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Realism, :smiley: - Coggle Diagram
Realism
Key actors
States
In a lawless international order, states are viewed as independent entities that protect their national interests.
Individuals
Realist philosophy frequently considers state interests to be more important or essential than those of non-state actors, such as private citizens, NGOs, and international organizations.
Major Theorists
Kenneth Waltz
By removing realism's unprovable 17 International Relations Theory assumptions about human nature, he modernized international relations. Since he placed a strong emphasis on the concept of "structure" in his explanation, his contribution was known as "structural realism" or "neorealism":
Niccolò Machiavelli
He concentrated on the impact of fundamental human traits on national security. Also, the majority of leaders at the time were men, which has an impact on the realist view of politics. I
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Beliefs about change
Realism theory frequently expresses pessimism over the likelihood of meaningful change in the global system. Realists contend that it is challenging to accomplish meaningful development or cooperation due to the anarchic nature of the system, the self-interested actions of states, and the absence of strong international institutions. They contend that states are more prone to act in their own best interests and start wars in order to consolidate their authority and acquire resources.
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