The collapse of Israel’s main opposition party means Benjamin Netanyahu will remain Prime Minister for at least the next 18 months. A combination of deft political manoeuvring and the current pandemic paved Bibi’s way.

Narratives of isolation and self-sufficiency have arisen in attempt to curb the spread of disease. Like the Global Financial Crisis of 2008 and the migration crisis of 2015/2016, the Coronavirus pandemic is likely to feature as a catalyst in the shift towards deglobalisation.

Pacific populations have been at the forefront of natural disasters and the climate crisis for a long time. Crises are particularly detrimental to women and those of gender diversities.