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Centre for Geopolitics @camgeopolitics.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🎧 The latest episode of 'On Geopolitics, Currents' podcast is out now! Ambitious Allies: How Japan & the ROK respond to the challenge of Trump, with @jnilssonwright.bsky.social & Noah Sneider Listen now on: Apple bit.ly/4wm5Mi5 Spotify bit.ly/3QAxMPT YouTube bit.ly/4eAUi4g

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Former #ROK foreign minister Park Jin speaks @darwincollegecam.bsky.social today at 1600 on the subject of Science Diplomacy and its impact on UK-ROK relations. Details and registration here: www.ames.cam.ac.uk/events/scien...

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Science Diplomacy: How Will It Upgrade The Korea-Britain Global Strategic Partnership | Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Great fun to catch up with my old friend Makihara sensei to discuss developments in Japanese politics.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A chance to hear from an experienced and knowledgeable scholar and politician who has shaped and been closely engaged in UK—ROK bilateral relations for many years.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Very much looking forward to welcoming former Republic of Korea foreign minister Dr #ParkJin back to @Cambridge_Uni and @DarwinCollege on June 22 to talk on the subject of Science diplomacy and #UK #ROK cooperation. Register here: www.ames.cam.ac.uk/events/scien...

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Science Diplomacy: How Will It Upgrade - Dr Park Jin, CBE | Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Very much looking forward to extended discussions on Japan-Europe relations today @darwincollegecam.bsky.social www.ames.cam.ac.uk/events/ejarn...

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EJARN Conference 2026 | Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

@nicholasdwright provides compelling insights into why understanding the structure and functioning of the human brain is essential in understanding conflict. Full podcast now live. Listen on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/o...

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Currents - Conflict & Neuroscience: How The Brain Shapes War And How War Shapes The Brain, with Dr Nick Wright

Podcast Episode · On Geopolitics · 29 May · 41min

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Looking forward to this rare opportunity to hear from someone once at the heart of the North Korean regime and who now, post defection, views, Kim Jong-un from the perspective of South Korea. www.ames.cam.ac.uk/events/ra-jo...

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Ra Jong-Yil Distinguished Lecture in Korean Studies: Life in North Korea Seen from the Heart of the Regime—and the Journey to Freedom | Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/o... As #Keirstarmer’s premiership hangs in the balance, listen to what this means for #UK foreign policy with expert analysis from @RobinNiblett of #Chathamhouse

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Currents - Episode 4: British foreign policy in a disorderly World, with Sir Robin Niblett

Podcast Episode · On Geopolitics · 11 May · 48min

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Fascinating discussion with @RobinNiblett on #UK foreign policy and the leadership of #keirstarmer. Our talk covered a wide range of topics, including UK relations with the #US #China #Europe and #Asia and the different position of UK political parties. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/o...

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Currents - Episode 4: British foreign policy in a disorderly World, with Sir Robin Niblett

Podcast Episode · On Geopolitics · 11 May · 48min

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Some reflections on the historical roots of Great #Power #conflict over #Korea, persuasively analysed by Sheila Miyoshi Jager’s in her excellent book. www.globalasia.org/v21no1/book/...

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Korea’s Past as a Crucible for Rivalry

<i>The Other Great Game: The Opening of Korea and the Birth of Modern East Asia</i>, by Sheila Miyoshi Jager.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

An incredibly poignant and deeply saddening piece. Read and share. www.nytimes.com/2026/04/21/o...

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Opinion | Measles Took My Daughter. This Is What I Want Everyone to Know.

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Engelsberg Ideas @engelsbergideas.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory reflects broader global trends – a rightward shift in politics and a new, unapologetic nationalism. Japan’s new political force | @jnilssonwright.bsky.social engelsbergideas.com/notebook/jap...

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Japan's new political force

Sanae Takaichi’s decisive election victory reflects broader global trends – a rightward shift in politics and a new, unapologetic nationalism.

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The Debate - France 24 @f24debate.france24.com · 09/02/2026

🇯🇵🇺🇸 Japan is under no illusion the US has its back long-term. @jnilssonwright.bsky.social explains #SanaeTakaichi’s strategy to strengthen ties with Washington while building Japan’s defense capabilities. More in #F24Debate ➡️ f24.my/BjFR

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Darwin College, University of Cambridge @darwincollegecam.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

As Japan's newly elected prime minister Sanae Takaichi celebrates her historic victory, Darwin's @jnilssonwright.bsky.social spoke to the Today programme about how younger voters have responded to the former heavy metal drummer's new style of politics. From 49mins. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Today - 09/02/2026 - BBC Sounds

News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Michael Pollan Says Humanity Is About to Undergo a Revolutionary Change www.nytimes.com/2026/02/07/m... A wise and thought provoking piece. Damassio’s work is exceptionally relevant.

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Michael Pollan Says Humanity Is About to Undergo a Revolutionary Change

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Asahi exit polls predicts that government coalition of LDP and Ishin will secure supermajority of 310 seats plus. Very good night for #Takaichi

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Polls close in Japan in 2 minutes. Will b interesting to see if #Takaichi and #LDP and coalition partner #Ishin secure predicted landslide. 310 is magic number for supermajority

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

On January 27th, FAMES Univ of Camridge & the @camgeopolitics.bsky.social w/ Japanese partners from the Fujitsu Future Studies Center, Keio & Tokyo Universities held a discussion @darwincollegecam.bsky.social on War&Diplomacy in an Age of Disorder. It can seen here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SlS8...

