Impunity And Capitalism: The Afterlives Of Euro... Here

Under this framework, economic actors can cause catastrophic harm to local ecosystems and communities while remaining entirely untouchable behind layers of corporate bureaucracy and international law. ⚖️ Breaking the Cycle of Impunity

During the height of European imperialism, charter companies like the Dutch and British East India Companies operated with absolute immunity. They waged wars, extracted resources, and enslaved populations, all backed by the legal systems of their home countries. Impunity and Capitalism: The Afterlives of Euro...

on supply chains to hold parent companies liable for actions abroad. Under this framework, economic actors can cause catastrophic

The "afterlives" of empire are highly visible in the way multinational corporations interact with the Global South today. The mechanisms have changed, but the flow of wealth remains largely the same. on supply chains to hold parent companies liable

Dangerous industrial practices and waste dumping are frequently outsourced to former colonies, where regulations are weak and enforcement is compromised.