Non-Alignment and the Big Powers analyzes the development, principles, and political significance of the Non-Aligned Movement in the context of global power rivalry. Dr. Ranko Petkovic examines how non-aligned countries attempted to assert independence from the dominant blocs during the Cold War while promoting peace, sovereign equality, and collective cooperation. The book also explores the re…
The book The Soviet Empire: Expansion & Détente is one volume in the Critical Choices for Americans series, which discusses the development of Soviet foreign policy from the beginning of the Cold War to the mid-1970s. This work describes the dynamics of Soviet geopolitical expansion, whether through military influence, ideology, or intervention in various regions of the world. In addition, th…
This book offers a comprehensive overview of the political system of the United States, examining its institutions, public policies, and the dynamics of governance. It provides an analytical foundation for understanding how American political structures operate, the roles of key actors, and the processes that shape national decision-making. Designed for political science students, the volume bl…
Essays on Nigerian Foreign Policy by Olajide Aluko is a collection of scholarly analyses examining the development, direction, and challenges of Nigeria’s foreign policy. Written by one of Nigeria’s leading experts in international relations, the essays explore Nigeria’s diplomatic posture within Africa and the global arena, its relations with major powers, and the impact of domestic poli…
Published by the Indian Institute for Non-Aligned Studies, the book Non-Aligned Movement Under India’s Chairmanship examines India’s role during its leadership of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). First published in November 1986, the book provides an overview of India’s diplomatic activities, work programs, and political positions in guiding the movement’s direction in the mid-1980s. It …
This book examines the dynamics of Brazilian foreign policy from the administrations of José Sarney to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Vigevani and Cepaluni emphasize how Brazil sought to increase its autonomy within the international system, particularly in its relations with the United States and other countries. Through political and international relations analysis, the book highlights the shi…
This book analyzes China’s foreign policy and economic development in the period following the death of Mao Zedong. Written within the framework of the Council on Foreign Relations’ 1980s Project, the study examines how domestic economic reforms and international strategic considerations shaped China’s evolving role in global politics. The authors explore policy choices, external relation…
This book analyzes the development and implementation of cultural policy in Tunisia within the context of national modernization and post-independence state-building. It examines the role of government institutions in promoting cultural activities, preserving national heritage, and supporting artistic creation. The study also discusses the relationship between culture, education, and social dev…
This book examines the internal adjustment process of public enterprises in Côte d’Ivoire within the broader context of economic restructuring. The authors analyze the political, institutional, and economic dynamics that shaped reforms in state-owned enterprises during a period of fiscal crisis and structural adjustment. Through detailed case studies, the work highlights the tensions between…
This book re-examines Indonesia’s foreign policy during the presidency of Soekarno, with particular emphasis on the period of political confrontation and its international context. It analyzes the ideological, political, and strategic factors that shaped Indonesia’s foreign policy orientation, including its relations with Western countries, the Eastern Bloc, and the emerging nations of the …