Against the backdrop of demonstrations in Seattle, Porto Alegre and Genoa and within the context of growing resistances to free trade and the current global trends, Global Tensions takes a close look at the challenges posed by the processes of globalization at the beginning of the twenty-first century. Composed of original essays by renowned scholars, this volume explores controversial topics such as free trade, women's rights, labor standards, the World Trade Organization and global tensions.

This book explores the tensions that have arisen in the diaspora as a result of large numbers of Russian migrants entering established overseas parishes following the collapse of the Soviet Union. These tensions, made more fervent by the increasing role of the Church as part of the expression of Russian identity and by the Church’s entry into the global ‘culture wars’, carry with them alternative views of a range of key issues – cosmopolitanism versus reservation, liberalism versus conservatism and ecumenism versus dogmatism. The book focuses on particular disputes, discusses the broader debates and examines the wider context of how the Russian Orthodox Church is evolving overall.

Explore the turbulent tides of our world's changing landscape in 'The Global Geopolitical Landscape and Rising Tensions.' This gripping book delves into the heart of international politics, providing an incisive analysis of the rising tensions that shape our uncertain future. From power struggles between superpowers to the delicate web of alliances that define our global order, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the forces shaping our world. Discover the key players, their motivations, and the intricate dance of diplomacy and conflict that keeps our planet in constant flux. Unearth the secrets behind rising tensions in regions hotspots, such as the South China Sea, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Gain insights into the impact of technology, climate change, and economic disparities on the geopolitical stage. With expert analysis and vivid storytelling, 'The Global Geopolitical Landscape and Rising Tensions' equips you to navigate the uncharted waters of our uncertain future. It's an essential read for anyone who wants to comprehend the forces that will define our world in the years to come. Don't be caught unprepared; arm yourself with knowledge and foresight. Grab your copy today and be ready to decipher the complex geopolitical puzzle that influences our world's destiny. Get ready to shape your future with a deeper understanding of our global geopolitical landscape!

Advances in Global Leadership, Volume 12 updates researchers and practitioners on the state of the field and ongoing research gaps. Part I presents new empirical studies; Part II features pioneering scholars and trainers in the Practitioner's Corner. Contributors range from well-known voices to newly minted scholars with fresh perspectives.

**Tensions Unveiled Understanding the Roots and Future of Global Conflicts** Dive deep into the intricate world of international conflicts with **Tensions Unveiled Understanding the Roots and Future of Global Conflicts**. This compelling eBook masterfully navigates the complex tapestry of global tensions, offering a thorough exploration that is both enlightening and gripping. **Chapter Highlights** - **Historical Context of International Conflicts** Unearth the echoes of ancient and medieval wars, colonial legacies, and the seismic shifts brought by world wars and the Cold War. This historical voyage provides a foundation for understanding today's geopolitical landscape. - **Economic Disparities as Catalysts** Examine how globalization, resource competition, and trade wars fuel international discord. This chapter meticulously unpacks the economic underpinnings that often drive nations to the brink. - **The Role of Ethnic and Religious Differences** Delve into the harrowing stories of ethnic conflicts, genocides, and religious wars. With case studies such as Yugoslavia and Rwanda, this section offers a poignant look at the human cost of division. - **Political Systems and International Tensions** Contrast democracy with authoritarianism, explore the instability of failed states, and investigate the overarching influence of superpowers in global affairs. - **Geopolitical Strategies and Alliances** From NATO and other military alliances to bilateral and multilateral treaties, understand the strategic maneuvers that shape global power structures. - **Cultural Conflicts in a Globalized World** Address the clash of civilizations, the complexities of migration, and the powerful role media plays in shaping public perception. - **Technological Advancements and Digital Warfare** Navigate the modern battlefield of cybersecurity threats, information wars, and the rise of artificial intelligence in conflict. - **Climate Change as a Conflict Driver** Explore the burgeoning issues of environmental refugees, resource scarcity, and the contentious nature of international climate agreements. - **Terrorism and Non-State Actors** Analyzing the motives, networks, and global financing behind terrorism, alongside the strategies to counteract these threats. - **International Institutions and Conflict Resolution** Learn about the pivotal roles played by the United Nations, international courts, and NGOs in mediating and resolving conflicts. Unparalleled in its breadth and depth, **Tensions Unveiled** equips readers with a comprehensive understanding of the factors that ignite and sustain global conflicts, inviting readers to consider innovative solutions and pathways to peace. Unlock the knowledge you need to truly understand our world's most pressing issues. Your journey into the heart of global conflict starts here.

Global Meaning Making disrupts and interrogates the contradictions and tensions in language and literacy global scholarship, reimagining global approaches that respect the histories, ways of knowing, needs, hopes and values of voices beyond the western, including those from the Global South.

The paper builds a unique industry-level dataset by combining Mexico’s nationally sourced inputoutput data (INEGI) with cross-country sources (WIOD, UN Comtrade). Using this dataset to exploit higher supply linkages across a larger number of industries than what is available in cross-country sources, the paper estimates the trade diversion effect on Mexico’s exports to the U.S. from two episodes, with a focus on the first: the U.S.-China trade tension in 2018 and the U.S. sanctions on Russia in 2014. Difference-in-differences, local projections and few other empirical methodologies are used. For the first episode, the paper finds higher trade diversion effects than estimates in literature. Output tariff plays an important role, and there is some evidence of a positive impact through downstream tariffs. The effects are stronger when nationally sourced input-output data is used compared to those derived from cross-country sources. Importantly, the magnitude of trade diversion across industries does not depend on Mexico’s industry-level trade exposure to the U.S., but rather on the U.S. tariff changes on Chinese goods, the decrease in imports from China, product substitutability with Chinese products, and (weakly) on Mexico’s GVC integration. Similarly, for the second episode, the paper finds positive trade diversion effects. Overall, the findings suggest that trade diversion effect might be higher than previously thought and the proper accounting of dataset and supply linkages makes a difference.

Drawing on eight case studies from key cities on the periphery of global cities literature, Relocating Global Cities argues that all cities are globalizing in important ways. Case studies of Frankfurt, Johannesburg, Bangkok, Manila, Tampa, Sydney, Brussels, and Caracas provide the basis for an alternative theoretical approach to global city formation. Reconciling a market-based understanding and an agency-based understanding of global cities, this book proposes that globalization and cities are mutually constituted by the global political economy engaging with transnational and local agents. The volume proposes an alternate theoretical approach to the literature of globalization while remaining grounded in concrete discussions of key cities. Its expert contributors reconcile the conflicting ways in which two dominant paradigms, one emphasizing market forces and the other the unique actions of individuals and groups, embody our understanding of global cities. This book will be of interest to students and researchers alike, and is a perfect complement to texts in Urban Studies and Globalization.

The challenge of teaching international studies is to help students think coherently about the multiple causes and effects of global problems. In International Studies: Global Forces, Interactions, and Tensions, award-winning scholars Scott Straus and Barry Driscoll introduce students to the foundations of the course; the major actors, institutions and theories; as well as the contemporary problems that will matter most to students. In the fully updated Second Edition, the authors give students a clear framework that pinpoints how key factors—forces, interactions, and tensions—contribute to current world events and global problems like human rights abuses, economic inequality, pandemic and global health responses, and food security. The book raises the bar for the Introduction to International Studies course and is relevant to students from a wide variety of backgrounds with diverse interests in geography, sociology, political science, and anthropology. Included with this text The online resources for your text are available via the password-protected Instructor Resource Site.