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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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What happens when far-right politicians break the rules and finally face consequences?From France to Sweden and Romania,...
07/05/2025

What happens when far-right politicians break the rules and finally face consequences?

From France to Sweden and Romania, recent scandals and legal cases have sparked debate over accountability, political bias, and the resilience of liberal democracies.

The Perspective’s latest opinion piece raises a pressing question: are democratic institutions finally pushing back — or just exposing deeper systemic flaws?

Click the link below to read the full article ⬇️
https://www.theperspective.se/2025/05/06/upf/wont-anyone-think-of-the-poor-fascists/

Can liberal ideals survive without military strength? As the EU shifts toward rearmament in response to growing global t...
29/04/2025

Can liberal ideals survive without military strength? As the EU shifts toward rearmament in response to growing global threats, its historic identity as a peace project faces serious challenges. The Perspective's latest opinion piece dives into what this shift means for the future of Europe’s values, and whether ideals like democracy and solidarity can thrive in an increasingly hard-power world. Click the link below to read the full article. ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/25/upf/normative-power-in-crisis-the-eus-global-role-in-a-realist-world/

Ukraine’s path to EU membership is moving faster than expected—but significant political, legal, and diplomatic hurdles ...
21/04/2025

Ukraine’s path to EU membership is moving faster than expected—but significant political, legal, and diplomatic hurdles remain.

This article explores Ukraine’s strategic shift toward Europe, the constitutional commitments driving its foreign policy, and the challenges posed by internal reforms and external resistance. Click the link below to read the full article! ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/15/article/ukraines-european-perspective/

Between 1960 and 1966, France conducted nuclear tests in Algeria's desert. The result? A legacy of health crises, enviro...
14/04/2025

Between 1960 and 1966, France conducted nuclear tests in Algeria's desert. The result? A legacy of health crises, environmental damage, and diplomatic tension. Decades later, the fallout still haunts the region—with no accountability from France. Read the latest Perspective article to discover the suppressed story that continues to devastate the lives of Algerians. Click the link below! ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/12/article/nuclear-testing-in-algeria-under-the-french-colonization/

Is the Russian-speaking minority in Ukraine the reason for the war—or its greatest casualty? As Putin’s propaganda machi...
11/04/2025

Is the Russian-speaking minority in Ukraine the reason for the war—or its greatest casualty? As Putin’s propaganda machine blurs fact and fiction, the latest Perspective article breaks down the real story behind language laws, identity politics, and the devastating human toll of war. Read the full article to uncover the truth behind this misunderstood aspect of the Ukraine conflict. Click the link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/08/article/the-russian-speaking-minority-in-ukraine-the-reason-for-the-ukrainian-war-or-its-greater-victim/

For decades, we have feared a world with too many people. Now, a new and quieter crisis is emerging. The latest perspect...
07/04/2025

For decades, we have feared a world with too many people. Now, a new and quieter crisis is emerging. The latest perspective article explores how global fertility decline is reshaping our future, from aging populations and shrinking workforces to school closures and strained pension systems. As more countries face population decline, the consequences could transform our societies in ways we’re only beginning to understand.

Click the link below to read the full piece and learn why the greatest demographic challenge of this century might not be overpopulation—but collapse. ⬇️
https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/04/upf/population-collapse/

From diplomatic clashes with India to deep-rooted issues of postnational citizenship, The Perspective’s latest opinion p...
02/04/2025

From diplomatic clashes with India to deep-rooted issues of postnational citizenship, The Perspective’s latest opinion piece explores how Canada’s reluctance to assert itself may be compromising its own security and identity. Click the link below to read the full article! ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/04/01/article/the-unserious-state/

Are we becoming numb to the suffering we see everyday? In a digital age flooded with constant news and images of tragedy...
31/03/2025

Are we becoming numb to the suffering we see everyday? In a digital age flooded with constant news and images of tragedy, we may be losing our ability to empathize. This opinion piece dives deep into how endless exposure to crises can lead to desensitization and compassion fatigue. Click the link below to explore how social media is reshaping our emotional responses and what we can do to stay engaged. ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/03/28/desensitization/the-cost-of-comfort-are-we-becoming-desensitized/

Since 2022, Nayib Bukele has ruled El Salvador under a state of emergency, cracking down on gangs and suspending civil l...
26/03/2025

Since 2022, Nayib Bukele has ruled El Salvador under a state of emergency, cracking down on gangs and suspending civil liberties. His harsh measures have made El Salvador dramatically safer—but at what cost? As his influence spreads across Central America, countries like Honduras and Belize are following suit. Is this the future of crime control in the region, or a dangerous slide into authoritarianism? Click the link below to read the full article! ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/03/25/article/authoritarianism-with-salvadorian-characteristics/

In a significant step towards justice, the UK has agreed to transfer the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, ending decades...
19/03/2025

In a significant step towards justice, the UK has agreed to transfer the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, ending decades of debate and territorial claims. But this decision raises pressing questions about the rights of the displaced Chagossian people and the future of the strategically important Diego Garcia military base.

What does this mean for the Chagossians, the region, and global geopolitics? Click the link below to get the full story ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/03/18/article/the-chagos-archipelago-the-last-trace-of-british-colonial-history-in-the-indian-ocean/

Is Italy’s "Security Bill" really about security, or is it a move to silence dissent? On September 18, 2024, Giorgia Mel...
17/03/2025

Is Italy’s "Security Bill" really about security, or is it a move to silence dissent? On September 18, 2024, Giorgia Meloni's government pushed through a controversial new bill that critics say could crack down on protests and limit freedoms. From harsher penalties on activists to tighter restrictions on migrants, this bill raises serious questions about the future of political expression in Italy.
Click the link below to get the full story! ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/03/14/italy/is-the-security-bill-proposed-by-giorgia-melonis-government-a-maneuver-to-repress-dissent-in-italy/

On January 19th, millions of TikTok users believed they were posting their final videos as a new law threatened to ban t...
05/03/2025

On January 19th, millions of TikTok users believed they were posting their final videos as a new law threatened to ban the app unless it separated from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance. However, in an unexpected turn, President Trump—once a strong advocate for banning TikTok—is now working to keep the app available in the U.S.

What explains this shift? Is it a matter of national security, political strategy, or broader business interests? As discussions about ownership continue, the future of TikTok remains unclear. Read the full article to find out more. Link below ⬇️

https://www.theperspective.se/2025/03/04/article/will-tiktok-survive-the-storm/

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