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This book analyses and furthers the academic debates on post-liberal peacebuilding, through a number of conceptual, theoretical and empirical research outputs. Part I includes a review of how the recent discourse on peacebuilding has evolved, and three conceptual/theoretical perspectives relevant to post-liberal peacebuilding. In particular, the editors propose the concept of bespoke peacebuilding to articulate key features of new peacebuilding models. Part II introduces five case studies that present how alternative peacebuilding models are being shaped (or can be shaped) in practice. Essential reading for scholars and students in Peace and Conflict Studies, International Relations, and International Security Studies.Chapter 8 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

In light of recent global trends and crises, including the hasty withdrawal of Western troops from Afghanistan and the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, this book sheds new light on global power shifts in multiple areas of international relations between industrialized countries and emerging powers.This book argues that "e;the global age"e; is rapidly supplanting "e;the modern age"e;, and that modernity is paving the way for globality. The events that are taking place in the 21st century can no longer be effectively described, understood or explained by the concept of modernity which originated more than 500 years ago.Further, this book challenges the academic and societal tendency to view international power-related phenomena on the basis of a dichotomy between hard and soft power. It assumes that another power source, independent of hard and soft power, does exist. Invisible, structure-manipulating, and effectively leveraged, it is precisely this "e;third power"e; that drives and shapes power phenomena in the "e;global age"e; more intensively than either hard or soft power.This book seeks to verify its core hypotheses by applying them to a set of selected global phenomena, particularly from the domains of geopolitics (Belt & Road Initiative, Iran conflict, war in Afghanistan, and competition for a new world order) and technology (Global Navigation Satellite Systems, 5G infrastructure, race for international standards, and ICT rivalry). Rather than systematically examining each of these issues, it focuses on extracting theoretical meanings from these cases to demonstrate the logic of globality and structural power, partly from global-horizontal perspectives, partly through a structural-vertical lens.

Book looking at the cultural context in which economic decisions are typically taken in the West and now, increasingly, globally. It considers how economic activity may be rendered increasingly proportionate, sustainable - and fairer - by more openly involving a spiritual dimension, whether that is Christian or drawn from other traditions.

This is the history of the institutions and individuals who have managed the global economy, from the World Monetary and Economic Conference in the wake of the Great Depression to the present, as leading nations tackle the fallout from Covid-19 and the threats of inflation, food security and climate change. Since the Second World War, organisations created at Bretton Woods - the International Monetary Fund and the International Bank of Reconstruction and Development - and afterwards - the General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development - have left an indelible mark on our contemporary world.Martin Daunton examines the swings of the pendulum over ninety years between the forces of democracy, national determination and globalization. He shows that the structures of economic government have been overwhelmingly shaped by 'first world' powers, often to the dismay of developing countries. He argues that whilst structures cannot be separated from the politics of and between the biggest economies, future global recovery rests on the reduction of inequality and that multilateral institutions are fundamental in fostering inclusive growth.

The international best-selling author explores the revolutions-past and present-that define the chaotic, polarized and unstable age in which we livePopulist rage, ideological fracture, economic and technological shocks, geopolitical dangers and an international system studded with catastrophic risk - the early decades of the 21st century may be one of the most revolutionary periods in modern history. But they are not the first. Humans have lived, and thrived, through more than one great realignment. What makes an age a revolutionary one? And how do they end?In this major new work, Fareed Zakaria masterfully investigates eras that have shattered and shaped humanity. Four such periods hold profound lessons for today. First, in seventeenth-century Netherlands a series of transformations made that tiny land the richest in thew world - and created modern politics as we know it today. The 'Glorious Revolution' in Britain showed that major political change could happen peacefully. Next, the French Revolution, a dramatic decade and a half that devoured its ideological children and left a bloody legacy that haunts us to this day. Finally, the mother of all revolutions, the Industrial Revolution, which catapulted Britain and the U.S. to global dominance and created the modern world. Against these paradigm-shifting historical eras, Zakaria describes our current situation, unpacking the four revolutions we are living through now; in globalization, technology, identity, and geopolitics.As few public intellectuals can, Zakaria combines intellectual range, deep historical insight, and uncanny prescience to reframe and illuminate a turbulent present.

