Essays about: "offensive realism"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 21 essays containing the words offensive realism.

  1. 16. Flocking as a Hunting Mechanic: Predator vs. Prey Simulations

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för datavetenskap och kommunikation (CSC)

    Author : Peter Jonsson; Lucas Ljungberg; [2017]
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    Abstract : Creating models for simulating real-life situations can be a difficult task because of all the small factors that can impact the outcome of an event. One model aimed to accurately predict flocking behaviour for animals is Boids flocking model. In this study, we aim to answer if the model is adequate for modeling a predator vs. prey situation. READ MORE

  3. 17. The Perfect Storm : How Offensive Opportunity and Ideational Distance led to third-party interventions in Syria, Yemen and Bahrain.

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Simon Tawaifi; [2017]
    Keywords : Foreign Intervention; Offensive Realism Constructivism; Saudi Arabia; Iran; Syria; Yemen; Bahrain and Egypt;

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  4. 18. The Ukraine crisis : A geopolitical power struggle between Russia and the US.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Anastasia Avetisova; [2015]
    Keywords : Black Sea Region; Crimea Peninsula; Diplomacy; Economy; EU; Georgia crisis; Great powers; Hegemony; Military; NATO; Offensive realism; Power; Russia; Ukraine crisis; US;

    Abstract : The aim of this thesis is to examine Russia’s and the US behaviors and actions in the Ukraine crisis in order to understand why the conflict resulted in a geopolitical power struggle. Since the current debate is filled with biased information and propaganda, this thesis aims to observe the behaviors and actions from both sides objectively to get a comprehensive understanding of their involvement in the crisis. READ MORE

  5. 19. China: Friend or Foe? : Understanding the U.S Pacific Pivot to China's Confusing Confucianism

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Thomas Bjällstrand; [2014]
    Keywords : China; USA; Harmonious World; Peaceful Rise; Pivot; Mearsheimer; Confucianism; Offensive realism; Defensive realism;

    Abstract : The great strategic distrust between the two world largest economic and military powers is one of the most debated topics in contemporary international relations. This thesis question if the current hegemon view its new competitor as an offensive or defensive realist state and which policies should consequently be taken. READ MORE

  6. 20. Trust and Uncertainty in International Relations

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Adam Matheny; [2012]
    Keywords : International Relations; Offensive Realism; Trust; Cooperation; Certainty; John J. Mearsheimer; Philosophy of Science; Epistemology; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : The topic of international trust is contentious within International Relations. If states cannot trust each other doubts are cast on the possibility of them cooperating at all. According to offensive realism states can not trust each other because states can never be sure about other states’ intentions. READ MORE