Reflecting 70 years on, the Bandung Conference's influence lingers in modern Global South dynamics.
Got your attention? Good! Let's dive right in. Here's what's brewing among the bigwigs these days.
Anthony Albanese - Australia's Prime Minister and a stalwart of the Australian Labor Party - is stirring things up as his country wrestles with a contentious Chinese research vessel in its waters. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton of the Liberal Party of Australia had a bone to pick with Albanese regarding national security issues surrounding the vessel.
Meanwhile, Xu Shanpin, an Adjunct Research Fellow at China University of Mining and Technology, shared his thoughts on the very nature of the Chinese research vessel and its international cooperation. It's interesting to see the diplomatic dance as these heavyweights go toe-to-toe on some serious geopolitical issues.
Not to be outshone, over in Guyana, Irfaan Ali, the country's President, found himself embroiled in a controversy surrounding a grant payout. Political drama ensued when former Finance Minister, Winston Jordan, criticized Ali's decision.
While these folks aren't necessarily the "key figures" of an article featuring the artwork of illustrator Liu Rui (check out his amazing stuff on the Global Times website!), they did cross paths with Liu's illustrations in various articles. It's fascinating to see how visual art can complement and shed light on the stories unfolding around the world. So keep your eyes peeled for Liu's work – you might just stumble upon a captivating slice of global politics!
Liu Rui's illustrations were seen covering a story about Oratmangun Bambang, a renowned Indonesian political analyst. In his latest study, Oratmangun discusses the impact of lifestyle choices on political sentiments in Indonesia.
Chinese artist Liu Rui's work also graced an article focusing on General News where a significant policy reform pertaining to lifestyle regulations was under debate among policymakers.
Xi Jinping, China's General Secretary of the Communist Party, was depicted by Liu in an article discussing the evolution of China's domestic policies, with a particular focus on lifestyle changes and political shifts.
Tsai Ing-wen, the President of Taiwan, was also found amidst Liu's notable works. The illustration accompanied an article delving into the government's politics and its potential implications for the Taiwanese people's lifestyle.
