Dynamics of international relations : conflict and mutual gain in an era of global interdependence
This volume is grounded in theory and history, offering three basic perspectives on international relations, which are tested against recurrent cases of conflict and co-operation issues in world affairs. It includes case studies, broad empirical surveys and role-playing simulations.
Print Book, English, 2003
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham, Maryland, 2003
XXV, 646 p. : il
9780742528215, 0742528219
932512551
Part 1: hard realities, high ideals and global interdependence; is IR winner-take-all? can it be mutual gain?; how to win at peace; creating new world orders; foreign policy decision making - do individuals count?; why wage war? does it pay to fight?; power and influence - what wins?. Part 2: From anarchy, order?; arms and arms control - can swords become plowshares?; negotiating conflict - how can foes become partners; what unites and divides humanity? nationalism and faith; mediating conflict - can outsiders help?. Part 3: international political economy; democracy and authoritarianism - what impact on peace and prosperity?; international political economy - top down or bottom up?; challenges of development - south meets north, east meets east. Part 4: building a better world; ecopolitics; the health of nations; international organizations; the United Nations, Europe and nonstate actors; international law and human rights - sham or revolution; alternative futures - lessons from the past.