SOAS , University of London (SOAS)

The complex interdisciplinary area of international relations examines interactions between governments, non-state entities, and other international organisations in a variety of political, economic, and social dimensions. One of the most important and influential events that influence international relations in this setting is war. Throughout history, wars have led to the rise and fall of empires, the creation of new states, and the redrawing of international boundaries, and they continue to pl...

history of sovereignty and sovereign equality

notes on structural realism

reading focuses on LIO understood as the expression of justice second order questions: “what is the proper framing within which to consider questions of justice?” how does liberalsim misunderstand intl order? LIO defenders have misunderstood the relational structure of the intl and the nature of organisations and connections → obstructs actual justice and creates inadequate account of order

the main point(s): - throughout history, great powers rose up following Tilly’s hypothesis that dozens of small states fight each other → absorb each otehr, develop advanced ifnrastructure to go to war → great power - the reason why there has been no great powers in the middle east is not (solely) because of internal factors (like how scholars used to talk about Europe), but rather because of the international rules and norms + external intervention to uphold them, which serve the interest...

notes on the Liberal international order and how it came about

An in-depth analytical essay that explores the concept of global health security (GHS) within the framework of international relations, public health, and policymaking. The essay presents a critical examination of the traditional and dominant conception of GHS, which has primarily focused on managing cross-border infectious diseases. It argues that this approach, while effective in mitigating immediate biological threats, falls short of addressing the broader socio-economic and political determi...

This a comprehensive essay on the subject of global health security, a critical and complex domain that has garnered paramount importance in an interconnected world. It delves into the multifaceted nature of global health security, exploring the array of challenges and criticisms associated with its traditional definitions, and examines the roles played by various key actors in the field, including international organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO), governmental bodies, academi...

GRADE A+ CRIMINAL LAW FIRST YEAR ANSWER UNIVERSITY OF LONDON LOSS OF SELF CONTROL AND DIMINISHED RESPONSIBILITY ESSAY.

Dive into the essentials of crafting strong arguments ,within philosophy and everyday life, with our concise guide, perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their debate and reasoning skills. These notes break down complex philosophical concepts into easy-to-understand parts, from the basics of arguments to advanced logic techniques taught by Aristotle. Learn about different types of arguments, the art of deduction, and how to use logical structures like Modus Ponens and Modus Tollens effectivel...