Internationale Politik

This book is about an intensive form of peacemaking interaction, in which the disputing parties agree to take time out from the routine of their daily life in order to negotiate solutions to their conflict. The interaction has rules, structure and a time frame. This book is a social instrument for finding practical and enforceable solutions to conflicts in a limited time frame.Most people experience conflicts in their daily, professional and political life. They tend to avoid dealing with these conflicts, even when doing so causes them a great deal of suffering. This book was written to introduce a powerful mechanism for conflict resolution - Solution-Focused Negotiation.Dr. Sapir Handelman has led, directly and indirectly, dozens of face-to-face and online Solution-Focused Negotiations. Dr. Handelman, his colleagues and students have helped many people to successfully resolve their conflicts. The cases presented here reflect tensions, frictions and struggles in nearly all dimensions of social life, from family disputes to politics. The goal of this book is to share this knowledge, experience and expertise with scholars, practitioners and the general public.

Was ist eine »Zeitenwende«? Ein Ereignis, verdichtet in einem historischen Moment oder verteilt über eine gewisse Zeitspanne, das zu einer fundamentalen Veränderung der Lebensverhältnisse führt - in positiver oder negativer Hinsicht. Ist die vom Bundeskanzler propagierte, dramatisch klingende Veränderung infolge des russischen ­Angriffskriegs auf die Ukraine bereits eingetreten oder steht sie uns erst noch bevor? Was noch mehr Sorgen bereiten müsste: Liegt sie vielleicht schon einige Jahre zurück? Haben die Deutschen als »Schlafwandler« eines neuen Typs die Warnzeichen übersehen, die es schon seit über 10 Jahren gab? Wie tief ist also der historische Einschnitt, der für jedermann sichtbar im Februar 2022 in der europä­ischen Politik eingetreten ist? Kann sich die weltpolitische Lage noch weiter verschärfen? Und wenn ja, wie weit muss man in der ­Geschichte zurückgehen, um auf einen vergleichbaren welthistorischen Moment zu stoßen? Thies findet ihn am Pruth, einem Grenzfluss zwischen Rumänien und der Ukraine. Thies begibt sich danach auf eine politisch-historische Reise durch Deutschland. Er beobachtet ein Land, das auf vielen Gebieten ­unangenehme Entscheidungen vor sich herschiebt, und wenn sie ­unvermeidlich werden, hektisch reagiert. Neu ist dieses Verhalten nicht, es zieht sich durch die Geschichte der Nation. Eine wichtige Entscheidung, die innenpolitisch lange umstritten war, ist mit der »Zeitenwende« bereits gefallen. Deutschland ist der »Normandie-Koalition« beigetreten, die Europa vor 80 Jahren vom Nationalsozialismus befreite. Aber nun warten in der Innenpolitik vergleichbare Herausforderungen, an erster Stelle die Bildungspolitik. Sie muss endlich Gestalt und Tempo aufnehmen, um mit den bereits eingetretenen gesellschaftlichen Veränderungen infolge von Einwanderung und ­Migration Schritt zu halten. Entscheidend ist dabei, dass Deutschland - wie in der Klimafrage - europakompatibel bleibt.

Über Deutschlands Rolle in einer veränderten WeltRusslands Angriffskrieg gegen die Ukraine wirft ein grelles Licht auf eine geopolitische Landschaft, die schon länger im Umbruch ist. Der Krieg zeichnet Konturen schärfer, beschleunigt Entwicklungen, zwingt zu radikalem Wandel. Nach seinem Bestseller  'Zeitenwende' identifiziert Rüdiger von Fritsch in seinem neuen Buch die Entwicklungslinien der  Zukunft - und gibt Antworten auf drängende Fragen: Was kommt nach dem Krieg? Wie wird sich der Konflikt zwischen den USA und China entwickeln? Hat die Globalisierung, so wie wir sie kannten, ein Ende gefunden? Und wie können wir uns als Deutsche und Europäer in dieser Welt im Umbruch behaupten? 'Wer sich über die Hintergründe des russischen Angriffs auf die Ukraine  informieren und auch die historischen Zusammenhänge verstehen will, muss dieses Buch lesen.' DIE ZEIT über 'Zeitenwende'

Deutschland steckt in einer Dauerkrise. Die Wirtschaft stagniert, der Lebensstandard vieler Menschen ist dramatisch gesunken und die AfD gewinnt an Zustimmung. In diesem Buch zeigt der renommierte Ökonom Tom Krebs, dass eine Fehldiagnose marktliberaler Ökonomen und die entsprechenden Fehlentscheidungen der Bundesregierung für die schlechte Lage in Deutschland verantwortlich sind. Um den Wohlstand zu retten und den Zusammenhalt zu stärken, muss sich die deutsche Politik von der marktliberalen Märchenwelt der Ökonomen befreien. Denn nur ein Ansatz, der die Sorgen der Menschen ernst nimmt und gleichzeitig eine positive Vision der Zukunft bietet, kann uns aus der Misere führen.