This book provides answers to fundamental questions of sustainable development and international cooperation in light of irreversible globalization. Based on comprehensive research and a wealth of experience from his own political activities, the author offers an insightful analysis of the globalized economy and its political, cultural and ecological context. Presenting an objective assessment, the author diagnoses the state of affairs and formulates recipes to overcome present day challenges, such as income inequalities, climate change, demographic imbalance and the new Cold War, which overlap with the "e;black trinity"e;: populism, nationalism and authoritarianism. "e;Grzegorz Kolodko is one of the most acute observers of the international economy, based on long experience both as a practitioner and as an academic. His writings are always an important starting point for debate and discussion about the political economy of globalization."e;Francis Fukuyama, Stanford University, author of "e;The End of History"e;"e;Grzegorz Kolodko unites deep policy experience, a vast breadth of observation and a solid grip on real-world economics in his case for a new pragmatism.  For all involved in the causes of peace, justice, shared prosperity and public purpose, he is a leader and an ally."e;James K. Galbraith, The University of Texas at Austin"e;Dr. Kolodko delivers comprehensive and inspiring economic analysis, drawing on his rich historical political leadership. His probing and insightful assessment of globalization in today's and tomorrow's world is a must read."e;Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, President of Rainbow Coalition and International Civil Rights Activist 

This book will address and uncover the role of US Christian Right ¿pro-family¿ groups in mobilizing counter-movements against LGBTIQ+ human rights, reproductive justice, and sexuality education in Africa, and will intervene in the tendency to exceptionalize Africa as a ¿homophobic continent¿ following the surge in homophobic and transphobic legislation, hate speech, and violence in recent years. The author employs the lens of decoloniality in an intersectional manner to unpack the multiple forms of hierarchy and oppression that the concept of the nuclear family has historically worked to naturalize in the interests of capitalism, Christo-normativity, and a world system dominated and controlled by the global north. Proceeding from the historical geopolitical context informing nuclear family idealization, the analysis then presents a critical discussion of contemporary pro-family discourses, showing that pro-family narratives that universalize and politicize the notion of ¿family¿ arenot only constituting agendas that erode LGBTIQ+ and reproductive justice, but reinforce an international order that privileges Euro-American interests despite pro-family claims that their agendas are anti-imperialist. This book will be of interest to scholars in gender, sexuality, and queer studies; postcolonial studies; and international relations.

How do international students and alumni contribute to development in their countries of origin? Is the development effect greatest when students return to their countries of origin directly after completing their studies and become involved locally there, or can they also support the development of their country of origin if they remain abroad after their studies and contribute their knowledge and capital to the development process of their country of origin via transnational networks? Specifically, this question is examined in this publication using the example of the scholarship and alumni work of the Catholic Academic Alien Service (KAAD) in five countries of different developing regions: Georgia, Ghana, Indonesia, Colombia and Palestine.

"In this remarkably assured and sweeping history of the present, Bevins introduces us to the activists, hackers, punks, martyrs, and the millions of ordinary people whose small acts of bravery spurred the mass protests of the last decade. Bevins's clear-eyed, sympathetic account of the unfulfilled promise of these protests leaves his reader with a bold vision of the future-one in which his book's lessons are used to transform an uprising into a true revolution."-MERVE EMRE, critic for the New Yorker"This is a wondrous work of mystery writing, an effort to solve the riddle: Why has a decade of large-scale rolling revolts produced no revolution, no significant structural reform? I can't think of any journalist other than Bevins who would dare to ask such a question, or be capable of weaving together seemingly discrete global events into a stunning history of now."-GREG GRANDIN, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The End of the Myth"Ambitious, diligently researched, and provocative, If We Burn will transform the way you think. Bevins' detailed, comparative reporting offers a riveting look at the contradictions, unexpected consequences, and lessons of mass protests."-ALEXA HAGERTY, author of Still Life with Bones "This book is phenomenal. A thrilling, blow by blow (and often live on-the-ground) analysis of how the various people-led movements and revolutions over the last decade succeeded or failed. Incalculably useful to anyone who'd like to make substantive, enduring changes to their town, country or even the world. I cannot think of a book that so soberly and forensically analysed the very recent past. If We Burn is about as good as journalism gets." -ROB DELANEY, author of A Heart That Works

