Opinion – Rethinking ‘Imperialism’ from the Perspective of International Law and Practices
The argument that Russia and China are anti-imperialist forces, while the international rule of law hinders human emancipation, is far from reality.
Opinion – Estonia’s Kaja Kallas for NATO Secretary-General?
Kallas is well positioned to lead the alliance into the next stage of what is likely to be a protracted struggle with its original adversary.
Opinion – Twitter as an Orwellian Global Editor
Twitter’s current editorial role suggests the reproduction of geopolitical power dynamics, with its increasingly visible bilateral cooperation with states and their (political) requests.
The Exploitation of Ukrainians: Additional Consequences of an Armed Conflict
The international community should continue to provide assistance to equip the Ukrainian judicial system to investigate and prosecute international crimes.
Global IR and Japan: What the Absence of the Debate Implies
It is high time to review the world historical role of Japan, given not only ongoing global conflicts and tensions but also the increasing diversity in world politics.
Opinion – Geoff Crowther or The Birth and Politics of a Hippie Worldview
With a background influenced by pacifism and May 68 socialism, Crowther had assembled a potent worldview which was filtering into the minds of travellers throughout the world.
Opinion – Poland’s Territorial Defense Forces: A Solution for Revitalizing Canada’s Reservists
Establishing a territorial defense force could help Canada reclaim its international status as it would rejoin its partners in rebuffing hybridized threats.
National Imprint in IR Theory: The Global and the Exceptional of the ‘Russian Idea’
Taking civilizational diversity seriously requires recognition that the global does not exist except as a constant interaction between various local communities.
Pluralism vs. Ultra-Nationalism: The Real Cleavage Behind Turkey’s Elections and Populism’s Rise
An uplifting takeaway from Turkey’s elections was voters’ commitment to electoral participation.
Opinion – Disappointments and Expectations in Turkey
More economic and political crises await Turkey, but these crises will not harm Erdogan if the opposition does not adopt the right policy framework.