"The Portuguese Expedition to Abyssinia in 1541-1543" by Miguel de Castanhoso is a captivating and detailed account of the Portuguese military expedition led to aid the Ethiopian Empire against Muslim invasions in the 16th century. Castanhoso, a Portuguese soldier who took part in this campaign, offers a first-hand perspective on the events, challenges and cultural interactions that marked this historic expedition.The book begins by describing the geopolitical situation at the time, with the Ethiopian Empire, also known as Abyssinia, under constant threat from Muslim forces led by Imam Ahmad ibn Ibrahim al-Ghazi, nicknamed "Gragn". In response to a call for help from the Ethiopian emperor Gelawdewos, the King of Portugal sent an expeditionary force led by Cristóvão da Gama, son of the famous explorer Vasco da Gama.Castanhoso gives a detailed account of the preparations for the expedition, the perilous journey across the Red Sea and the first contacts with the Ethiopians. He describes the fierce battles, the military strategies employed and the alliances forged between the Portuguese and the Ethiopian forces. The story highlights the courage and determination of Portuguese soldiers in the face of considerable adversity, including difficult terrain, a hostile climate and powerful enemy forces.Castanhoso's text is rich in detail about the cultural encounters between Europeans and Africans. He describes the customs, traditions and religious practices of the Ethiopians, offering valuable insights into daily life and society at the time. These descriptions enhance understanding of cross-cultural interactions and how these relationships influenced the course of the expedition.The book concludes with a description of the decisive battle of Wayna Daga, where the combined forces of the Portuguese and Ethiopians succeeded in defeating Gragn's army. This victory marks a crucial turning point in the safeguarding of the Ethiopian Empire and underlines the importance of Portuguese military assistance."The Portuguese Expedition to Abyssinia in 1541-1543" is not only an essential historical testimony, but also an epic adventure that illustrates the challenges and triumphs of this military mission. Castanhoso's narrative, with its lively, detailed style, offers readers a complete immersion in a fascinating episode in world history.

"Enhancing Offensive Cyber Capability at National Level" aims to navigate and equip the cyber professionals, policymakers, organisations and beginners, highlighting the framework and complexities of Offensive Cyberspace Operations (Cyber Defence, Cyber Exploitation and Cyber Attack). The research highlights focus areas desiring Atmanirbharta, global emerging, and best practices, and recommends immediate and Long-term measures to establish a potent Offensive Information and Cyber Deterrence capability.

Introduction - The Problem with China and Canada: Conflict and Retribution.- Chapter 1: A Brief History of Canada-China relations.- Chapter 2: Relationships, Face, and the Great Divide.- Chapter 3: A Human Security Framework as Potential for Canada-China Cooperation.- Chapter 4: Economic Security and Resilient Networks.-Chapter 5: Building Bridges through Educational/Social Frameworks.- Chapter 6: Sustainable Development as Public Diplomacy.- Conclusion.

This book examines sustainable development in the broader framework of Africa post COVID-19. Specifically, the book studies governance and digitalization from the perspective of natural environment management, climate change, the green economy, as well as agriculture and education. Digitalization supports the deepening of natural resource governance by assessing extractive practices, sovereign wealth funds and the emerging discourse on global warming and green economic policies. This analytical exercise will better inform economic and socio-political policies and institutions for African development. The book, against the backdrop of the United Nations Agenda 2030 and the African Union Agenda 2063, offers unique insights on digitalization, governance, the green economy, and natural resource regime in Africa post COVID-19.

