A collection of personal pieces and articles I wrote for The KAIST Herald. More coming soon :)
This article highlights the harsh realities faced by domestic workers in the Middle East, including isolation, abuse, unpaid wages, and even death. The Kafala system, which ties workers' legal status to their employers, enables exploitation and denies basic rights. Deceptive recruitment practices and limited job opportunities further exacerbate the vulnerability of these workers. The article emphasizes the urgent need for change and calls for action to address these issues and protect the rights of domestic workers. Click here to read more.Â
Written in December 2021, this article explores the impact of social media on information propagation and the vulnerabilities it creates. It highlights how governments and cyber troops exploit these vulnerabilities to disseminate propaganda and influence public opinion. To read more, click here.
The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar was surrounded by controversies. Find out why the incident has generated a lot of discussion, including issues around how migrant workers are treated, conflicting statistics, official replies, and lingering questions related to this international spectacle. What were the discussions about the "human cost" associated with the beautiful game. To read more, click here.
Written during the height of the COVID pandemic, this article discussed vaccine fairness. "While the world is getting vaccinated at a pace never seen before, there is a huge gap between vaccination levels in wealthy and poorer countries. While the speed of development and quality are lauded, the COVID-19 vaccine development cannot be labeled a global success story until a fair and efficient vaccine production and distribution scheme is developed. In this Spotlight, we discuss the current shortcomings of vaccine distribution around the world."
[Written in September 2021] "The War in Afghanistan is now over, with American forces concluding their withdrawal this past month. Just a few weeks prior, the Taliban had taken control of the capital Kabul as President Ghani fled the country." This article discusses the historical background and key takeaways from the war that spanned two decades.
[More articles coming]