Colonial Echoes
Unraveling Economic Legacies and Geopolitical Shifts in the South Pacific Islands
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12837481 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Akhilesh Chandra Prabhakar (0000-0002-1061-6509, Papua New Guinea University of Technology, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 25 |
| Issue | 1-2 |
| Pages | 236-264 |
| Publication date | 2024-09-24 |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | African and Asian Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1569-2094 • E-ISSN: 1569-2108 |
| Publisher | Brill (PUBLISHER • NL) |
| DOI | 10.1163/15692108-bja10032 |
| OpenAlex | W4402846133 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 10 |
The research delves into the intricate geopolitical dynamics underpinning the economy of the South Pacific region, focusing on attaining self-sufficiency and environmental sustainability amidst competing interests from global powers such as the United States, Australia, Japan, India, New Zealand, and China. It scrutinizes the geopolitical and geoeconomic factors influencing Pacific nations, curating data from academic papers, policy documents, media, and relevant websites. Challenges, opportunities, and concerns facing the region are discerned within historical and contemporary contexts, emphasizing the need for Pacific nations to integrate with China and India’s economies. Recommendations prioritize transparent, sustainable partnerships, advocating for alignment with Chinese and Indian economic prowess while safeguarding regional interests and values. A mixed-methods research framework is employed, upholding ethical standards and furnishing pragmatic recommendations for policymakers, international entities, and local stakeholders. Emphasizing reconciliation, community empowerment, and sustainable development, the research aims for a more equitable and resilient future. By illuminating the enduring imprint of colonialism on the region’s socio-economic trajectory and geopolitical dynamics, this study contributes to understanding and navigating the complexities of colonial legacies in the South Pacific Islands
African studies · Ancient history · Archaeology · Asian studies · China · Colonialism · Ethnology · Geography · Geopolitics · Political science · Politics · Sociology · Anthropology · History · Island Studies and Pacific Affairs · Geology · Oceanography
| Citations per year | 1 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2025 - 2025 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |