Theory
X theory holds that the nature of the international structure is defined by its ordering principle, anarchy, and by the distribution of capabilities
structural realism
What does Samuel Huntington argue?
argued that future wars would be fought not between countries, but between cultures
What does NATO stand for
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
X is a catchphrase inspired by the trend where people share what their "X" is, meaning something that they think about very often
Roman Empire
Where is Ryan from
Calgary, Hong Kong also acceptable answer
X is a social theory that asserts that significant aspects of international relations are shaped by ideational factors
constructivism
What does Robert Gilpin argue?
the cyclical nature of world culminating in the hegemon
Members of BRICS?
Brazil, Russia, India, China, SA
Gaddafi
What is Ryan's thesis topic?
State recognition
X is a political and economic ideology that advocates the protection of civil liberties and laissez-faire economic freedom by limiting the power of the central government.
classical liberalism
What does Mandelbaum argue about major war?
it is obsolete because of the development of weapons
Name of China's global infrastructure development strategy
Belt and Road Initiative
To criticize Xi Jin Ping, what cartoon character do netizens compare him to?
Winnie the Pooh
what was Ryan's major in undergrad? (Double-major)
International Relations and Law & Society
X is a theory of international relations that holds that international cooperation between states is feasible and sustainable, and that such cooperation can reduce conflict and competition.
What does Charles Kupchan argue?
League of democracies, no bueno
What does Brand and O'Hanlon argue to be the US's counterterrorism strategy?
medium-footprint model
King of Jordan Abdullah's favorite TV show
Star Trek
What languages can Ryan speak fluently?
English, French, Cantonese, and Mandarin
X is a theory of international relations, it indicates that the international system is more likely to remain stable when a single state is the dominant world power
Hegemonic stability theory
the 4 types of explanations for annexation of Ukraine, argued by Gotz
(1) decision-maker explanations focusing on Putin’s personality traits and worldviews; (2) domestic political accounts emphasizing the Kremlin’s efforts to deflect attention from internal failures; (3) ideational accounts explaining Russia’s near abroad assertion with reference to its national identity and desire for international status; and (4) geopolitical accounts highlighting power and security considerations.
the main bodies of the UN?
GA,UNSC, Economic and Social Counci, Trusteeship. ICJ, Secretariat
What famous international athletic event did Forrest Gump participate in?
Ping Pong Diplomacy
What hobby did Ryan recently pick up to replace the void that is rugby?