The Effect of Culture on Contemporary International Relations

  April 2007 source：Shanghai People"s Publishing House

Abstract: The book outlines the culture as an impact on contemporary international relations on two levels. The first level is about international relations. In spite of traditional IR theories that underscore approaches based on power and interest, the study of international cultures bases its analysis on cultural conceptions, especially cultural values. The second level is about international diplomacy, which of whatever country is not only driven by national interest, but also affected by unique cultural values.   Abstract: The book outlines the culture as an impact on contemporary international relations on two levels. The first level is about international relations. In spite of traditional IR theories that underscore approaches based on power and interest, the study of international cultures bases its analysis on cultural conceptions, especially cultural values. The second level is about international diplomacy, which of whatever country is not only driven by national interest, but also affected by unique cultural values.