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The Perspective UPF Lund The Perspective is a joint media platform of the Association of Foreign Affairs at Lund University.

The Perspective is a joint platform for the online and print magazines, as well as the the radio, of the Association of Foreign Affairs at Lund University. Our goal is to be an independent voice and to provide an arena for debate and discussion to our members. We aim to inspire and encourage people in developing their interest in world politics, and to gain an insight into foreign affairs from a r

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“Silence is complicit and kills. Sharing and using the right words can save lives."From the heart of the crisis in Gaza,...
05/12/2025

“Silence is complicit and kills. Sharing and using the right words can save lives."

From the heart of the crisis in Gaza, a raw testimony from Martina Marchiò, medical responsible of Doctor Without Borders. She takes us beyond the headlines to reveal the reality of providing healthcare where international law is suspended and safety is never guaranteed. A crucial read on the operational challenges and the human cost of conflict.

Read the full article by clicking the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/12/04/upf/voices-from-the-field-insights-from-a-humanitarian-operator-in-gaza/

After being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her fight for democracy, María Corina Machado now carries the voices of mi...
04/12/2025

After being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her fight for democracy, María Corina Machado now carries the voices of millions of Venezuelans to the world stage.

Her recognition is more than just a personal achievement, it’s a call to the international community to support those who risk everything to defend political freedom.

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece discusses the role of María Corina Machado in the fight for Venezuelan democracy. Read the full article by clicking the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/12/03/article/the-power-of-recognition-maria-corina-machados-nobel-peace-prize-and-the-fight-for-democracy/

“It is becoming increasingly impossible to escape AI, and the comfort and simplicity of choosing to trust it – despite k...
30/11/2025

“It is becoming increasingly impossible to escape AI, and the comfort and simplicity of choosing to trust it – despite knowing that it may misinform – comes creeping closer”

AI is commonly used among the younger generation, but what of our elected officials? From AI ministers to deepfakes of a candidate’s opposition, AI is directly seeping into our democracy. How reliable is the information we get from AI, and where should we draw the line for how we allow AI to be used in a democratic system?

Click the link below to read the full article ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/11/27/upf/threatened-by-code-ais-impact-on-democracy/

What is the sustainable strategy to promote sustainable development? With the case of South Korea’s shifting discourse o...
21/11/2025

What is the sustainable strategy to promote sustainable development?

With the case of South Korea’s shifting discourse on Nuclear Power, it is evident that environmental goals are embraced or disregarded depending on domestic contexts. Therefore, emphasising sustainability without considering the differing circumstances of each country cannot generate “sustainable” support. This suggests that sustainability itself requires a strategic approach that is not one-dimensional, but instead considers equitable standing between countries and the pursuit of development.

The Perspective’s latest article examines the nature of green energy and sustainable growth by diving into the shifting discourse on nuclear energy in South Korea. Read more by clicking the article link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/11/20/uncategorized/between-growth-and-green-the-shifting-environmental-discourse-on-nuclear-power-in-south-korea/

“Italy is changing, and so is its population. The next generation of Italians is multicultural, multilingual and globall...
17/11/2025

“Italy is changing, and so is its population. The next generation of Italians is multicultural, multilingual and globally connected. Yet media and political narratives remain stuck in a nostalgic image of a country that no longer exists.”

Italy has long projected a confident cultural identity, from its cuisine and fashion to its folklore and traditions. Yet beneath this pride lies a more complicated story: who truly gets to be considered Italian?

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece discusses the complexities of Italian identity, and why many might find themselves excluded. Read the full article by clicking the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/11/13/italy/who-counts-as-italian/

On the surface, Peter Thiel seems like just another Silicon Valley tech billionaire. But given a closer look, it becomes...
12/11/2025

On the surface, Peter Thiel seems like just another Silicon Valley tech billionaire. But given a closer look, it becomes clear that he has strategically worked to embed his anti-democratic ideology within Washington. He is quietly engineering the future of U.S. political leadership through his money, ideas, and political ties - and everyone should be concerned.

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece discusses Peter Thiel’s influence in American politics through figures such as Donald Trump and J.D. Vance. Read the full article by clicking the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/11/11/article/from-silicon-valley-to-washington-d-c-the-concerning-influence-of-peter-thiel/

“Exclusion and exploitation have become two sides of the same coin”Technology was supposed to break the glass ceiling fo...
05/11/2025

“Exclusion and exploitation have become two sides of the same coin”

Technology was supposed to break the glass ceiling for women. But as bias seeps into algorithms and personal data becomes a product, empowerment is starting to look a lot like a trade-off. What happens when technology reflects the world’s hierarchies instead of challenging them?

Read the Perspective’s latest article via the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/11/04/article/empowerment-or-exploitation-rethinking-techs-promise-for-women/

When our data is the price, is it a price we are still willing to pay? Spyware, hidden weapons and VPNs, Israel’s tech ...
29/10/2025

When our data is the price, is it a price we are still willing to pay?

Spyware, hidden weapons and VPNs, Israel’s tech has a wide reach and an underbelly that you might not be aware of. When it comes to looking at who owns and has access to our data, should we be concerned?

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece covers the insecure nature of our devices and online data, and their potential weaponisation at the hands of Israeli tech companies. Click the link below to read the full article.

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/10/28/technology/made-in-israel-the-global-reach-of-israels-surveillance-tech/

Attending EU Days in Lund is a good way to gauge Sweden’s feelings toward, and sense of its own role within, the Europea...
24/10/2025

Attending EU Days in Lund is a good way to gauge Sweden’s feelings toward, and sense of its own role within, the European Union. Notably, security and competitiveness tended to dominate the conversation—so which topics were left by the wayside, and how does Sweden view its future within Europe, and as part of the wider world?

Over the course of both days of the event, two of our members decided to capture the spirit of the discussion by documenting their experience. Read the full article below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/10/23/article/what-went-down-at-eu-days-2025/

The EU’s proposed “Chat Control” law could turn private conversations into open books, scanned and analysed before they’...
15/10/2025

The EU’s proposed “Chat Control” law could turn private conversations into open books, scanned and analysed before they’re even sent. While claiming to protect children, the regulation threatens our fundamental right to privacy and sets a dangerous precedent for surveillance in Europe. Politicians are even carving out exemptions for themselves. This isn’t a distant issue — it is happening now.

Stay informed, speak up, and contact your representatives. Democracy depends on it.

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece covers the EU’s “chat control” regulation. Read more below ⬇️
https://www.theperspective.se/2025/10/14/european-union/entering-the-big-brother-era/

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