Exploring Balance of Power Beyond Waltz: Examining the Pros and Cons of Its Relevance Today
According to Kenneth Waltz, “‘balance of power’ occurs when, given “two coalitions” formed in the international system, secondary states, if free to choose, will side with the weaker, so as to avoid being threatened by the stronger side” (Waltz, 2010). In simpler words, I would describe ‘Balance of Power’ as a scenario where no … Read more