This book critically analyzes the current historical conjuncture of neoliberal capitalism with an eye to its emergent alternatives. Can democracy and capitalism thrive together? Is socialism a viable and a desirable alternative? What are the forms of emancipatory action and critical thought that can effectively chart a way forward?Focusing on nine "e;critical debates"e; it provides a uniquely comprehensive overview of the tensions, contradictions, and latent emancipatory potential of contemporary global capitalism. The specific debates are as follows: capitalism's relationship with democracy; privatization and governance of the commons; the financialization of capitalism; technology and the future of work; varieties of neoliberal capitalism; cosmopolitanism, international development, and human rights; feminist theory and social solidarity; sustainability and climate change; and theories of capitalist crisis.

Elizabeth Ingleson explores the roots of bilateral trade between the United States and China. Telling the story of the 1970s US activists and entrepreneurs who pressed for access to China's vast labor market, Ingleson shows how not just Chinese reform but also US deindustrialization fueled a dramatic, unanticipated shift in global capitalism.

Nunca había sido tan económico y rentable moverte, viajar y aprovechar oportunidades extranjeras.Internet ha cambiado las normas del juego y ahora es la falta de información el mayor obstáculo para una LIBERTAD INTERNACIONAL.Por esto tienes esta guía: para que aprendas cómo funciona el mundo, cuáles son los mejores países para emprender y para vivir feliz. En este libro descubrirás datos útiles y curiosos que ampliarán tus horizontes.Los países que ya no tendrán SECRETOS para ti son:Portugal.Rumanía.Reino Unido.Andorra.Malta.Chipre.Jersey.Estonia.Georgia.Irlanda.Isla de Man.Nicaragua.Panamá.Paraguay.Islas Caimán.Islas Vírgenes Británicas.Jamaica.Costa Rica.Curazao.Bahamas.Barbados.Bermudas.Chile.México.Uruguay.República Dominicana.Argentina.Guatemala.Malasia.Emiratos Árabes Unidos.Hong Kong.Filipinas.Singapur.Tailandia.Seychelles.¡Hazte ya con tu copia y elimina cualquier frontera!

The Policy Actions for COVID-19 Economic Recovery (PACER) Dialogues was launched in June 2020 as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic accelerated around the world.The PACER Dialogues share cutting-edge knowledge and best practices to help countries in Southeast Asia and the People's Republic of China strengthen cooperation to mitigate the devastating effects of COVID-19 and accelerate their economic recovery. This second compendium of nine policy briefs summarizes the discussions, recommendations, and actionable insights from the PACER Dialogues held from February 2021 to July 2022.

A bold new account of the state of globalization today—and what its collapse might mean for the world economy

A remedy for the gap between micro and macro data, making measures of inequality and national income consistent with each otherIncreasing inequality, the impact of globalization, and the disparate effects of financial regulation and innovation are extraordinarily important topics that fuel spirited policy debates. And yet the facts underlying these debates are of doubtful accuracy. In reality, as Archawa Paweenawat and Robert Townsend show in Inequality and Globalization, there is a large gap between micro household surveys, which measure key outcomes such as inequality, and aggregated financial accounts, which measure macroeconomic totals and growth. Paweenawat and Townsend propose a remedy: integrated financial accounts, in which the flows in income statements, including saving and investment, are consistent with the changes in financial assets and liabilities in the balance sheet at micro and macro levels. None of the leading US micro household surveys or macro accounts meets this criterion.Drawing on extensive data from fieldwork in Thailand, Paweenawat and Townsend show how consistent integrated financial accounts at the individual household and small enterprise level can be created using household and firm survey data. Aggregated to the village level, these accounts can link anecdotal stories of individual households to their financial accounts, document the real impact on them from growth, and assess what would have happened to them if trade and financial liberalization had not been allowed. Paweenawat and Townsend then describe the next logical step: creating integrated financial accounts for the United States, working from the ground up and the top down. Only with these integrated accounts will policy debates on inequality and globalization have a solid factual basis.

