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State
Relations:
Analysis of diplomatic relations, bilateral and multilateral
agreements, and conflicts between states.
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International
Organisations:
Examination of the roles, functions, and effectiveness of
international organisations.
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Transnational
Forces:
Study of global phenomena transcending national boundaries,
including migration, terrorism, climate change, and globalisation.
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International
Security:
Investigation of security challenges, strategies, and responses at
the regional and global levels, including cybersecurity, terrorism,
and nuclear proliferation.
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Global
Economic Issues:
Research on economic trends, policies, and challenges impacting the
global economy, including trade agreements, economic development,
and financial crises.
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Foreign
Policies:
Examination of the foreign policies of various states, their
objectives, strategies, and implications for international
relations.
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Military
and Strategic Studies:
Study of military doctrines, strategies, and conflicts, including
defence policies, arms control, and military technology.
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Global
Economic Policy:
Analysis of policies addressing economic issues at the global level,
including monetary policy coordination, trade agreements, and
development assistance.
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International
Cultural Policy:
Exploration of policies and initiatives aimed at promoting cultural
exchange, preservation of cultural heritage, and fostering cultural
diplomacy in the international arena.
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Theory
and Methodology of International Relations:
Exploration of theoretical frameworks, research methodologies, and
interdisciplinary approaches to studying international relations and
prospective analysis.
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Prospective
Analysis:
Prospective or Foresight analysis is not about predicting the
future. Instead, it aims to identify the drivers of change in
reality to analyse their possible evolution and thereby construct
scenarios to either pursue (if the outcomes are positive) or avoid
and prevent (if they are negative). To do this, it is necessary to
consider international relations phenomena from a systemic
perspective, understand which variables are decisive, establish
patterns, and identify factors that could radically alter the
morphology of that reality. We particularly encourage authors to
develop these insights in the form of Research
Notes and Policy
Briefs.
Research Notes are short, focused analyses that present preliminary
findings, innovative ideas, or new research questions related to
prospective analysis in international relations. These notes should
provide a concise but insightful exploration of emerging trends and
potential future developments. Policy Briefs are practical and
actionable documents that summarise key findings from prospective
analysis and offer recommendations for policymakers. These briefs
should highlight scenarios that decision-makers need to either
pursue or avoid, based on the systemic analysis of international
relations phenomena.