Dr. Mathew Davies

Biography

Mathew Davies is a Senior Lecturer at the Australian National University. His current research focuses on the intersection of regional order building and human rights governance in Southeast Asia, with particular emphasis on the role of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). He seeks to examine ASEAN through the lens of socialization, investigating its efforts to diffuse human rights standards. His analytical work is characterized by detailed explorations of how ASEAN has adopted human rights standards and the challenges posed by normative contestation in the field. Davies also teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, covering topics related to human rights, regions, and international relations theory. He has led professional training courses for diplomats, aiming to enhance their understanding of human rights and regional cooperation. His qualifications include a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the London School of Economics and a PhD from the Australian National University.

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