Is a Bipolar International System Inherently More Stable Than a Multipolar One? A Critical Evaluation Abstract The debate over whether bipolarity or multipolarity yields greater international stability has been central to the study of international relations, particularly within the realist tradition. While structural realists such as Kenneth Waltz argue that bipolar systems are inherently more … Continue reading To what extent is a bipolar international system inherently more stable than a multipolar one? Critically evaluate this proposition in light of historical and theoretical perspectives.