Ideology as a Constitutive Element of Foreign Policy Identity or a Subordinate Instrument of Power and National Interest? A Critical Evaluation Introduction The relationship between ideology and foreign policy constitutes one of the most enduring debates in the study of international relations and foreign policy analysis. At its core lies a fundamental question: Do states … Continue reading Can ideology be regarded as a constitutive element of foreign policy identity, or is it ultimately subordinate to considerations of power and national interest? Critically evaluate.