SOAS in the Media: October 2025
Explore the highlights of SOAS experts in the media discussing key issues and topics this month. For more updates, follow our SOAS press account on BlueSky (@soaspress.bsky.social).
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New legislation on social housing in the UK
- Dr Nikita Simpson was interviewed by BBC Radio London on the introduction of Awab’s law, new legislation in the UK designed to protect social housing tenants from hazards in their homes.
Politics across the Global South
- Director of the SOAS China Institute Professor Steve Tsang spoke to The Times, discussing the rumours of political rifts in China, and demands for economic growth across the country.
- Professor Steve Tsang featured in a CNBC article on US President Donald Trump advocating for the jailed media tycoon, Jimmy Lai.
- Professor David Mosse shared comment with Indian Express on Indian businessman Narayana Murthy’s refusal to participate in Karnataka’s socio-economic and educational survey.
- Professor Dafydd Fell featured in articles by The Financial Times and Taiwan News on Cheng Li-Wun, Taiwan’s new leader of the opposition KMT party.
- Dr Chris Deacon wrote for The Diplomat Magazine, looking at relations between Japan and South Korea, under the new leadership of both each countries.
The proposed plans for peace in Gaza
- Emeritus Professor Gilbert Achcar wrote for Le Monde on the unanswered questions around the proposed peace plan and ceasefire in Gaza.
Presidential leadership in Zimbabwe
- Professor Stephen Chan, OBE featured in articles with Daily Mail and AFP on Zimbabwe’s plans to extend the leadership term of its President, Emmerson Mnangagwa.
Views on Argentina’s election
- Professor Daniela Gabor shared thoughts with The Guardian on the state of Argentina’s economic affairs, as the country’s president Javiver Milei survived recent midterm elections.
AI and education in Egypt
- Professor Arshin Adib-Moghaddam spoke to University World News, discussing the use of AI in Egypt’s education system.
Sustainability in Europe
- Dr Harald Heubaum featured with Forbes on leaders from across Europe wanting to simplify rules on sustainability, and what it means for investment and climate risks.
Celebrating cultural figures during Black History Month
- President of SOAS Zeinab Badawi in a new article with The Guardian, discussed cultural figures who offer inspiration during Black History Month.
Musical histories, and a new album release
- Professor Lucy Durán spoke on BBC World Service programme ‘The History Hour’ – surrounding historical musical studios across both Cuba and Africa.
- Dr Helen Anahita Wilson was interviewed by Music Radar on the release of her new album “Nightshade”.
