Political Science Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-2-2018
Journal
London Free Press
Abstract
The article by Erika Simpson discusses the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, which raises significant concerns about Saudi Arabia's human rights abuses and the broader implications for international relations. Khashoggi, who was critical of the Saudi regime, was killed while seeking papers for his marriage, with officials linked to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman implicated. The article reflects on the potential dangers faced by journalists and critics of authoritarian regimes. Simpson, who has written critically about Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and Canada’s arms deals with the kingdom, highlights the ethical dilemma of prioritizing economic gains over human rights. The piece also touches on the international community's response, including U.S. President Donald Trump's stance on maintaining arms deals with Saudi Arabia despite human rights concerns. The article calls for more transparency, courageous stands against oppression, and the importance of speaking truth to power, even in the face of potential repercussions.
Notes
First published in London Free Press