Concepts and Theories
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Theories of Migration: Why do people migrate?
Many theories try to explain why migration happens, by focusing on the attributes of different places, on individual decisions and on social dynamics.
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Classical Realism in International Relations
Classical Realist authors, like Carr and Morgenthau, assert that states always seek power in order to survive in the world.
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International Relations Theories: The Definitive Guide
IR theories range from Liberalism and Realism to their strands, as well as the English School, Marxism, Constructivism and Post-Positivism.
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Power in International Relations: Definition, Elements & Types
Power is the ability to influence another actor’s actions or decisions. It depends upon various factors and can assume a multitude of forms.
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Hard Power, Soft Power and Smart Power: What’s the difference?
Hard, soft and smart power are concepts that have been introduced by Joseph Nye and that have great importance to International Relations.
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What does diplomacy mean?
Diplomacy was all about war and peace. Now it is much more than that: it’s an instrument for the common good.