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C/P/251. Does realism provide theory that explains international relations?

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3000
DATE:
2010
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The paper examines whether the realistic school of thought provides a valid theoretical background for international relations (IR) reviewing the history of realism and discussing the application of its key principles to the political arena including the principles of ‘statism’, survival, self help, etc. The paper argues whether modern states are still the primary actors of IR.

 

KEYWORDS: Realism, international relations, state, sovereignty,