Professor Philomena Murray

Honorary Professor and Jean Monnet Chair ad personam, School of Social and Political Sciences, Faculty of Arts; Lead Investigator, Comparative Network on Refugee Externalisation Policies, University of Melbourne

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Politics & Society

Changing the narrative on refugees

Governments and the media must stop spreading harmful narratives and negative stereotypes about those seeking refugee protection

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Politics & Society

The tectonics of the British election

It was a stunning victory for Boris Johnson and the Tories in the UK’s general election, giving the party its biggest seat haul since 1987 – but what does the result tell us about 21st Century politics?

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Politics & Society

The future of post-Brexit Britain

As the UK heads toward an election, much of the focus remains on Brexit negotiations; but there needs to be more thought given to the long term, especially when it comes to trade

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Politics & Society

Negotiating trade post-Brexit

Despite our long history with Britain, when it comes to trade Australia will show little nostalgia for the ‘old country’ on any post-Brexit deal

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Politics & Society

Academics call for an end to immigration detention

Researchers from universities around Australia are adding their voices to the groundswell of concern about the country’s treatment of refugees and asylum seekers, demanding #nomoreharm

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Q&A

Q&A: The great British Brexit

Key resignations over British Prime Minister Theresa May’s approach to Brexit has plunged the government into chaos. But what does it mean for Brexit?

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Politics & Society

Crises in the EU: What does the future hold?

The European Union is navigating multiple challenges, including large debts, high youth unemployment and rising populism

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Politics & Society

Should the EU be considered a model for ASEAN?

On the 40th anniversary of EU-ASEAN relations, rather than asking if the EU is a model for ASEAN, should we be focusing on how the EU and ASEAN might work better together?

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Politics & Society

France’s presidential campaign: A strategy of fear versus a strategy of opportunity

A clear divide is emerging in the electorate, along similar lines to Trump and Brexit

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Politics & Society

What ASEAN can learn from the Brexit vote

As member states seek to protect their national interests, the benefits of ASEAN membership must be made clearer

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