The Nuclear Ban Treaty: Advocates, Neutrals, And Opponents In The European Union,
2018
Syracuse University
The Nuclear Ban Treaty: Advocates, Neutrals, And Opponents In The European Union, Alexis Dorner
Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs
No abstract provided.
Growth Ambitions And Rising Powers: Sino-Indian Asymmetric Balancing In Bilateral, Regional, And Multilateral Settings,
2018
College of William & Mary
Growth Ambitions And Rising Powers: Sino-Indian Asymmetric Balancing In Bilateral, Regional, And Multilateral Settings, Rebecca Lamb
Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs
No abstract provided.
Masthead,
2018
Dartmouth College
Masthead, Dujpew Editorial Board
Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs
No abstract provided.
Letter From The Editor,
2018
Dartmouth College
Letter From The Editor, Dujpew Editorial Board
Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs
No abstract provided.
Volume I | Issue I | 2018,
2018
Dartmouth College
Volume I | Issue I | 2018, Dujpew Editorial Board
Dartmouth Undergraduate Journal of Politics, Economics and World Affairs
No abstract provided.
Security Dilemma In U.S.-China Relations: A Non-Traditional Security Studies Perspective,
2018
University of San Francisco
Security Dilemma In U.S.-China Relations: A Non-Traditional Security Studies Perspective, Jessica Tran
Master's Theses
Since Former President Barack Obama’s announcement of the Pacific Pivot in 2011, the security dilemma in U.S.-China relations have worsened considerably. Under President Donald Trump’s administration, the shifting of U.S. military focus to the Asia-Pacific region is expected to continue. As the U.S. moves forward with increasing its military presence in the Pacific to counter a perceived “aggressive” China, it may lead to serious consequences. This thesis presents the argument that China’s conception of national security includes the defense of the state from both foreign and domestic threats. Therefore, China’s military developments and policies are not strictly in response to …
Refugees Threats Of Terrorism: Securitization By Means Of Social Integration,
2018
Augustana College, Rock Island Illinois
Refugees Threats Of Terrorism: Securitization By Means Of Social Integration, Anna Tegge
Celebration of Learning
This research analyzes factors that affect the number of terrorist incidents in Europe with large numbers of refugees. My research intends to explore the correlation between refugees and terrorist incidents and to identify if social integration and immigration policies can have an effect on the volume of attacks. My independent variables of social policies in addition to immigration policies confirm my hypothesis that certain factors within these policies affect terrorism in Spain, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Germany. The answer to this question will aid in the creation of stability, prosperity, and justice within Europe and provide a model for …
Mafia And Globalization: The Consequences Of Economic Integration Without Legal Symmetry,
2018
University of San Diego
Mafia And Globalization: The Consequences Of Economic Integration Without Legal Symmetry, Benjamin White
Undergraduate Honors Theses
This project will examine the relationship between mafia and globalization through the lenses of two case studies, focusing on the Calabrian criminal organization known as ‘Ndrangheta. The first case study revolves around the Port of Gioia Tauro, which serves as the drug trafficking hub of ‘Ndrangheta and is emblematic of the overall trends in global commercial traffic and security deficits. The purpose of this case study is to demonstrate how ‘Ndrangheta exploits the advanced economic integration that began in the 1990s and continues to exist in the gap between frantic commercial activity and limited government oversight. This case study begins …
Under Strain: A Robust Russian Foreign Posture Despite Limitations,
2018
University of San Diego
Under Strain: A Robust Russian Foreign Posture Despite Limitations, Chiara Sutton
Undergraduate Honors Theses
The geopolitical maneuverability held by the Russian Federation has been considered to be intrinsically connected to the prices of hydrocarbons, as roughly half of the government’s budget derives from hydrocarbon revenues. The year 2008, with oil prices flitting above $150 per barrel, was a particular boon for the Kremlin and its international significance- incidentally, 2008 also oversaw the Russo-Georgian war and the start of that now-frozen conflict. In the quite different current climate, as hydrocarbon prices stay remarkably collapsed for the third year, the Kremlin’s revenue problems are compounded by international sanctions and a level of international mistrust still rippling …
Comparing U.S. And French Approaches To Counterterrorism In Africa,
2018
University of San Diego
Comparing U.S. And French Approaches To Counterterrorism In Africa, Alexa Audino
Undergraduate Honors Theses
