International Relations (IR) theory refers to a field of study that seeks to understand the interactions between states, as well as non-state actors, in the international system. It provides frameworks and concepts to analyze and interpret the complex dynamics of international politics. IR theory explores questions related to the behavior of states, the causes of conflict and cooperation, the role of international institutions, and the impact of globalization, among other topics (McGlinchey & Gold, 2021 AU120: The in-text citation "McGlinchey & Gold, 2021" is not in the reference list. Please correct the citation, add the reference to the list, or delete the citation. ). In this chapter IR theory is treated as a scientific ontology - a great reservoir and a compartmentalization of studies, methods, and theories that will be supplemented by selected philosophical ontologies.
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The Geoeconomics of NATO's Responses to Russia's Invasion of Ukraine (2022-Present)
Piotr Pietrzak (Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski, Bulgaria & In Statu Nascendi Think Tank, Bulgaria)
Copyright: © 2024
|Pages: 38
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2837-8.ch001
Abstract
This chapter critically examines the unfolding dynamics of NATO's eastern flank in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine (2022-present). It underscores the paramount importance of NATO's defensive role and rigorously investigates the organization's robust response to the aggression, specifically in the proactive extension of both informal and formal support to Ukraine. The study delves into the geoeconomic considerations influencing the conflict, examining the impact on global geopolitics, economic trends, and the divergence of policies within NATO. Furthermore, the chapter introduces hypotheses, proposing a fundamental shift in the global economic relations. It discusses the role of democratic peace theory and the limitations of Putin's objectives in Ukraine and suggests the unlikelihood of a nuclear escalation in this conflict even if it worsens. The research underscores the complexity of decision-making amid geopolitical and geoeconomic intricacies, emphasizing the need for nuanced analysis beyond the battlefield.