Malte Brosig Livres

The volume is written for young researchers who are teaching at undergraduate level and are interested in further developing their teaching skills and publishing record. The authors of the book have compiled a volume that is rich in experience and presents innovative methods to modern teaching in political science.The book follows a practice-oriented approach in teaching and assists the reader with inspiration and concrete examples when designing courses that are often theory loaded.

Focusing on marginal actors within the global order, this book critiques traditional analyses that prioritize powerful entities. It introduces an analytical framework for African agency, exploring policy options that range from accommodation to system transformation, influenced by external conditions like global order dynamics. The text emphasizes the importance of African agency in shaping global relations. It also examines four key policy areas: peace and security, international criminal justice, economics and trade, and responses to COVID-19, highlighting their significance in the broader context of global order.

Focusing on peacekeeping in Africa, the book analyzes the formation of an African security regime complex by various actors. It delves into the dynamics of regional cooperation, the challenges faced in maintaining peace, and the evolving roles of local and international stakeholders in fostering security across the continent. Through detailed exploration, it highlights the intricate relationships and strategies that shape peacekeeping efforts in Africa.

The book delves into the involvement of BRICS countries in large-scale armed conflicts, highlighting their deviation from Western foreign policy and their role in shaping a multi-polar world order. It presents a typology of response types, ranging from cooperative multilateral actions to unilateral military interventions. The author analyzes six key variables influencing these responses, including proximity to conflict and economic interests. Case studies of Libya, Syria, South Sudan, and Ukraine illustrate the diverse engagement strategies employed by BRICS nations in these conflicts.