Compatangelo, Erika (2023) Understanding ASEAN's Response to Climate-Induced Human (Im)mobility through a Postcolonial Lens. Master thesis, Cultural Geography - Climate Adaptation Governance (CAG).
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Abstract
Climate change has emerged as a paramount crisis with profound implications for human mobility and decision-making processes. The intricate interplay of climate-induced migration with political, economic, and social dynamics has reshaped historical patterns, particularly in vulnerable regions like Southeast Asia. This paper aims to understand how Southeast Asia's historical experiences with colonization influence its response to non-traditional security threats, focusing on climate-induced human mobility. While the securitization discourse has gained attention, the role of postcolonial contexts in shaping Southeast Asia's climate migration strategies remains underexplored. This research investigates the nexus between historical legacies and contemporary responses, uncovering how colonial influences shape the region's approach to challenges posed by climate change. The study addresses an overarching research question and three sub-questions through a case study of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). By analyzing policy documents, language use, and the presence of principles like non-interference and state sovereignty, the research provides insights into how ASEAN balances human and state security while addressing climate-induced mobility challenges. Through nuanced analysis, this study contributes to understanding the factors shaping Southeast Asia's climate mobility response and its implications for regional security.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Master) |
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| Name supervisor: | Mc Dermott, R.P. and Muldoon, M.L. |
| Date Deposited: | 12 Sep 2023 11:16 |
| Last Modified: | 12 Sep 2023 11:16 |
| URI: | https://campus-fryslan.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/380 |
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