Economist Podcasts Trial run: genocide claims against Myanmar
Feb 21, 2022
Susanna Savage, a South Asia expert at The Economist, David Rennie, the Beijing bureau chief, and science correspondent Matt Kaplan delve into significant themes. They discuss The Gambia's groundbreaking genocide case against Myanmar, exploring its potential impact on the Rohingya crisis and Aung San Suu Kyi's controversial role. The conversation then pivots to Nixon's historic visit to China, drawing parallels to present geopolitics. Additionally, Kaplan reveals fascinating research on how noise pollution adversely affects plant life, stressing their unique environmental responses.
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Gambia's Case Against Myanmar
- The Gambia filed genocide charges against Myanmar at the ICJ on behalf of the Organization for Islamic Cooperation.
- This is the first time a country unrelated to the alleged crimes used its membership in the Genocide Convention to bring a case.
Rohingya Under Junta Rule
- The Rohingya face worsening conditions under Myanmar's military junta, including increased violence, displacement, and movement restrictions.
- There is growing solidarity with the Rohingya within Myanmar due to the widespread impact of the coup.
Nixon's China Gamble
- In 1972, Nixon visited China during the Cultural Revolution, a time of extreme isolation and hardship.
- This visit was a diplomatic gamble aimed at shifting the global balance of power.