Revista Brasileira de Politica Internacional
Scope & Guideline
Navigating the Complexities of Global Politics
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Analysis of Brazilian Foreign Policy:
The journal critically examines Brazil's foreign policy decisions, strategies, and their implications on regional and global scales, often contextualizing them within historical and contemporary frameworks. - Regional Integration and Cooperation:
It explores themes of regionalism, particularly in Latin America, assessing the dynamics of regional organizations like Mercosur and Unasur, and their impact on international relations. - Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power:
The journal investigates how cultural factors influence diplomatic relations and the role of soft power in shaping international perceptions and alliances. - Security Studies and Geopolitics:
A significant focus on security issues, analyzing the geopolitical landscape and Brazil's strategic positioning amidst global power shifts. - Sustainable Development and Global Governance:
The journal addresses the intersection of international relations with sustainable development goals and global governance frameworks, particularly in response to challenges like climate change and health crises. - Methodological Innovations in IR:
It promotes methodological advancements in the study of international relations, encouraging diverse analytical frameworks and critical approaches to understanding complex global phenomena.
Trending and Emerging
- Impact of Populism on Foreign Policy:
Emerging discussions around populist movements, particularly in the context of Brazil under Bolsonaro, highlight how domestic political shifts are influencing international relations and regional organizations. - Geopolitical Shifts and Emerging Powers:
Increased focus on the role of emerging powers, particularly Brazil, India, and South Africa, in reshaping global governance frameworks and their implications for international order. - Health Diplomacy and Global Cooperation:
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a rise in research surrounding health diplomacy, emphasizing the need for international cooperation in addressing global health crises and their socio-political ramifications. - Gender and International Relations:
A growing trend in examining gender perspectives within international relations, assessing the implications of gendered narratives and policies in foreign diplomacy and peacekeeping efforts. - Sustainability and Environmental Politics:
Heightened attention to sustainability issues, particularly how environmental challenges intersect with international relations, governance, and policy-making in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Declining or Waning
- Historical Analysis of Early 20th Century Diplomacy:
While historical analyses have been a staple of the journal, particularly studies focusing on early 20th-century events, such as the Paris Peace Conference, recent publications suggest a waning interest in these topics compared to contemporary issues. - Traditional Theories of International Relations:
The emphasis on classical theories of international relations, such as realism and liberalism, has seen a decline, as the journal increasingly prioritizes critical and interdisciplinary approaches that challenge these traditional paradigms. - Focus on Bilateral Relations:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies centered on bilateral relations, particularly those that do not connect to broader regional or global themes, as the journal shifts towards more complex multilateral and regional analyses. - Crisis Management Frameworks:
Research on crisis management within the context of international relations appears to be less frequent, suggesting a potential shift towards more proactive and integrative approaches to global governance.
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