'Monarchies of Extraction: The Gulf States in the Global Food System'
SOASThornhaugh Street, Russell Square
Tue 13 Oct · 17:30
About this event
In a region known for its export of oil, Monarchies of Extraction explores how the Gulf states are simultaneously defined by the importation of food. Charting the economics and politics of the Gulf through an examination of its food system, Christian Henderson demonstrates how these states constitute a distinct social metabolism. The Gulf states represent 'inverted farms', where the import of prodigious quantities of agricultural commodities has enabled these economies to overcome their lack of arable land. This phenomenon reveals the extreme imbalance of patterns of consumption and development within the food system of the Middle East and North Africa. Registration This event is free to attend, but registration is required. Seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that food and drink is not permitted in R101. Image credit: SnapSaga on Unsplash
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