Abstract. The energy community's analyses of international politics often rely on geopolitics, which prioritizes state competition for resources. Geopolitics has long been a foundational concept in understanding global power dynamics, yet in recent years, it has become marginalized in modern international relations scholarship. This essay seeks to bring back the focus on geopolitics and its importance in shaping diplomatic relations and international conflicts.
Geopolitics is the study of how geographical factors influence politics and international relations. It looks at how countries' physical locations, resources, and strategic interests shape their foreign policies and interactions with other nations. By understanding these dynamics, analysts can better predict and explain the behavior of states on the world stage.
Conspiracy theories have featured in online disinformation efforts that target elections and shape perceptions around international crises. In a world where information is easily manipulated and spread through social media, understanding the role of conspiracy theories in shaping public opinion and influencing political decisions is crucial for policymakers and scholars alike.
Abraham Accords: Treaties that opened diplomatic relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel and Bahrain in 2020. The signing of the Abraham Accords marked a significant shift in the Middle East's geopolitical landscape, bringing together former adversaries in a show of unity and cooperation.
Jack L. Snyder, the Robert and Renee Belfer Professor of International Relations in the political science department and the Saltzman Institute of War and Peace Studies, is a leading expert in the field of international relations. His research focuses on the role of ideology, nationalism, and power in shaping global conflicts and cooperation.
By Shola Osiyemi. It never ceases to amaze me how fictional works can feel so realistic. Naruto Shippuden's fourth great ninja war arc serves as a metaphor for the complex power dynamics and alliances seen in real-world international politics.
With Donald Trump now looking more and more likely to be the Republican nominee for November's presidential election, the former president's stance on international relations and diplomacy has come under scrutiny. His America First policy and confrontational approach to foreign policy have reshaped the United States' role on the global stage.
Cyber policymakers address cyber's place in international relations, their recommended readings, and ideas for improved scholar-policymaker collaboration. As cyber threats continue to evolve and pose challenges to national security, policymakers must stay informed and proactive in addressing these issues on the international stage.
While people tend to see the assistance for migrants and refugees as a form of charity, one can say it is a diplomatic issue as it has the potential to impact international relations. How countries handle migration crises can have far-reaching consequences on their relationships with other nations and their standing in the global community.