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War and Diplomacy in an Age of Disorder: Options for Japan and the United Kingdom

YouTube video by Centre for Geopolitics

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Looking forward to this panel discussion as the rules based international order teeters on the edge of a catastrophic collapse www.ames.cam.ac.uk/events/war-a... www.cfg.cam.ac.uk/events/war-a...

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War and Diplomacy in an Age of Disorder: options for Japan and the United Kingdom | Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Rivetting viewing. Smith's testimony is devastating, not only for its content but also for the calm assurance with which he responds to the questioning from the committee's counsel. youtu.be/lR-bhPzQYUE?...

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Jack Smith Deposition

YouTube video by House Judiciary GOP

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

An optimistic perspective ahead of 2026. The Trump Vibe Shift Is Dead www.nytimes.com/2025/12/21/o...

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Opinion | The Trump Vibe Shift Is Dead

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Confirmation that the authoritarian turn is real, global & a challenge to the democratic present AND the progressive past. To understand this appeal, focus on the emotional unmooring of Chileans who talk of “malestar,” - or unease, unrest, malaise. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/17/o...

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Opinion | Chile’s Election Is More Than Just a Swerve to the Right

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

A provocative but productive starting point - what if feeling, or rather its subjective experiential quality, is not universal. The similarities and differences between the work of Rob Boddice and Javier Moscoso is fascinating. www.theatlantic.com/magazine/202...

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What if Our Ancestors Didn’t Feel Anything Like We Do?

The historians who want to know how our ancestors experienced love, anger, fear, and sorrow

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Trump continues to seek to corrupt the soul of America…the coarsening of values and the weakening of moral guardrails is an insidious thing. smids://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/05/opinion/trump-boat-strikes.html?smid=url-share

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Opinion | What Trump Is Really Doing With His Boat Strikes

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

A useful but sobering discussion of the state of populism in Europe and the failures of current governments to confront the challenge adequately. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/03/o...

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Opinion | They Were Supposed to Save Europe. Instead, They’re Condemning It to Horrors.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

During the 1st Trump admin, I raised at a European workshop the possibility that the US might withdraw its troops from the Korean peninsula - an idea met with deep scepticism. Now the idea seems worryingly plausible as Chungin Moon explains in this compelling piece. www.cirsd.org/en/horizons/...

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Thinking the Unthinkable | An East Asia without the U.S.? - CIRSD

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Without a doubt the most chilling account of the erosion of legal norms in Trump’s America. A full authoritarian, intimidatory assault on the rule of law in the United States. ‘It’s a Culture Now of Fear’: A Year of Chaos Inside the Justice Department www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

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60 Attorneys on the Year of Chaos Inside Trump’s Justice Department

Sixty former staffers describe an environment of suspicion and intimidation within the nation’s most powerful law enforcement agency.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

@fareedzakaria.bsky.social is right to focus on the politics of nostalgia as a powerful explanation for #populism's contemporary and historical appeal. But equally powerful is the sense of anger and the agency that this emotion provides to the disaffected. wapo.st/4orQjcD

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Opinion | The lessons Democrats need to learn to win again

Continued success for Democrats depends on drawing the right insights from this week’s elections.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

An interesting opportunity to think about Asian development from a comparative perspective from a thoughtful and experienced and distinguished sociologist.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Timothy Cho’s story is extraordinary and testimony to his courage, resilience and faith.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

New video of our recent Korea Foundation-한국국제교류재단 conference on US-Japan-ROK relations. Thanks to KF, @camgeopolitics.bsky.social @crasshlive.bsky.social , FAMES, @darwincollegecam.bsky.social @universitypress.cambridge.org sinel1: youtu.be/Q5g2aFRTmtg?... Panel2: youtu.be/T17_gZAfFQQ?...

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Alliances in Alignment: Panel 1 - Trilateralism: the Past and the Present

YouTube video by Centre for Geopolitics

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Identifying the populist phenomenon and the sharp drop in faith in #democracy is depressingly easy. Understanding the root causes of this is harder, but it is surely not merely a function of economic precariousness. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre... www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

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France is not alone in its political crisis – belief in a democratic world is vanishing | Simon Tisdall

The populist right offers a solution in the form of turning back the clock. Macron and his counterparts need to find a different answer fast, says Guardian foreign affairs commentator Simon Tisdall

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Fascinating & illuminating discussion w/all star cast of commentators from #Japan, #SouthKorea, the #USA and #Europe. Thanks to Korea Foundation for support w/ Yuichi Hosoya Jeffrey Hornung Sheila Smith G Garbagni E Howell, Giwook Shin, Akita Hiroyuki Young-kwan Yoon Chris Hughes & Kuyoun Chung

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Professor #Chunginmoon of #Yonsei university provides an illuminating perspective on #ROK-#Japan-#US #trilateralism.

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Great discussion with Steve Herman, @newsguy.bsky.social , until recently VOA’s chief national correspondent, abou the threats to press freedom, personal liberty and the Open Society in #Trump's America. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3291...

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On Geopolitics Currents - Episode 2: Trump and the Fourth Estate

YouTube video by Centre for Geopolitics

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

Corporation for Public Broadcasting Will Shut Down www.nytimes.com/2025/08/01/b... A further effort by Trump to muzzle the media. For more on this see: m.youtube.com/watch?v=3291...

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Corporation for Public Broadcasting Will Shut Down

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

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On Geopolitics Currents - Episode 2: Trump and the Fourth Estate

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John Nilsson-Wright @jnilssonwright.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

The first in our new On Geopolitics podcasts is out. With @suzanneraine.bsky.social offering her dispassionate and historically informed perspective, we talk to Nobukatsu Kanehara, one of Japan’s leading strategic thinkers.

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