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Theorizing Southeast Asian Relations

Author : Amitav Acharya,Richard Stubbs
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317968146

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Theorizing Southeast Asian Relations by Amitav Acharya,Richard Stubbs Pdf

The recent proliferation of theories of international relations has transformed analyses of Southeast Asia’s international affairs. A new generation of scholars has promoted a lively and illuminating debate which has seen the traditional realist/ neorealist approach, which continues to hold centre stage, challenged by constructivist analyses. In turn, constructivists have found themselves under fire from an array of competing approaches. This collection engages this emerging debate. It underscores the point that Southeast Asia is now an important site for applying new theories of international relations. It also demonstrates that theoretical frameworks originally developed in North America and Europe have to be adapted to the specific circumstances found in places like Southeast Asia and that this process can enrich theory building. The chapters in this book focus on the realist/neorealist, constructivist, English School and critical approaches. The resulting debate helps to shed light on ways of analysing Southeast Asian relations as well as on the evolution of these key theoretical frameworks. This book was published as a special issue of The Pacific Review.

International Relations Theory and the Asia-Pacific

Author : G. John Ikenberry,Michael Mastanduno
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 9780231125918

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International Relations Theory and the Asia-Pacific by G. John Ikenberry,Michael Mastanduno Pdf

Looking at approaches to understanding the interactions among three critical players, China, Japan and the United States, the authors of this text show that understanding the effects of cultural divides between Asian and American policymakers is crucial to building effective policies in the future.

Non-Western International Relations Theory

Author : Amitav Acharya,Barry Buzan
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2009-12-22
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135174033

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Non-Western International Relations Theory by Amitav Acharya,Barry Buzan Pdf

Given that the world has moved well beyond the period of Western colonialism, and clearly into a durable period in which non-Western cultures have gained their political autonomy, it is long past time that non-Western voices had a higher profile in debates about international relations, not just as disciples of Western schools of thought, but as inventors of their own approaches. Western IR theory has had the advantage of being the first in the field, and has developed many valuable insights, but few would defend the position that it captures everything we need to know about world politics. In this book, Acharya and Buzan introduce non-Western IR traditions to a Western IR audience, and challenge the dominance of Western theory. An international team of experts reinforce existing criticisms that IR theory is Western-focused and therefore misrepresents and misunderstands much of world history by introducing the reader to non-Western traditions, literature and histories relevant to how IR is conceptualised. Including case studies on Chinese, Japanese, South Korean, Southeast Asian, Indian and Islamic IR this book redresses the imbalance and opens up a cross-cultural comparative perspective on how and why thinking about IR has developed in the way it has. As such, it will be invaluable reading for both Western and Asian audiences interested in international relations theory.

Southeast Asia in Political Science

Author : Erik Martinez Kuhonta,Dan Slater,Tuong Vu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : History
ISBN : STANFORD:36105210541673

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Southeast Asia in Political Science by Erik Martinez Kuhonta,Dan Slater,Tuong Vu Pdf

This book provides a state-of-the-art review of Southeast Asian political studies through a dialogue involving theoretical analysis, area studies, and qualitative methodology.

International Relations as a Discipline in Thailand

Author : Chanintira na Thalang,Soravis Jayanama,Jittipat Poonkham
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781351180863

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International Relations as a Discipline in Thailand by Chanintira na Thalang,Soravis Jayanama,Jittipat Poonkham Pdf

There has long been considerable debate about the nature of non-Western IR theory. Most attempts to understand such a phenomenon begin by taking a top-down approach on a country by country basis. Instead, this book takes a bottom-up approach, involving specialists from a range of Thai universities, revealing the contours of the Thai IR community. It examines the state of various sub-fields under the IR rubric in Thailand such as foreign policy analysis, security studies, international political economy and area studies, and how Thai thinkers in these fields have contributed to IR as a discipline and IR theory development in Thailand. In doing so, it identifies factors unique to Thai academia which have hindered the development of an indigenous-sourced theory as well as exploring the similarities shared with other non-Western contexts that have posed an obstacle to the creation of a more general non-Western IR theory. Providing both an in-depth insight into the specific phenomena of Thai IR theory, and a broader perspective on the challenges of formulating non-Western IR theory, this book aims to push the debate on non-Western IR theory forward. It will be of particular interest to readers looking for a better understanding of IR theory in Thailand, but also for those more generally looking to formulate and characterise non-Western approaches to the discipline.

