Mark Smith
Mark Smith is a former UK diplomat who recently made headlines for his allegations regarding the UK's arms export controls. After resigning from the Foreign Office, he published an article in the Guardian claiming that the UK government has manipulated findings related to arms sales, particularly in connection with Saudi Arabia and Israel, potentially crossing into complicity with war crimes. His testimony highlights a culture of silence and obstruction within the Foreign Office, where officials are reportedly pressured to suppress dissenting views on arms exports, raising significant ethical concerns about the UK's role in international conflicts.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 4 | 5.50 | 0.23% | +20% | 4,822,233 | 13,520 | $210,000 | 589$ |
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 23,431 | $1,700,000 | 1,048$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,945 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 6 | 47,857,471 | 39,896 | $1,915,100 | 1,640$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Ireland:
Mark Smith discussed the staffing challenges faced by Tusla in the special care system.
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New Zealand:
Mark Smith collaborated with Felicity Jones on a project exploring Aotearoa's botanical history.
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New Zealand:
Mark Smith is a senior economist at ASB who commented on the CPI inflation figures.
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New Zealand:
ASB senior economist Mark Smith said the cooling in net immigration inflows was a major factor contributing to the sluggish pace of consumer demand.
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New Zealand:
ASB senior economist Mark Smith said the slowing arrivals of non-New Zealand citizens and record number of departures reflected the relatively weak position of the economy.
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Canada:
Mark Smith is a member of the independent review board that examined the disaster at the Eagle Gold Mine.
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Jamaica:
Outgoing president Dr Mark Smith will serve as the immediate past president of the JTA.
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Jamaica:
Dr Mark Smith is the President of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association, advocating for better resources for special education.
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Jamaica:
Dr Mark Smith highlighted the importance of the championship in providing a rounded experience for students.
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Ireland:
Mark Smith, Tusla’s director of special care services, worked with Daniel in a high-support unit around 2006.
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