constructivism assists in challenging the neorealist assumptions. Neo-realists believe that the major aspects of international politics are based on the structural hierarchy of the international systems. The neo-realists also point out that international systems are primarily based on anarchy because they lack overarching authority. Moreover, the international system composes of the unit of state, formally equal, and enjoy sovereignty over their territories. Neo-realists believe that state can only rely on oneself for security, and defend their national and self-interests. However, a constructionist such as Wendt, (1992), challenges the assumption of realists on the ground that state can achieve security through a social interaction and… Continue Reading...
relations discourse as highlighted in the increased controversies that have dominated international politics. Gender is significant in international relations for various reasons or ways including…
Gender Relations in International Law and Politics
The first way with which gender is important in international relations is through its role in international law and politics. Shiraev & Zubok (2015) states a feminist perspective demonstrates that gender relations play a crucial role in international law and politics. For a long period of time, international law and politics has been exclusively centered on masculinity through emphasis on power, use of force, and eventual war. During this… Continue Reading...
discussed below.
The Role of the International Olympic Committee
Since their resurrection over a century ago, the Olympic Games been marred by national and international politics and the manner in which host cities are selected by the IOC (Johnson & Johnson, 2003). Indeed, in sharp contrast to the original version where there were no corporate sponsors and winning athletes received a laurel wreath only, the modern international Olympic Games have become a multi-billion dollar industry today (Johnson & Johnson, 2003). It became possible to generate even more revenues from the Olympics when they were divided into the Summer and Winter Games in 1908 alternating every 2 years and host cities have expended more than… Continue Reading...
