Empires and the Modern International System
Jan Zielonka
In recent years several important books have argued that the United States of America, China, Russia and even European Union “look, talk walk” like empires. However, these failed to impress those working in field international relations. For some, Westphalian state is still major unit analysis. Others prefer use terms “great powers” or “hegemony.” This research note will, first, try assess added value concept empire brings study The second aim establish how best contemporary Which actors can be classified as empires? Should one focus on imperial structure, mission behaviour? third objective seek ways identifying patterns cooperation competition among Can manifestations co-exist without conflict?
Geopolitics