Volume XVIII Spring 2013

Namrata Goswami provides insight into the complex interplay between balance of power strategies and liberal institutionalism in East Asia, shedding light on the region's quest for stability. Ramon Pacheco Pardo explores the repercussions of global financial crises on EU-East Asia relations, highlighting the intricate linkages between economic turbulence and diplomatic engagements. G. V. C. Naidu elucidates India's strategic orientation with its Look East Policy, underscoring the country's expanding footprint in the region. Alexandre Uehara and Guilherme Casarões analyze Brazil's evolving role in shaping world politics, particularly in its engagement with East Asia, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of contemporary global affairs. Suisheng Zhao dissects Chinese foreign policy, navigating the complexities of a rising power endeavoring to assert its place on the world stage.

Sadık Ünay examines China's transition from a stance of engagement to one of contention in the global political economy, offering nuanced perspectives on the implications of this shift. Hasan B. Yalçın provides insights into proactive strategies of avoidance in navigating geopolitical tensions, drawing from recent events such as the 1 March incident. Lastly, Zaur Shiryev, Celia Davies, and Cory Welt delve into the intricacies of the Türkiye-Armenia-Azerbaijan triangle, offering valuable insights into unexpected outcomes and normalization efforts amidst the Karabakh conflict. Through these diverse perspectives, this volume offers a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted dynamics shaping East Asia's geopolitical landscape and its implications for global politics.

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