Theorizing Southeast Asian Relations

Author : Amitav Acharya,Richard Stubbs
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317968153

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Theorizing Southeast Asian Relations by Amitav Acharya,Richard Stubbs Pdf

The recent proliferation of theories of international relations has transformed analyses of Southeast Asia’s international affairs. A new generation of scholars has promoted a lively and illuminating debate which has seen the traditional realist/ neorealist approach, which continues to hold centre stage, challenged by constructivist analyses. In turn, constructivists have found themselves under fire from an array of competing approaches. This collection engages this emerging debate. It underscores the point that Southeast Asia is now an important site for applying new theories of international relations. It also demonstrates that theoretical frameworks originally developed in North America and Europe have to be adapted to the specific circumstances found in places like Southeast Asia and that this process can enrich theory building. The chapters in this book focus on the realist/neorealist, constructivist, English School and critical approaches. The resulting debate helps to shed light on ways of analysing Southeast Asian relations as well as on the evolution of these key theoretical frameworks. This book was published as a special issue of The Pacific Review.

China Among Unequals

Author : Brantly Womack
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 551 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789814295277

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China Among Unequals by Brantly Womack Pdf

Presents asymmetry theory, a different paradigm for the study of international relations, derived from China's relationships with its neighbors and the world. This title brings together key writings on the theory and its applications to China's basic foreign policy, particularly towards the United States and the rest of Asia.

Southeast Asia and the English School of International Relations

Author : L. Quayle
Publisher : Springer
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2013-01-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781137026859

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Southeast Asia and the English School of International Relations by L. Quayle Pdf

This book examines the interface between the theoretical framework known as the English School and the international and transnational politics of Southeast Asia. The region-theory dialogue it proposes signals productive ways forward for the theory.

International Relations of Asia

Author : David Shambaugh,Michael Yahuda
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 453 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2014-03-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781442226418

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International Relations of Asia by David Shambaugh,Michael Yahuda Pdf

As the world's most dynamic region, Asia embodies explosive economic growth, diverse political systems, vibrant societies, modernizing militaries, cutting-edge technologies, rich cultural traditions amid globalization, and strategic competition among major powers. As a result, international relations in Asia are evolving rapidly. In this fully updated and expanded volume, leading scholars from Asia, Europe, and North America offer the most current and definitive analysis available of Asia's regional relationships. They set developments in Asia in theoretical context, assess the role of leading external and regional powers, and consider the importance of subregional actors and linkages. Combining interpretive richness and factual depth, their essays provide an authoritative and stimulating overview. Students of contemporary Asian affairs—new to the field and old hands alike—will find this book an invaluable read. Contributions by: Amitav Acharya, Sebastian Bersick, Nayan Chanda, Ralph A. Cossa, Michael Green, Samuel S. Kim, Edward J. Lincoln, Martha Brill Olcott, T.V. Paul, Phillip C. Saunders, David Shambaugh, Sheldon W. Simon, Scott Snyder, Robert Sutter, Hugh White, and Michael Yahuda

Constructing a Security Community in Southeast Asia

Author : Amitav Acharya
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Asia, Southeastern
ISBN : 9780415157629

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Constructing a Security Community in Southeast Asia by Amitav Acharya Pdf

This book contains the most comprehensive and critical account available of the evolution of The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) norms and the viability of the ASEAN way of conflict management.

Between Rising Powers

Author : Asad Latif
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789812304148

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Between Rising Powers by Asad Latif Pdf

Geography has moulded Singapore's self-definition, much as it has shaped the contours of the rest of Southeast Asia, a region that lies south of China and east of India. Placed within overlapping Sinic and Indic zones, Singapore's "entrept" role has served both. Today, as China and India emerge simultaneously as rising powers, a port city is going beyond its trading role to engage them in political and security terms. This book combines diplomatic history and international relations theory to show how Singapore is facilitating China's and India's engagement of Southeast Asia.

Constructing a Security Community in Southeast Asia

Author : Amitav Acharya
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2009-06-11
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781134122608

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Constructing a Security Community in Southeast Asia by Amitav Acharya Pdf

This second edition of Constructing a Security Community in Southeast Asia takes the excellent framework from Acharya's first edition and brings it up-to-date, looking at ASEAN's comprehensive and critical account of the evolution of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) norms and the viability of the ASEAN way of conflict management. Key issues in determining the future stability of the Southeast Asian and Asia Pacific region are covered, including: intra-regional relations and the effect of membership expansion the ASEAN Regional Forum and East Asian regionalism ASEAN's response to terrorism and other transnational challenges debates over ASEAN's non-interference doctrine the 'ASEAN Security Community' and the ASEAN Charter the impact of the rise of China and India and ASEAN's relations with the US and Japan. The new edition will continue to appeal to students and scholars of Asian security, international relations theory and Southeast Asian studies as well as policymakers and the media.

