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Asha Bittenbender

Asha Bittenbender is a U3 student pursuing a Joint Honours degree in Political Science and English - Drama & Theatre. Originally from Alaska, she grew up in India and Poland. At McGill she has focused on conflict and peace processes in the Global South, and the role of justice in peacebuilding, especially in the post-colonial context.

Proxy Crisis? India and China Compete in Sri Lanka

Asha Bittenbender Dec 4, 2018

When the dust kicked up by this constitutional crisis settles, the new government will likely have capitalized on the threat - or promise - of Indian or Chinese influence.
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Here There Be Pirates: The Rise of Illicit Economies in Venezuela

Asha Bittenbender Oct 30, 2018

The rise of pirates off of the coast of Venezuela is evidence of the state's economic breakdown. As Venezuelans try to survive, they make use of whatever means are at hand. Are comparisons between Venezuela's and Somalia's piracy issues…
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