AI: Speech delivered by Keith Anderson, Political Director of Mosquito Press, at the Seminar on the Juche Idea organised by Mosquito Press in London on 23 March 1985. The speech discusses the significance of the Juche Idea, its role as the guiding principle of world revolution, the leadership of Comrade Kim Il Sung and Comrade Kim Jong Il, the importance of independence and the role of revolutionary youth, and expresses solidarity with global anti-imperialist struggles.
Keith BennettIreland
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Draft for speech, headed as letter from Keiht Bennett to Bob Parry MP: "As reqwuested, thoughts on: Point II of Agenda: "Contradictions in the field of human rights"". AI: Memorandum from Keith Bennett to Bob Parry MP discussing international dimensions of human rights, including the role of major powers in supporting repressive regimes, economic sovereignty issues with IMF and World Bank policies, historical references to famines, and the need to democratise international relations in the context of UN dynamics and nuclear proliferation.
Keith BennettCriculated as an A4 typescript pamphlet under the title "The Juche Idea: guiding idea of world revolution". AI: A speech delivered by Keith Anderson, Political Director of Mosquito Press, discussing the global influence of the Juche Idea created by Comrade Kim Il Sung, the role of leadership and mass struggle in revolutionary movements, analysis of the miners' strike, national independence, internationalism, youth in revolution, and the need for unity among left-wing forces against imperialism.
Keith BennettSpeech delivered by Keith Anderson, Political Director of Mosquito Press, discussing the global influence of the Juche Idea, leadership in revolutionary struggles, the miners' strike, independence in revolutionary organisations, the role of youth in the revolution, and calls for unity among left wing forces. The speech highlights the leadership of Comrades Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, references international solidarity movements including the Irish Republican Movement, Indian Workers' Association, and the Bangladesh Workers' Association, and stresses the importance of independent revolutionary action against imperialism, particularly US and British imperialism.
Keith BennettThe date must be Jan-Feb 1993, but the item does not state where the speech was made; perhaps a meeting of the New Communist Party. AI: The document critiques the aftermath of Operation Desert Storm, highlighting the double standards of the United States, Britain, and allies regarding international law and UN resolutions. It discusses US and Israeli actions, UN Security Council vetoes, and contrasts military interventions globally, referencing opinions from political figures and activists on imperialism, UN bias, and geopolitical conflicts involving Iraq, Palestine, Cuba, Korea, and others.
Keith BennettSpeech addressing the Commission on National Reconciliation at the 7th Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organisation (AAPSO). The speaker focuses on national reconciliation, highlighting the Irish national liberation struggle as a key example linking Afro-Asian struggles with European social and class struggles. The speech discusses the role of the Irish Republican Movement, Sinn Fein's national consensus program, the significance of unity among political forces in Ireland, and the influence of these struggles within Britain and among Afro-Asian and Irish communities. It calls for strengthened solidarity between Afro-Asian peoples and the Irish national liberation movement to further peace, social progress, and liberation from imperialism.
Discussion on the effects of political developments in Ireland on peace movements within Britain, emphasizing the influence on Irish communities, Scottish and Welsh nationalist movements, and regional disparities under Thatcher's policies.
Discussion of the Dublin government's stance on neutrality amidst political debates in Ireland during 1988, including references to political parties and their positions on alliances with US imperialism and the concept of national reconciliation.
Discussion on AAPSO's practical role in aiding Afro-Asian regions amid imperialist developments, with examples such as the Thatcher government's nuclear policies and campaigns for Nuclear Weapon Free Zones including Ireland and the Irish Sea. Highlights the political context and factors influencing these demands.
Hugh Stephens addresses world disarmament, emphasizing the importance of nuclear-weapon-free zones as part of the global peace struggle. He references the Berlin International Meeting and stresses collaboration with the World Peace Council and relevant bodies for sharing experience in international law, treaty drafting, and strategic analysis, particularly advocating support for a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Ireland and the Irish Sea. Stephens highlights the potential role of Afro-Asian communities in Britain and proposes AAPSO provide technical backup to support these initiatives.