Opinion – Neutrality: The Schrödinger’s Cat of IR
The idea of a neutral relation is illogical, and hence we should stop using this term in the International Relations discourse.
Sweden’s Role in International Security Affairs: Officially Non-Aligned but Ready to Serve
Sweden’s foreign and security policy has always been characterised by high international ambitions and a strong desire to impact world affairs.
Oman: Partisan Non-Intervention
While Oman often adopts non-interventionist positions, it is an oversimplification to call it a neutral state.
From Cold War ‘Neutrality’ to the West: Finland’s Route to the European Union and NATO
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Finland was rapid in implementing its NATO option due to its historical experiences, national identity and domestic political culture.
Bamboo in the Wind: Vietnam’s Quest for Neutrality
Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, Vietnam’s foreign policy has gradually transformed from an ideologically-driven approach to a more interest-based one.
Great Power Rivalry and Israeli Selective Neutrality: ‘Walking Between the Drops’
The Israeli strategy of neutrality is part of a wider focus on maintaining productive relations with greater powers, deriving from the perception of a constant existential threat.
The Neutralities of Austria and Switzerland: Akin but Not Alike
New wars will keep shaping the understanding of what neutrality means to the Swiss and the Austrians and impact the policies of their governments.
The Resilience of Irish Neutrality
Four out of five people in Ireland have consistently supported active neutrality as the cornerstone of Irish foreign, security and defence policies.
New Book – Neutrality After 1989: New Paths in the Post-Cold War World
Using diverse case studies, this edited collection shows how the role of neutrality remains vital in understanding contemporary geopolitics and international relations.
Beyond All Historical Barriers: Swiss Neutrality in the Forefront
To understand the evolution of Swiss neutrality, it is necessary to differentiate between three dimensions of what it means to be neutral in contemporary Swiss history.
