Shahar Hameiri. Shahar is an old friend of the BD and as Professor of International Politics at the University of Queensland is in an ideal position to evaluate the Australian response and has written an excellent book “Locked Up Country. Learning the lessons from Australia’s Covid Response” (with Tom Chodor)
His presentation posited that successive Australian Governments have lost the ability to act on issues within the community and have adapted by outsourcing to the private sector for issues from planning (Involving the Big Four consulting firms), testing (Sonic Healthcare and others) and vaccine delivery. The hollowing out of the public service has left the Federal Government with few levers to pull except for the Armed Forces and Police.
Dr. Shahar Hameiri is a prominent figure in the field of political economy, renowned for his extensive research on security, development, and governance, particularly within the dynamic context of Asia and the Pacific region. With a diverse range of research interests encompassing rising powers, state transformation, non-traditional security, and regional governance, Dr. Hameiri has established himself as a leading authority in understanding the complex interplay of political and economic forces in today's globalized world.
His impressive body of work includes several influential publications that have made significant contributions to academic scholarship and policymaking. Among these, "Fractured China: How State Transformation is Shaping China's Rise" (co-authored with Dr. Lee Jones) stands out as a seminal exploration of China's evolving political and economic landscape. Additionally, his book "International Intervention and Local Politics" sheds light on the intricate dynamics of interventionism and its impact on local governance structures.
Dr. Hameiri's scholarly achievements have been further recognized through prestigious awards such as the Australian Research Council Future Fellowship, which underscores the significance of his research agenda in shaping contemporary debates on international development financing projects in Asia and the Pacific.
Educated at the Asia Research Centre, Murdoch University, where he earned his PhD, Dr. Hameiri's academic journey has been characterized by a steadfast commitment to rigorous inquiry and interdisciplinary scholarship. His work not only advances theoretical understanding but also offers practical insights for policymakers and practitioners grappling with the complex challenges of governance and security in the 21st century.
Beyond academia, Dr. Hameiri is an active participant in public discourse, leveraging social media platforms like Twitter (@ShaharHameiri) to engage with a broader audience and disseminate his research findings to policymakers, fellow scholars, and the general public.
As a respected voice in the field of political economy, Dr. Shahar Hameiri continues to shape the discourse on regional and global governance, inspiring future generations of scholars and policymakers to critically analyze the complexities of contemporary political and economic landscapes.