Although terrorism is typically associated, in the U.S., with the Middle East, there is also a significant presence of terrorist groups in Africa. Both the United States and France are involved in counterterrorism in the Sahel region, where the two states often work together. However, the strategies of the U.S. and France in this region also frequently diverge. This project analyzes the differences in the strategies taken by France and the United States in counterterrorism interventions in the Sahel, specifically studying the ways in which these two countries are fighting Boko Haram, Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, and Al-Shabab. …
Zero Textbook Cost Syllabus For Pol 3345 (Contemporary International Conflict),
2018
CUNY Bernard M Baruch College
Zero Textbook Cost Syllabus For Pol 3345 (Contemporary International Conflict), Aaron M. Zack
Open Educational Resources
The title of the course is Contemporary International Conflict; however, since significant political violence takes place within states and is conducted by non-state actors, the course will not confine itself to conflict between states. After first considering sovereignty and the parameters of violent conflict, we shall explore three subjects in particular depth: terrorism; the actual and potential impact of nuclear weapons on global conflict; and the risk of great power war between America and China. We will also discuss transnational criminal organizations.
America's 'Just Wars' In The 21st Century: Implications Of Just War Theory On The Middle East,
2018
Fordham University
America's 'Just Wars' In The 21st Century: Implications Of Just War Theory On The Middle East, Sara Bakhtiar
Senior Theses
This paper will examine the presence of just war theory in the rhetoric and actions of U.S. leaders and policymakers. I look at Afghanistan to highlight the United States' misuse of just war doctrine, which led to highly destructive consequences. I then look at Syria and how just war language is already being used to justify a potential intervention in the state. Last, I assess the United States' intervention in Yemen to argue that the U.S. does not intervene in the Middle East for strictly humanitarian purposes, but rather to pursue and advance its own interests like policies of regime …
Currents Of Consumption: How National Narratives Of Japanese Cuisine Collide With Localized Forms Of Sushi In Northern California,
2018
University of San Francisco
Currents Of Consumption: How National Narratives Of Japanese Cuisine Collide With Localized Forms Of Sushi In Northern California, John Ostermiller
Master's Projects and Capstones
This paper examines how national narratives of Japanese cuisine collide with the expectations, preferences, and perceptions of American consumers (particularly Northern California). The global economy has benefited the circulation of positive images of Japan managed by the Japanese government, but the commercialization of Japanese cuisine is also at odds with government efforts. In Japan, sushi is often synonymous with nigirizushi: sliced seafood and a daub of wasabi atop vinegared rice. As part of Japan’s washoku tradition, this singular image of sushi (allegedly) reflects the deepest essence of Japanese cultural sensibilities tied to simplicity, perfection, and nature. But in America, consumers’ …
The Significance Of Mongolia's Foreign Policy And Security Apparatus On A Global And Regional Scale,
2018
University of San Francisco
The Significance Of Mongolia's Foreign Policy And Security Apparatus On A Global And Regional Scale, Bolor Lkhaajav
Master's Projects and Capstones
Mongolia, land-locked between two politically, economically, and militarily powerful nations — Russia and China — often must balance its foreign and security policies with its two neighbors and countries beyond. When discussing Mongolia’s foreign policy and security apparatus, historians and scholars look at the international relations of East Asia as a whole. This is the case not because Mongolia’s foreign policy is insignificant but because greater powers impose greater influence on smaller states. Mongolia’s partial involvement in World War II (WWII), and the Cold War introduced new challenges as well as opportunities for Mongolia to modernize its foreign policy principles …
Political Revolutions And Women's Progress: Why The Egyptian Arab Spring Failed To Deliver On The Promises Of Women's Rights,
2018
The University of San Francisco
Political Revolutions And Women's Progress: Why The Egyptian Arab Spring Failed To Deliver On The Promises Of Women's Rights, Anne Song
Master's Theses
The mass participation of women in the 2011 Egyptian Arab Spring began what many thought would be a new feminist movement. As news cycles started showing the central role of women in the Arab Spring, many people including the women who demonstrated believed women’s rights were on the horizon. This study shows why the 2011 Arab Spring did not deliver on the promises of women’s rights in Egypt. Explaining the historical, religious, and societal influences on women’s rights in Egypt, and using data from the Arab Barometer and reports from the World Bank and UN, this study shows that the …
