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Contemporary international affairs are influenced by a variety of thematic issues and actors, including nation states, international institutions, NGOs, and multinational companies. Understanding these multifaceted elements is essential for grasping the complexities of global politics. This book equips undergraduate and postgraduate students with the knowledge necessary to navigate the forces shaping our political, economic, and social environments. It enhances comprehension of contemporary international affairs through a pragmatic approach, with each chapter authored by an expert in the field. Part I offers historical context, outlining the evolution of world affairs and clarifying major theories of international relations. Part II focuses on key actors in global politics, including significant nation states, the UN, EU, international organizations, NGOs, and multinational corporations. Part III addresses pressing contemporary themes and challenges, such as international terrorism, energy and climate change, religious fundamentalism, and demographic shifts. The book's comprehensive structure is particularly beneficial for students aspiring to careers in international organizations, diplomacy, consultancy, think tanks, and media, providing them with the essential tools to understand and engage with the complexities of global politics.
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Understanding Global Politics, Prof. Dr. Klaus Larres, Ruth Wittlinger
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- 2019
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- Title
- Understanding Global Politics
- Subtitle
- Actors and Themes in International Affairs
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Routledge
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 436
- ISBN10
- 1138682268
- ISBN13
- 9781138682269
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, Business, Business & Management, Political Science & Politics, Philosophical Topics, Politics, Germany, Economics, USA, Technology, Sociology, Russia, China, Collected Works, Political Theories, India, International Relations, Development, Human Rights, Economic Policy, Political Economy, World Politics, International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid
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- Contemporary international affairs are influenced by a variety of thematic issues and actors, including nation states, international institutions, NGOs, and multinational companies. Understanding these multifaceted elements is essential for grasping the complexities of global politics. This book equips undergraduate and postgraduate students with the knowledge necessary to navigate the forces shaping our political, economic, and social environments. It enhances comprehension of contemporary international affairs through a pragmatic approach, with each chapter authored by an expert in the field. Part I offers historical context, outlining the evolution of world affairs and clarifying major theories of international relations. Part II focuses on key actors in global politics, including significant nation states, the UN, EU, international organizations, NGOs, and multinational corporations. Part III addresses pressing contemporary themes and challenges, such as international terrorism, energy and climate change, religious fundamentalism, and demographic shifts. The book's comprehensive structure is particularly beneficial for students aspiring to careers in international organizations, diplomacy, consultancy, think tanks, and media, providing them with the essential tools to understand and engage with the complexities of global politics.