Piracy

With an increased scale of global opportunities, there is also an increase in the level of risk presented. This can range and fluctuate from interest and exchange rates to possible supply chain piracy (Lopes, 2013). With increased strategic measures, often times it involves increased levels of uncertainty. This can ultimately lead to impact on capital investments. Corporations and organizations that participate in globalized portfolios need access…

The legal external environment, related to the international and national laws, may affect the cruise industry. Cruise companies often try to avoid legal factors such as national taxes and labour laws by registering their organisation and cruise liners in foreign countries with a weak political environment, such as Panama, the Bahamas, and Liberia (Burke, 2009). This is often stated as the ‘flag of convenience’. This frequently results in employees of cruises being underpaid, mistreated and they…

Queensland was the first to abolish the death penalty in 1922 for all crimes, New South Wales was the last to abolish the penalty in 1985. New South Wales abolished the death penalty for murder in 1955, but retained the death penalty for treason and piracy until 1985. In comparison in 18th century and earlier these two major crimes were both given the same penalty (execution). This may have been due to jail crowding and not having enough room for such a disgrace of a human. Many agreed that 10 –…

From the experiences of World War II and with a view to propagate world peace and the protection of human rights, the major countries of world created the United Nations. This organization has a formidable arsenal of mechanisms, policies, and tools at its disposal to prevent international crises and protect resulting population displacements. It has been successful in many situations, including the Kosovar Conflict and the Vietnamese Boat People Crisis. In order for its interferences to be…

comparison the department of Education only spends about 71 billion dollars annually (Harris). The US does not need 800 military bases abroad to show power. We have 11 U.S. Navy carrier battle groups. A single battle group can handle terrorism and piracy. Also, a single carrier group has enough nuclear weapons in its arsenal to turn any nation of the Middle East into a radioactive wasteland (Eddlem). The US has almost 400,000 military soldiers deployed in more than 100 (Baldwin). The US would…

give him, and other penniless, average Americans the opportunity to at least attempt to make a more stable livelihood for themselves. Further into the piece, the author describes Hewes’ attempt at being a Privateer, which was essentially “legalized piracy with a share of booty for each pirate” (p. 604). Although Privateering proved “disastrous” for Hewes, he was at least given the chance to attempt something so incredibly dissimilar from his practiced method of occupation. Privateering, and war…

Introduction Singapore Arms Force laid a strong defence foundation for peace and progress in Singapore. SAF started off the 1st generation SAF which was providing basic defence for Singapore during 1960s and 2nd generation SAF which was the upgrading and modernizing of the three services in SAF (Army, Navy and Air Force). In 2004, SAF being proven that, it had been transformed into third generation force capable full-spectrum of operations. As SAF involved in in Aceh, Afghanistan, Iraq and the…

Metallica is not known for wild theatrics during their concerts but their behaviors after their concerts, as well as their professional dealings, have been a source of controversy within their career. They were the first band to sue Napster for piracy which really angered their fans. Their excessive use of drugs and alcohol, as well as their sexual promiscuity while married, also altered fan’s view of them. The drugs, alcohol and loose morals have all led to…

In the world today, the PlayStation has defined how we are allowed to play action, adventure, and even simulation games. The PlayStation is probable the one of game consoles that offers everything for both gamers and typical people. It allows users to play or watch from games, movies/shows, and even browse the internet. In order to understand how the PlayStation is so excellent, we will need to know the history of the consoles, and what makes it perform at the highest level. Overall PlayStation…

As an effect of globalization, today states are increasingly faced crimes which crossed national borders. Thus, more and extra international cooperation is an essential component of criminal investigation or prosecutions. Since criminal activities go beyond the national borders, it is clear that the international community has recognized the need for enhancing cooperation, particularly with respect to gathering evidence located outside national state borders. Officially demarcated borders…