A Critical Discourse Analysis of Rishi Sunak’s First Speech as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 23038485 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Thị Quyên Phạm (Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, corresponding author), Ngoc Khanh An Nguyen (Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam), Thai Ha Anh Nguyen (Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam), Duc Kien Nguyen (0009-0000-3620-111X, Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 40 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 148-165 |
| Publication date | 2024-02-29 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | VNU Journal of Foreign Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2525-2445 • E-ISSN: 2525-2445 |
| Publisher | Vietnam National University of Languages and International Studies (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.63023/2525-2445/jfs.ulis.5196 |
| OpenAlex | W4396616365 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 2 |
This research analyzes Rishi Sunak’s first speech as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on October 25, 2022, through the lens of critical discourse analysis (CDA). Applying Norman Fairclough’s three-dimensional framework, the researchers explore Sunak’s speech in text, discourse practice, and social levels to unveil the underlying meanings and intentions behind his words. Through a micro and macro-level analysis of Sunak’s use of linguistic devices, along with investigations into the discourse practice and social context of the speech, the researchers discover Sunak’s commitment to: (1) addressing the UK’s pressing issues, prioritizing economic stability, and strengthening key policy areas; (2) acknowledging past mistakes and emphasizing a willingness to learn from them; and (3) bridging the gap between the government and the British public and uniting the country during the challenging time.
Biology · Combinatorics · Critical discourse analysis · Ideology · Indirect speech · Kingdom · Linguistics · Political science · Politics · Prime (order theory) · Prime minister · Sociology · Bangladesh Politics, Society, and Development · Jewish and Middle Eastern Studies · Law · Mathematics · Philosophy · Politics and Conflicts in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Middle East
| Highly cited | No |
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