An Introduction to Southeast Asian Studies

Author : Mohammed Halib,Tim Huxley
Publisher : Tauris Academic Studies
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1996-12-31
Category : History
ISBN : UCSD:31822025743709

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An Introduction to Southeast Asian Studies by Mohammed Halib,Tim Huxley Pdf

This collection of essays explores the evolution of various disciplinary approaches to Southeast Asia. Considering anthropology, sociology, geography, economics, history, politics, international relations and literature, the authors examine many of the crucial debates and controversies of the past.

A neorealist assessment of India ́s Look East Policy

Author : Johanna Bötscher
Publisher : GRIN Verlag
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-04-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9783640892006

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A neorealist assessment of India ́s Look East Policy by Johanna Bötscher Pdf

Master's Thesis from the year 2011 in the subject Politics - International Politics - Region: Near East, Near Orient, grade: 1, University of Salzburg (Fachbereich für Politikwissenschaft und Soziologie), language: English, abstract: In line with its new foreign policy after the end of the Cold War India started to significantly increase its political, economic and military relations with Southeast Asia at the beginning of the 1990ies. Since then, but particularly for the last ten years this so-called „Look East Policy“ has grown to a strong and multifaceted partnership that constitutes a major component of Indian foreign policy today. The principal purpose of this thesis is to evaluate India’s motives for its strong interactions with Southeast Asia. The most common approach among academics to explain India’s Look East Policy follows a liberal understanding of International Relations. Liberals argue that both, India and the Southeast Asian countries want to exploit complementarities in their economic and social structures: This thesis however, follows a neorealist understanding of International Relations by arguing that the Look East Policy is primarily a strategy of the Indian government to counterbalance the growing Chinese influence in Southeast Asia: Due to the geographic closeness of the Asia Pacific region to the Indian subcontinent, China’s presence there is particularly worrisome for India. It thus aligns with the Southeast Asian states in order to push back the Chinese power. In addition to evaluate the motives for India’s Look East Policy, the aim of this thesis is also to confute the liberal critiques on the balance of power theory and to show that the conception has still an enormous predicative power also in the twenty-first century. (Neorealist Balance of Power/Balance of Threat Theory). Moteover, while most existing publications using the balance of power theory mainly focus on balancing for political and military power this thesis also takes into account balancing for economic strength. It thus offers a broader approach by also explaining foreign economic policy. The thesis tests the neorealist balance of power theory by applying it to two case studies: On the one hand the negotiation process on the India-ASEAN Free Trade agreement in goods will be examined, on the other hand India’s cooperation with Myanmar during the last ten years will be analysed in detail.

Weak States, Vulnerable Governments, and Regional Cooperation

Author : Atena Ştefania Feraru
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781351015066

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Weak States, Vulnerable Governments, and Regional Cooperation by Atena Ştefania Feraru Pdf

War, famine, poverty, organized crime, environmental catastrophes, refugees, epidemics and pandemics, modern slavery – all these affect people in the non-Western world to an increasingly disproportionate extent. It is also where wealthy governments wield economic leverage and military force to renegotiate existing norms of international relations. Under these circumstances, it is difficult to overestimate the importance and urgency of comprehending the mechanisms and motivations driving these phenomena. This book is the outcome of a decade-long effort to advance both theoretical and empirical understanding of what motivates non-Western governments’ decisions to cooperate/not cooperate regionally. It starts by acknowledging the Western-centrism of prevailing international relations theories, abandoning deeply entrenched assumptions regarding the nature and roles of states, and redefining state weakness. The inquiry continues by elaborating this new concept and applying it to Southeast Asian polities while positing that it creates governments vulnerable to internal and external threats, in line with Joel S. Migdal’s well-known findings on the topic. A set of regional cooperation strategies is then inferred, based on the survival needs of insecure governing elites and its empirical validity is tested against the experience of regional organizations in Africa, Asia, and the Americas. The second part of the book provides an in-depth examination of how Southeast Asian governments’ shared security needs and interests shaped the emergence of the identified regional cooperation pattern and its evolution over 50 years of cooperation within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Overall, this book is a call to international relations scholars to do our part in understanding non-Western experiences and making a substantive contribution to addressing humanity’s most intractable security threats.