Summaries of books about International Relations:
The German Economy
Beyond the Social Market
Horst Siebert
The book provides an analysis of Germany's economic system, examining the challenges and inefficiencies within its social market economy. It discusses the need for reform in various sectors, including labor, welfare, and regulatory frameworks, to enhance competitiveness and adapt to globalization.
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The Conundrum of Russian Capitalism
The Post-Soviet Economy in the World System
Ruslan Dzarasov
The book critically examines the development of the Russian economy post-Soviet Union, analyzing its capitalist structure within the global economic system. It explores the challenges Russia faces, including oligarchic dominance, integration into world markets, and the struggle to modernize and diversify its economy.
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The Risk Pivot
Great Powers, International Security, and the Energy Revolution
Bruce D. Jones, David Steven
The book examines the intersection of energy transitions, international security, and the strategic maneuvers of great powers in the context of a global shift towards renewable energy sources. It explores how this energy revolution impacts geopolitical stability, influences the balance of power, and presents both challenges and opportunities for international governance and conflict prevention.
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Fast Forward
Ethics and Politics in the Age of Global Warming
William Antholis, Strobe Talbott
The book examines the ethical and political challenges posed by global warming, advocating for urgent, coordinated action to address the climate crisis. It discusses the roles of various international players, including governments, NGOs, and the private sector, in implementing effective policies and strategies to mitigate environmental impact and adapt to changing conditions.
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China's Futures
Scenarios for the World's Fastest Growing Economy, Ecology, and Society
James Ogilvy|Peter Schwartz
The book presents a set of scenarios exploring various paths that China's economic, ecological, and social development might take in the future. It examines the implications of these potential futures for China and the rest of the world, considering factors like globalization, environmental challenges, and societal changes.
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Havens in a Storm
The Struggle for Global Tax Regulation
J. C. Sharman
The book examines the international battle over taxing offshore finance, focusing on the role of small island economies in the global financial system. It explores the tension between wealthy nations seeking to enforce tax compliance and the smaller jurisdictions that have carved out niches as tax havens, analyzing the political and economic implications of this struggle.
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The Kremlin Playbook 2
The Enablers
Heather A. Conley|Ruslan Stefanov|Donatienne Ruy|Martin Vladimirov
The book provides an in-depth analysis of how Western financial and legal systems are exploited by corrupt actors from Russia and other states to launder money and spread malign influence. It also offers policy recommendations for Western governments to counter these practices and protect their institutions from such infiltration.
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Humanitarian Logistics
Meeting the Challenge of Preparing for and Responding to Disasters and Complex Emergencies
Graham Heaslip, Peter Tatham
The book provides an in-depth exploration of the processes and challenges involved in the preparation and execution of logistics in disaster relief and complex emergency situations. It covers topics such as supply chain management, coordination among agencies, and the use of technology and innovation to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian operations.
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Regions and the World Economy
The Coming Shape of Global Production, Competition, and Political Order: The Coming Shape of Global Production, Competition and Political Order
Allen J. Scott
The book examines the evolving global economic landscape, focusing on the role of regions in shaping production, competition, and governance. It discusses the impact of globalization on local economies and the emergence of new patterns of trade and political organization.
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The Kremlin Playbook 3
Keeping the Faith
Heather A. Conley|Donatienne Ruy
The report examines how the Russian government has used its influence in the religious sphere to advance its geopolitical agenda and undermine Western cohesion. It analyzes the strategies employed by Russia to co-opt religious institutions and narratives, particularly within the Orthodox Christian community, to bolster its domestic legitimacy and project power abroad.
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