Unravel the Threads of Our Interwoven Existence: A Journey Through the Labyrinth of GlobalizationEmbark on a riveting exploration of the intricate tapestry of our interconnected world with Our Connected World: An In-depth Examination of Globalization. This comprehensive guide delves into the multifaceted phenomenon of globalization, tracing its roots, examining its impact, and contemplating its future.Begin your journey with a clear definition of globalization, followed by a historical overview that takes you from the ancient and medieval periods, through the age of discovery, the industrial revolution, and into the 20th century. Each era is meticulously dissected, revealing the complex interplay of forces that have shaped our world.Discover the forces of globalization that have been the catalysts of change. Understand how technological advances, economic drivers, political factors, and social and cultural elements have intertwined to propel us into an era of unprecedented connectivity.Witness the impact of globalization on the global economy, politics, environment, and society. From the bustling markets of North America to the emerging economies of Africa, the book offers a panoramic view of globalization's effects across different regions. It further scrutinizes its influence on developed, developing, and least developed countries, providing a balanced perspective on the benefits and challenges.Gain insights into the key institutions that have been instrumental in shaping globalization. Learn about the roles of the United Nations, the World Bank, the IMF, the World Trade Organization, and various regional trading blocs and economic unions.Explore the 21st-century facets of globalization, including digital globalization, the impact of pandemics, and the pressing issue of climate change. The book also presents thoughtful critiques of globalization, addressing economic, social, cultural, and environmental concerns.Finally, gaze into the crystal ball to envision the future of globalization. The book presents potential scenarios, influencing factors, and the implications for the future of work. It concludes with valuable lessons learned and final reflections, leaving you with a profound understanding of our interconnected world.Whether you're a student, a scholar, or a curious reader, Our Connected World: An In-depth Examination of Globalization is an indispensable resource that will enlighten, challenge, and inspire you. It's more than a book-it's a journey into the heart of our shared existence.

This innovative volume provides insight into the vast changes in societies now and in the near future, and highlights the need for a new sociological approach to analyse these changes. It particularly reviews and critiques existing theories of globalization and analyses how global changes affect all subsystems of social membership systems: the scientific, academic, legal and political systems. The authors propose a new theoretical paradigm in sociology to analyse this ¿next society¿. The book studies emergent communication structures between these systems and looks at the concept of membership as a new research area in the study of the next society. In this context, it particularly assesses the problems of further modernization of Chinese society, and the directions of this modernization.This book is of interest to researchers and students of social theory, globalization studies, theory of evolution, and those studying modern Chinese society.

Globalization is an irresistible force. Given the high stakes at hand - for stability, continued growth, and the future of our planet - it is more important than ever that China gain a deeper understanding of the rest of the world, and that the rest of the world also comes to a clearer understanding of China.This book focuses on globalization and China's evolving role in the world, offering unique perspectives on a remarkable period, which saw the global landscape reshaped by China's continued rise, intensifying great power competition, and a deadly pandemic. The essays center on three interconnected themes - China's remarkable development under the Reform and Opening-up policy, China's deepening integration into the global economy and rise in a multipolar world, and the quest to reinvigorate global governance and multilateralism to address the pressing global challenges of the 21st century.These insights are useful for academics, policymakers, students, and anyone trying to deepen their understanding of China's development and role in making globalization work for our multipolar world.

