Focusing on the evolution of the international order after the Soviet Union's collapse, this book analyzes major powers' security behavior in a multipolar context. Kassab summarizes and critiques significant Post-Cold War literature, emphasizing the importance of predictive scholarship in understanding geopolitical dynamics. Through this evaluation, the work sheds light on the complexities of international relations and the shifting paradigms that shape global security strategies.
The book delves into the evolution of the international system's balance of power, focusing on the transition from a unipolar to a multipolar structure. It examines the conditions that facilitated this shift, identifies the key major states involved, and analyzes the role of weaker powers in shaping great power competition. Through these inquiries, it offers insights into contemporary global dynamics and the interplay between different levels of power.
Areas of State and Non-state Competition in Multipolarity
The book presents a theoretical framework that explores the creation of power vacuums and their significant effects on the international system. Through detailed analysis, it delves into how these vacuums arise and the subsequent implications for global dynamics, making it a critical resource for understanding international relations and power structures.