Foreign Policy

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  U.S. Foreign Policy in the Indo-Pacific

  U.S. Indo-Pacific policy combines alliances, deterrence, economic security and regional diplomacy amid competition with China.

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  China’s Foreign Policy: History, Priorities and Challenges

  China’s foreign policy protects party rule and national development while seeking greater security in Asia and a stronger Chinese voice in global governance.

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  Neoclassical Realism in International Relations

  Neoclassical Realism explains the foreign policy of states by combining pressures from the international system with perceptions, institutions, and state capacity.

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  Japan’s Foreign Policy: History, Pillars and Challenges

  Japan is a global power and a major U.S. ally, and it faces security and economic issues in the 21st century.

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  The International Politics of the Holy See

  The Holy See is a subject of international law and a major player in international relations, through the Pope and his diplomatic service.

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  Lula’s 2023 UN Speech: Summary and Analysis

  Lula’s speech touched on themes that are important to Brazil, but it barely discussed Ukraine and the UN Security Council.

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  What Was the Big Stick Policy? Meaning, Roosevelt Corollary and Examples

  The Big Stick policy was Roosevelt’s strategy of negotiating while keeping U.S. military force ready, especially in Latin America.

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  Why does China want the South China Sea?

  This vast ocean is linked to China’s history, has enormous economic potential, and is key to securing the country in the Pacific.