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Bound to Change: German Foreign Policy in the Networked Order
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Abstract What are the primary sources of power in the evolving international order? This paper argues that governments of rising regional powers increasingly engage in informal advocacy, mediation and substitution networks to pursue their interests in the multipolar system. It provides empirical evidence for... view more
What are the primary sources of power in the evolving international order? This paper argues that governments of rising regional powers increasingly engage in informal advocacy, mediation and substitution networks to pursue their interests in the multipolar system. It provides empirical evidence for this claim by illustrating how Germany, described by many as Europe's current hegemon, entered or established multilateral networks to ameliorate its negotiation position. As one of the world's most connected states, Germany found itself structurally bound to participating in and seeking to shape multiple informal institutions. Not only due to it's lack of military power, Germany is thus likely to evolve into a state whose foreign policy effectiveness depends to a relatively large degree on its 'network power'. The pecularities of its political system, its European socialization and increasing international demands for German diplomatic leadership present conducive conditions for Berlin to play a protagonist role in the networked world order.... view less
Keywords
international relations; foreign policy; multilateralism; international system; negotiation; Federal Republic of Germany
Classification
International Relations, International Politics, Foreign Affairs, Development Policy
Document language
English
Publication Year
2017
Page/Pages
p. 251-269
Journal
Rising Powers Quarterly, 2 (2017) 1
Issue topic
Russia's Dual Roles in Global Politics as a Traditional Great Power and a Rising Power
ISSN
2547-9423
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed
Licence
Deposit Licence - No Redistribution, No Modifications