International Relation

The role of the state in Marxism

xthe bidding of corporations

‘Structural Marxism’: Role of state is to ensure overall stability of global capitalist economy

Constructivism

states and other major actors as well as the identities that guide these states and actors

Nation-states are not all alike

Political culture shapes foreign policy

Form of government shapes foreign policy

History shapes foreign policy

Domestic political trends and debates shape foreign policy

States have identity

State identity influences the way states interact with each other Examples:

China sensitivity to any policies of other states that threaten its unity and sovereignty

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