Liberalization and Globalization as “Trojan Horses”: Developing Countries and the Unequal Dynamics of the Global Order Introduction The late twentieth century witnessed the global spread of liberalization and globalization as the dominant paradigms shaping political economy and international relations. Liberalization, signifying the deregulation of state-controlled economies, and globalization, understood as the intensification of cross-border flows … Continue reading Elucidate why liberalization and globalization are often perceived by developing countries as Trojan Horses advancing the strategic and economic interests of developed states.
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How does the conception of international politics as an arena of power struggle illuminate the theoretical foundations, normative debates, and empirical dynamics of global political order?
Power Struggle and the Conception of International Politics: Theoretical, Normative, and Empirical Dimensions Introduction International politics has often been conceived as an arena of power struggle, where states and other actors pursue interests, security, and survival under conditions of anarchy. This characterization, while rooted in realist thought, has transcended disciplinary boundaries and serves as a … Continue reading How does the conception of international politics as an arena of power struggle illuminate the theoretical foundations, normative debates, and empirical dynamics of global political order?