Mineral Warfare: The Dark Side Of Technology And International Mediation,
2018
The University of San Francisco
Mineral Warfare: The Dark Side Of Technology And International Mediation, Priyanka Basnyat
Master's Theses
Conflict surrounding the extraction and trade of natural resources is not an uncommon phenomenon. Especially in the case of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has historically suffered from the negative impacts of the resource curse since their mineral wealth was first discovered by their Colonial administrators. The importance of Congo’s minerals has fluctuated over the years but has peaked during recent times, as their use in technological advancements are becoming more vital. The global demand for these mineral ores have sky rocketed and consequentially, the largely informal trade has benefitted certain rebel groups, playing a pivotal role in …
Institutional Dissonance And Reserved Cooperation: Theory And Evidence From International Environmental Agreements,
2018
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Institutional Dissonance And Reserved Cooperation: Theory And Evidence From International Environmental Agreements, Erika Komura Masaki
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
As global environmental problems have received more attention in the international arena, questions of global environmental governance have become more salient. The increase of international and multilateral environmental agreements has raised questions about participation, compliance, and ultimately, effectiveness of these institutions. Consequently, this dissertation seeks to understand what factors affect participation in and compliance with international environmental agreements. Specifically, I find that treaty design plays a critical role in levels of participation. Using both qualitative and quantitative analysis, I also examine the case of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) as a case study, and find that …
You're Out! Explaining Non-Criminal Diplomatic Expulsion,
2018
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
You're Out! Explaining Non-Criminal Diplomatic Expulsion, Anthony Jordan
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
The practice of diplomatic expulsion, as well as expulsion of other foreign personnel by an executive, has received little attention in the field of International Relations or in Political Science more broadly. If expulsion were analyzed under the broader category of diplomatic relations, then studying the variation in expulsions could improve our understanding of international relations. It would be understood as one of the many tools executives use in negotiation between states. Executives, however, appeared to treat expulsion specially. Although no international convention requires executives to notify the public of the expulsion of a diplomat, ambassador or other personnel, it …
Policy Responses To Migration Flows Through The Mediterranean Sea: An Analysis Of European Union And Italian Policies,
2018
University of Mississippi. Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College
Policy Responses To Migration Flows Through The Mediterranean Sea: An Analysis Of European Union And Italian Policies, Megan M. Krynen
Honors Theses
This research seeks to understand the relationship between immigration policies enacted by both the European Union and the Italian Government and the amount of migrants entering Italy through the Mediterranean Sea. The three research questions that are addressed in this research are A) What were the key policy debates leading to the current policies regulating immigration at both European and Italian level? B) How did the policies affect migrants’ decision to move? C) How did the same policies influence and were influenced by native Italians attitude towards immigration? The methods used were a textual analysis of European Union and Italian …
El Viaje Desde Centroamérica A Los Estados Unidos: How Us Foreign Policy Impacts Migration From Central America To The United States,
2018
James Madison University
El Viaje Desde Centroamérica A Los Estados Unidos: How Us Foreign Policy Impacts Migration From Central America To The United States, Cecilia Cerja
Senior Honors Projects, 2010-2019
In the face of ever increasing civil conflict in Central America, the United States is attempting to grapple with immigration reform as the number of refugees continues to rise. Though the dominant narrative seems to indicate that people are flocking to the United States for economic opportunity, upon further analysis it seems that there are a variety of push and pull factors for migration to the United States. In this thesis three case studies of Honduras, El Salvador, and Guatemala are analyzed to determine the push and pull factors causing migration to the United States. After examining the push and …