Shaping Political Discourse in Cameroon Translators, Interpreters, Military and Civilians examines the role of the different actors in peacebuilding process in the two Anglophone Regions. First, it provides a brief overview of Cameroon's linguistic history, which is complex and diverse. It further analyses the challenges which translators and interpreters are bond to encounter in conflict areas, thereby appealing for adequate training for military translators and interpreters, for civil-military relations and to better understand cultural sensitivity. The book also examines the importance of translators and interpreters in ensuring that communication is accurate and effective in criminal proceedings, cooperation amongst civilians and military, and ex-combatants in DDR centers.In conclusion, there is the need to invest in the training of military translators and interpreters, not only for English and French languages, but for other lingua franca in Cameroon. For translators and interpreters are peacebuilders for any country in the path for emergence.

This book provides a thought-provoking analysis of the perception of China as a formidable threat amidst the current era of socio-political polarization and growing militarization. By exploring the discursive strategies and tactics employed to cultivate antagonism, it unveils the "culture of enmity" that fosters fear and distrust towards China, both in Taiwan and beyond. Drawing on interdisciplinary research, the book delves into the ontological characteristics of such a culture and provides insights into the Taiwan conflict as a crucial observation post for understanding the intricate discursive dynamics of the New Cold War. The geopolitical situation of Taiwan presents a predicament as it finds itself at the crossroads of two conflicting realms. On one hand, it is deeply intertwined with Chinese culture and history, with the added dimension of its strategic proximity to China at a time when the latter aspires to become a regional hegemon. On the other hand, Taiwan boasts a Western-influenced political system, Western-leaning strategic alliances, and a distinct political identity forged over the past few decades. It is within this intricate interplay of apparently dissonant but overlapping factors that the thorny and challenging nature of the discursive struggle for Taiwan becomes apparent. The book consists of a collection of articles initially created by the authors during their research in Taiwan over several years, first at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University and then at National Cheng Kung University. The articles, organized into different chapters, cover various disciplines such as political philosophy, geopolitics, history, discourse analysis, and anthropology, reflecting the diverse educational backgrounds of the authors. Despite their diversity, all chapters are deeply connected to the discursive struggle over Taiwan. Ultimately, by offering a nuanced perspective that challenges prevailing narratives, the authors provide adeliberately controversial yet refreshing viewpoint that advocates for a policy of empathy and negotiation. Such approach goes beyond mere dialogue and diplomacy, emphasizing the need for coexistence and peaceful living among different "worlds".

Overseas military access and basing is a critical component of China's global military ambitions. In this report, the authors examine three case studies among the United States' competitors to help anticipate what Chinese overseas access and basing might look like in the 2030s. They assess the risks posed by Chinese military expansion and recommend U.S. strategies to help shape the environment in which Chinese global ambitions will unfold.

This book focuses on the dialogues to improve the communication among Asian countries, which is contributed by world-wide experts from think-tanks, academia and governments. In this book, it involves the topics of Connotation and Evolution of Asian Civilization, Exchanges and Mutual Learning of Asian Civilization, Asian Civilization and Asian Development, Opportunities and Challenges Faced with Asian Civilization, etc.

This book analyzes two main trends of prevailing populism and nationalism in China and Southeast Asian nations and rising tensions in the South China Sea (SCS) by experts from China and Southeast Asia. The book involves the most recent developments and indicates future trends. This is the first book which goes deeply into the SCS dispute from the perspectives on populism and nationalism and thus highlighting their significance in Asian politics. The broad approach adopted in the book with focus on all important countries expands the scope of readership beyond specific academic community. The book interests academics, policy makers, journalists, general reader, and students of Asian politics. The main body of this book is divided into 8 parts, in which the first section briefly introduces the aims and scope of this book. The following 7 parts look at the new development of populism and nationalism in China and ASEAN claimant states and some important non-claimant states mainly including the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, and its multiple effects on the SCS dispute.

Carl von Clausewitz's On War is one of the most significant works on military strategy and theory ever written. Published posthumously in 1832, it provides a profound analysis of the nature of war, its relationship to politics, and the complexities of military strategy.Unlike mere tactical manuals, On War explores the philosophical underpinnings of conflict. Clausewitz examines the unpredictability of war, coining the terms "fog of war" and "friction" to describe the chaotic nature of battle. He differentiates between "absolute war"-a theoretical, all-encompassing form of war-and real-world conflicts, which are shaped by political constraints.At its core, On War argues that war is not an end in itself but an extension of political will. This principle remains central to modern military thought, shaping doctrines from the World Wars to contemporary asymmetric conflicts. Clausewitz's work is essential reading for military professionals, historians, and anyone interested in power dynamics and strategy.