Balance of Power vs. Empire in International Relations: A Global Study (2022–2025)
- Abstract:
- Why have some international systems seen power-balancing between competing Great Powers, while others have been dominated by a single empire? Drawing from European history, International Relations (IR) scholars have conventionally assumed that international systems tend towards a balance of power. Yet recent analyses of East Asia highlight the historical dominance of successive Chinese empires. Other, neglected regional systems vary between these extremes. IR scholars lack an explanation of when and why international systems tend towards balance of power or empire. This project aims to fill this knowledge gap. With US hegemony in doubt, and China rapidly rising, understanding what drives change in international systems is urgent.
- Grant type:
- ARC Discovery Projects
- Researchers:
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Associate Professor
School of Political Science and International StudiesFaculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
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- Funded by:
- Australian Research Council
