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Papers by Ash Osman

The age of technological revolution poses many inquiries; around these are concerns regarding glo... more The age of technological revolution poses many inquiries; around these are concerns regarding globalisation, There are observed anxieties that globalisation takes away the identity of the modern Nation-state, devastating local cultures and societies whilst imposing a set of western ideals upon non-western countries. This article aims to examine the fallacies and observations concerning the impact of globalisation.

There are different theories addressing the far reaching effects of globalisation on the Nation-state and the dilution of its sovereignty. The reality is that even with the current vacillations of the international economies, integration of worldwide markets, influence of technology and development of consciousness, globalisation continues to move forward, expand and deepen its influential effect.

Collective and conflicting interests fall within the bounds of international law, both work towards the accomplishment of a "New World Order".

Ultimately globalisation works to the benefit of all, as it seeks to establish methods in order to limit risks. If this is not achieved, National Administrations may regress back to financial elitism, isolationism and trade protectionism, as is the nature of the international climate. Globalisation is a permanent trend, however it does has distinctive implications for every facet.

Comparative method over the past few years has been subject to several important inquiries. These... more Comparative method over the past few years has been subject to several important inquiries. These include notable efforts to clarify the standard meaning of the term ‘comparative method’ as well as the innovation and development of most different systems design with regard to the most similar systems design.
Do controlled comparisons still have a place in comparative politics? Long criticized by quantitative oriented methods, this canonical approach has increasingly been criticised by qualitative methodologists who support greater focus on case-study analysis and the scope of causal explanations to particular cases. Such advice corresponds with a welcome shift from a combative “tale of two cultures” toward mutual respect for research combining qualitative and quantitative methods in the simultaneous pursuit of internal and external validity.

The Yom Kippur or Ramadan war of 1973 staged between Egypt & Syria against Israel, is a significa... more The Yom Kippur or Ramadan war of 1973 staged between Egypt & Syria against Israel, is a significant event which took place in the 70’s, the event reshaped the geo-political climate of the middle east region. The 1973 conflict is best understood as a by-product of the 6-day war between Arab Nations against Israel, in which the Arab forces suffered a devastating defeat, as well as the 1970 War of Attrition.
The Arab-Israeli conflict is complex multi-layered, contrary to popular belief is not centred on the Palestinian Struggle for Self-determination. This Struggle is in fact misrepresented and often used as a political means of promoting self-interests of regional actors.
To accurately understand the and assuage the multi-layered conflict – each situation needs to be broken down into the sum total parts of foreign policies implemented as well as behaviour of actors involved – rational logic is not always applicable when interpreting foreign policy as will be argued below

South Africa’s voting behaviour on the UN Security Council should not be summed up as that of a r... more South Africa’s voting behaviour on the UN Security Council should not be summed up as that of a rogue state supporting Council dissidents against the large nations and alliances.

South African voting behaviour on the Security Council during its first tenure has consistently displayed its adherence to a principled rules based system. A system that does conform to the original mandate of organisational process. In its role on the Security Council, South Africa adhered to an honour-based system and sought not to undermine the mandate of other organs of the UN.

In both tenures on the council 2007-2008 and 2011-2012, South African voting behaviour advocated the principals of multilateralism that aims to avoid unilateralist engagement – an action chosen by few to influence the many.

The age of technological revolution poses many inquiries; around these are concerns regarding glo... more The age of technological revolution poses many inquiries; around these are concerns regarding globalisation, There are observed anxieties that globalisation takes away the identity of the modern Nation-state, devastating local cultures and societies whilst imposing a set of western ideals upon non-western countries. This article aims to examine the fallacies and observations concerning the impact of globalisation.

There are different theories addressing the far reaching effects of globalisation on the Nation-state and the dilution of its sovereignty. The reality is that even with the current vacillations of the international economies, integration of worldwide markets, influence of technology and development of consciousness, globalisation continues to move forward, expand and deepen its influential effect.

Collective and conflicting interests fall within the bounds of international law, both work towards the accomplishment of a "New World Order".

Ultimately globalisation works to the benefit of all, as it seeks to establish methods in order to limit risks. If this is not achieved, National Administrations may regress back to financial elitism, isolationism and trade protectionism, as is the nature of the international climate. Globalisation is a permanent trend, however it does has distinctive implications for every facet.

Comparative method over the past few years has been subject to several important inquiries. These... more Comparative method over the past few years has been subject to several important inquiries. These include notable efforts to clarify the standard meaning of the term ‘comparative method’ as well as the innovation and development of most different systems design with regard to the most similar systems design.
Do controlled comparisons still have a place in comparative politics? Long criticized by quantitative oriented methods, this canonical approach has increasingly been criticised by qualitative methodologists who support greater focus on case-study analysis and the scope of causal explanations to particular cases. Such advice corresponds with a welcome shift from a combative “tale of two cultures” toward mutual respect for research combining qualitative and quantitative methods in the simultaneous pursuit of internal and external validity.

The Yom Kippur or Ramadan war of 1973 staged between Egypt & Syria against Israel, is a significa... more The Yom Kippur or Ramadan war of 1973 staged between Egypt & Syria against Israel, is a significant event which took place in the 70’s, the event reshaped the geo-political climate of the middle east region. The 1973 conflict is best understood as a by-product of the 6-day war between Arab Nations against Israel, in which the Arab forces suffered a devastating defeat, as well as the 1970 War of Attrition.
The Arab-Israeli conflict is complex multi-layered, contrary to popular belief is not centred on the Palestinian Struggle for Self-determination. This Struggle is in fact misrepresented and often used as a political means of promoting self-interests of regional actors.
To accurately understand the and assuage the multi-layered conflict – each situation needs to be broken down into the sum total parts of foreign policies implemented as well as behaviour of actors involved – rational logic is not always applicable when interpreting foreign policy as will be argued below

South Africa’s voting behaviour on the UN Security Council should not be summed up as that of a r... more South Africa’s voting behaviour on the UN Security Council should not be summed up as that of a rogue state supporting Council dissidents against the large nations and alliances.

South African voting behaviour on the Security Council during its first tenure has consistently displayed its adherence to a principled rules based system. A system that does conform to the original mandate of organisational process. In its role on the Security Council, South Africa adhered to an honour-based system and sought not to undermine the mandate of other organs of the UN.

In both tenures on the council 2007-2008 and 2011-2012, South African voting behaviour advocated the principals of multilateralism that aims to avoid unilateralist engagement – an action chosen by few to influence the many.