Development and Geopolitics in East Asia
Whilst the developmental state approach contributed to economic growth in South Korea, it cannot provide a model that can be applied elsewhere.
Mechanisms Through which Involuntary Minorities are Socially, Economically and Politically Excluded
In order to discuss the mechanisms through which involuntary minorities are socially, economically and politically excluded primarily I am going to define the meaning of the term ‘involuntary minority’. Following this, a brief identification of the main direct and indirect mechanisms clarifies the direction of the discussion. To examine the mechanisms used I have selected three examples of involuntary minorities to focus on; Palestinians in Israel, black Americans in the U.S. and refugees/asylum seekers in Britain.
1946: A Year of Ideological Preconceptions
The view that the Truman administration took in the lead up to, and during, the critical year of 1946 consequently affected the government’s actions when dealing with the Soviet Union.
Britain’s foreign policy toward China 1997-2001
Economic engagement with China serves Britain’s commercial interests while it also allows the UK government to put human rights at the heart of British foreign policy toward China. Through economic interdependence and participation in international organizations, the United Kingdom and China have mutual interests in maintaining a strong partnership. The development of a successful partnership can be brought about as the United Kingdom pursues a policy of economic engagement.
The British Invasion of Egypt, 1882
Liberal fire-brand William Gladstone launched his election campaign to become British Prime Minister in 1880 during what was being described by contemporaries as the ‘Great Depression’. The ‘People’s William’ was elected primarily on the back of his promise to reverse the Conservative Party’s jingoistic, imperialist foreign policy under Benjamin Disraeli’s tenure.
How Dominant is the President in Foreign Policy Decision Making?
While there are many organizations in the U.S. government that can influence foreign policy, when focusing on foreign policy decision making, the president is, for the most part, the dominant actor.
Globalization Does Not Entail the Weakening of the Liberal State
The importance of national governments in formulating social and economic programmes is not necessarily undermined by the global market.
The War on Terror and the Crisis in Pakistan
How ironic it would be if the most direct consequence of the “war on terror” was the overthrow of a government by Muslim extremists and the destabilization of a nuclear-armed country. With the Taliban gaining full control of the Swat Valley in Pakistan last February and advancing to within 60 miles of Islamabad just a few months ago – moving much faster and over a wider area than in any of their previous incursions – such a catastrophe seems to be looming just over the horizon.
Migration in the European Union: Mirroring American and Australian Policies
The European Union has abandoned its perceived humanitarian values to pursue a ‘state security’ ideology. The result? New policies make refugees increasingly unwelcome.
The Future Challenges Facing Europe as a Global Actor
Geopolitical developments and changes to the international system constitute the major challenges facing the European Union in the future.