In an ever-changing world, where the consequences of our actions ripple across borders, addressing global challenges has become imperative. Are you ready to embark on a thought-provoking journey that unravels the intricate interplay of climate change, rising powers, and the future? Look no further than "Global Challenges: Climate Change, Rising Powers, and the Future," a groundbreaking book that illuminates the complexities of our global landscape and offers insights into shaping a sustainable and cooperative future.Delve into the captivating pages of this comprehensive guide and discover the far-reaching impacts of climate change. Explore the scientific evidence behind this existential threat and understand its implications for our environment, economies, and societies. Witness the urgent need for international cooperation and global governance as we confront this immense challenge head-on.But climate change is just the beginning. Prepare to be captivated by the rise of new powers that are reshaping the global order. With a focus on India, Brazil, and Turkey, you'll uncover the political, economic, and social dynamics propelling these nations towards the center stage of global affairs. Gain valuable insights into their growing influence, their struggles with democratic governance, and their unique roles in regional and international relations.As you navigate through the chapters, you'll witness the transformative power of energy policies and the transition towards a sustainable future. Uncover the complexities of our global energy landscape, the potential of renewable energy sources, and the challenges associated with fossil fuel dependency. Explore the role of international cooperation in shaping energy policies and driving collective action towards a greener and more prosperous world.But it doesn't stop there. Brace yourself for a glimpse into the future. Discover the technological advancements and disruptive innovations that will shape our societies and economies. Peer into the shifting global order and the redistribution of power, and explore the complexities of migration and the refugee crisis. Witness the rise of social movements and activism, and explore their impact on the 21st-century world.As you reach the conclusion, you'll be equipped with a comprehensive understanding of the key insights on global challenges. Reflect on the crucial role of individuals, governments, and the international community in charting a sustainable and cooperative path forward. Be inspired by the call to action that resonates throughout the book, urging you to be an agent of change and contribute to a better future."Global Challenges: Climate Change, Rising Powers, and the Future" is an indispensable resource for scholars, policymakers, and curious minds alike. Its engaging narrative, well-researched content, and thought-provoking analysis will challenge your perspectives, ignite your passion for change, and empower you to shape a world that thrives amidst global challenges.Are you ready to join the movement? The future is calling.

This book argues that the lack of adequate theories of contemporary capitalism is due to the increasing separation of the sub-disciplines of Comparative and International Political Economy. Theorizing only takes place in one of the two over-specialized sub-disciplines of Political Economy, thereby leading to a neglect of the interplay between national and international dimensions of capitalism. The author seeks to rectify this gap by developing a theory of Second Image IPE. Based on the ¿second image¿ notion developed by Kenneth Waltz, he furthers the classical theoretical approaches as developed by Peter Gourevitch and Peter Katzenstein. For this purpose, he incorporates recent analytical developments in Comparative Capitalism and Growth Model analysis. The book demonstrates the usefulness of Second Image IPE theory by studying the major empirical topics of Global Political Economy, including security, finance, regional integration, trade, production and global order.

Against the current historical context that, the United States is in the process of forging and implementing a grand Indo-Pacific strategy, and that the U.S. has shown its intention to align its strategies toward other regions of the world with its strategic interest in Asia together, this study aims to explore and analyse the critical factors, issues, and mechanisms which would most likely be able to affect the relations among major powers and entities in Europe as well as in the Indo-Pacific region, and to see how possibly the main actors in these two regions could jointly shape a different model of global order, based on their management of and involvements in the core issues identified in this project. The next ten to twenty years will likely be a critical period to see whether a different global system from the current one can be forged, and what it might look like.After the world entering the 21st century, a series of incidents happened during the first decade of the new century in the western world such as the terrorist attacks and the global financial crises, as well as the expanded repercussions in the aftermath of these incidents, against the backdrop of the relatively stable economic and security situation in Asia over the same period, precipitated the U.S. strategic shift from other parts of the world to Asia, which led to the framing and implementation of the U.S. "Pivot to Asia" strategy, and further of the Indo-Pacific strategy.This book is written to those who strive to make a just and better world....

Advocating for a more welcoming world involves respecting the human dignity and fundamental rights of all individuals, regardless of their place of origin or immigration status. This perspective offers a powerful insight into the dynamics of social justice across borders.

Threads of globalization is the first collection to examine the interplay of gender, textiles, fashion, labour, and heritage across Asia. It features chapters on India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, the Philippines, China, Taiwan, Japan, and the Asian diaspora throughout the long twentieth century. This richly illustrated interdisciplinary volume situates fashion, including specific garments, motifs, materials, and methods of production, at the nexus of modernity, tradition, and identity, bringing these factors into Pan-Asian dialogue. Exploring the impact of textiles and garments on both national and local cultural identity, as well as gender identity and personal expression, Threads of globalization also investigates how garment and textile production has influenced women's creative agency. The final section of the book examines examples of 'artivism' (art+activism) that critique the often-gendered structural violence and environmental impacts of the global fashion industry. Threads of globalization's uniquely interdisciplinary contributors - scholars of art history, history, fashion, anthropology, and curators working across Asia - provide a fresh and timely inquiry into these intersectional topics from the late nineteenth century to today.