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Summary: Prisoners of Geography: Latin America
The geography of Latin America, coupled with the fact that many of its countries were colonized, continues to hinder the development of the region.
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Summary: Prisoners of Geography: Korea and Japan
The Korean Peninsula is an unstable region, because North Korea’s actions worry its neighbors such as China, Japan and South Korea.
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Summary: Prisoners of Geography: India and Pakistan
These countries were British colonies and turned into regional rivals after achieving independence.
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Migration in Oceania: Trends and Statistics
Australia and New Zealand are primary destinations for migrants who come from various small and poor countries from Oceania.
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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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Recognition of States in International Law
A state can only be recognized by others as such if it meets certain criteria and if others want to acknowledge it.
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Earth Summit: Background, Participants & Outcomes
The Earth Summit marked a milestone in global environmental policy by promoting the concept of sustainable development.
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The History of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime
Since the mid-twentieth century, there have been efforts to limit the spread of nuclear weapons, but existing arsenals remain.
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International Treaties: Effects, Amendments, Withdrawal, Suspension, and Termination
International treaties create legal obligations among states, but these can be modified, suspended, or terminated.