Cooperation and Conflict
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Insights into Cooperation and Conflict
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- International Relations Theory:
The journal explores various theoretical frameworks within International Relations, including normative power, constructivism, and post-colonial theories, to analyze global political dynamics. - Peace and Conflict Studies:
A core area of focus involves the examination of peace processes, conflict resolution strategies, and the roles of various actors in fostering peace in post-conflict settings. - Geopolitical Analysis:
The journal addresses contemporary geopolitical issues, including climate change, security in the Arctic, and the implications of military cooperation on global stability. - Gender and International Politics:
There is a consistent emphasis on gender dynamics within international relations, particularly how gendered perspectives influence peacebuilding, security policies, and diplomatic practices. - Cultural and Emotional Dimensions:
Research in the journal often delves into the cultural and emotional aspects of international relations, such as the role of narratives, emotions in diplomacy, and the significance of status symbols. - Transitional Justice and Human Rights:
The journal contributes to discussions on transitional justice, human rights violations, and the implications of international law for state behavior and global governance.
Trending and Emerging
- Climate Change and Security:
Recent publications highlight the intersection of climate change and security, exploring how environmental issues impact geopolitical stability and necessitate innovative responses from states and international organizations. - Narratives and Ontological Security:
There is a growing interest in how narratives shape ontological security, particularly in the context of conflicts like the Syrian civil war, indicating a trend towards understanding identity and security through storytelling. - Emotional Politics and Peacebuilding:
Research increasingly emphasizes the role of emotions in peacebuilding processes, addressing how emotional narratives and experiences influence conflict resolution and reconciliation efforts. - Gender and Peace Processes:
The journal is seeing a rise in studies examining the role of gender in peace processes, highlighting the importance of inclusive approaches and the impact of gender norms on conflict dynamics. - Digital and Post-digital Studies:
Emerging themes related to digital technologies and their implications for peacebuilding and conflict management are becoming prevalent, reflecting the evolving landscape of international relations in a digital age. - Local Agency in Global Governance:
The focus on local actors and their agency within global governance frameworks is becoming increasingly prominent, challenging traditional top-down approaches and emphasizing grassroots contributions to peace and security.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Power Politics:
Research centered on traditional notions of power politics and state-centric analyses has seen a decrease, as newer frameworks emphasize emotional, cultural, and symbolic dimensions of international relations. - Static Normative Frameworks:
There is a noticeable waning interest in static normative frameworks that do not account for the fluid and dynamic nature of contemporary global interactions, as scholars increasingly seek more adaptable and context-sensitive approaches. - Military-centric Security Studies:
Themes focusing solely on military strategies and defense mechanisms are appearing less frequently, as the journal shifts towards broader discussions that include human security and socio-political factors. - Eurocentric Perspectives:
Research with a predominantly Eurocentric view is declining, reflecting a growing emphasis on non-European perspectives and the experiences of Global South countries in international relations.
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