Power and responsibility in world affairs : reformation versus transformation

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Author:

Nolan, Cathal J.

ISBN:

9780275966690

Publication Information:

Westport, Conn. : Praeger, 2004.

Physical Description:

xi, 251 p. ; 25 cm.

Series:

Humanistic perspectives on international relations,

Series Title:

Humanistic perspectives on international relations, 1535-0363

Contents:

Introduction / Cathal J. Nolan -- I. Framework of international relations. The evolution of great power rights and responsibilities / Cathal J. Nolan -- At the frontiers of international law / David Fromkin -- Sovereignty as a doctrine of moderation / Robert H. Jackson -- II. Responsible exercise of power. Waging the war of words : the promotion of American interests and ideals abroad during the Cold War -- Gauging China's capabilities and intentions under Deng and Mao / Sijin Cheng -- The failure of Europe : power and irresponsibility / Carl C. Hodge -- III. Obligations of power. Power and responsibility in international criminal law / Dorothy V. Jones -- Multilateralism and the U.S. national interest / Stewart Patrick -- Self-defense, security, and responsibility : India and the right to possess nuclear weapons / William W. Bain.

Subject Term:

International relations -- Moral and ethical aspects.

Power (Social sciences)

Added Author:

Nolan, Cathal J.

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Summary

This volume presents the idea that great power carries with it great moral obligation to reform the international system. It is centrally concerned with the nature and operation of international moral norms. It shows that great secular power correlates to an increased moral responsibility for the just conduct of the world. This work also emphasizes the often overlooked fact that important normative constraints on power exist already, so that even Great powers must act with a degree of restraint and prudence.

Highlights a timely debate about the goals and ambitions of liberal Great Powers, no longer constrained from intervention by the balance of terror of the Cold War. Features cross-cultural issues, essays, and contributors from Europe, North America, and Asia. Arguments are concerned with pragmatic international ethics, not theory, and are written in a clear and concise manner.