Keys to the White House" model. Lichtman's model suggests that Biden's win was largely a response to Donald Trump's performance as the incumbent president. The model uses 13 keys to predict election outcomes, with any combination of six negative keys indicating defeat for the incumbent party. Analyzing these factors helps understand how they influenced the American perception of both candidates and the election outcome, highlighting the workings of democracy.
   
    

8. Impact of China's Belt and Road Initiative: The Belt and Road Initiative, launched by China in 2013, aims to enhance global trade through interconnected trade routes and infrastructure, including those passing through the Philippines. This initiative has both positive and negative implications for Philippine sovereignty, prompting an evaluation of its impact. The research question focuses on assessing this impact using criteria such as Westphalian sovereignty and the Treaty of Montevideo, examining aspects like permanent population, defined borders, and effective governance.
   
    

9.  Role of power and sovereignty in Brexit: The Brexit referendum, held in the UK, aimed to determine whether the country should remain in the EU. Membership in the EU brought economic benefits, including faster GDP growth and improved trading partnerships, but also raised questions about sovereignty and decision-making authority. Despite economic advantages, the UK ultimately chose to leave the EU, prompting exploration of the roles played by economic power and sovereignty in the Brexit decision through research and analysis.
   
    

10. Abraham Peace Agreement: In December 2020, a historic pact was signed between Morocco, Israel, and the USA, with Morocco agreeing to reopen diplomatic ties with Israel and the USA recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over disputed lands in Western Sahara. This essay examines the decision-making processes of key players, the regional impacts of the treaty, the motivations behind powerful actors forming alliances with Morocco, international opinions and their implications, and the objectives of this new alliance.