Christian Pfeiffer – författare

This book provides a comprehensive and systematic analysis of the concept of geoeconomics in International Relations (IR). It offers an accessible overview of the most important approaches, including their history, means and ends, methodology, ideological underpinnings, normative aspects, and practical relevance.

Exploring the forgotten history of geoeconomics, and revealing its different meanings and usages over time, the author clearly differentiates geoeconomics from geopolitics on a conceptual level. This thorough examination of contemporary conceptions identifies shortcomings in the current understanding of geoeconomics and proposes a reconceptualization of the concept within a neoliberal framework, increasing its empirical usefulness and analytical value. By contrasting neoliberal geoeconomics with neorealist geoeconomics, the book highlights the normative implications of both approaches, providing policy analysts and makers with valuable insights into the topic.

This volume will be an important reference guide for understanding the concept of geoeconomics and a must-read for students and researchers of international relations, international political economy, economics, and political science, as well as professionals, such as policymakers and politicians.

This book provides a comprehensive and systematic analysis of the concept of geoeconomics in International Relations (IR). It offers an accessible overview of the most important approaches, including their history, means and ends, methodology, ideological underpinnings, normative aspects, and practical relevance.

Exploring the forgotten history of geoeconomics, and revealing its different meanings and usages over time, the author clearly differentiates geoeconomics from geopolitics on a conceptual level. This thorough examination of contemporary conceptions identifies shortcomings in the current understanding of geoeconomics and proposes a reconceptualization of the concept within a neoliberal framework, increasing its empirical usefulness and analytical value. By contrasting neoliberal geoeconomics with neorealist geoeconomics, the book highlights the normative implications of both approaches, providing policy analysts and makers with valuable insights into the topic.

This volume will be an important reference guide for understanding the concept of geoeconomics and a must-read for students and researchers of international relations, international political economy, economics, and political science, as well as professionals, such as policymakers and politicians.

This book explores Cuba''s fascinating political journey on the global stage, diving deeply into its complex political, economic, and ideological ties with major world powers and offering profound insights into the implications of these relationships. Through a comprehensive view of Cuba''s changing geopolitical stance, the book reveals the nation''s significant role in world politics.

It examines Cuba''s pursuit of self-determination and the challenges posed by increasing sanctions and evolving global dynamics in a multipolar world. While the United States remains a central figure, the book also highlights the diverse interests of other international players, such as China, Russia, the European Union, and Venezuela, in Cuba''s political, economic, and ideological landscape, and vice versa.

By situating Cuba within the broader context of global politics, this book not only provides valuable insights into the Caribbean nation but also offers crucial implications for the entire Latin American region and the Global South. It presents a multifaceted exploration of Cuba''s international relations, featuring perspectives from scholars across various geographical and ideological backgrounds, including Cuba, Germany, Scotland, Spain, the US, and Venezuela. The book''s uniqueness lies in its dedication to accommodating a wide range of political views, emphasizing the importance of plurality and the diverse political and ideological contexts from which these perspectives arise.

Ideal for students of history, international relations, political science, and Latin American studies, as well as policymakers and those intrigued by the intricacies of global politics, this book offers a comprehensive and indispensable resource.

Auswärtige Kulturpolitik (AKP) ist der gezielte Einfluss auf die internationalen Kulturbeziehungen durch eine staatlich koordinierte Politik, u. a. um Bürger anderer Länder mit dem kulturellen und sprachlichen Angebot des eigenen Landes zu erreichen. Das Ziel einer AKP kann variieren und von der Sympathie- und Imagewerbung bis zum gegenseitigen kulturellen Austausch oder der Verbindung von Kultur und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit reichen.

Deutschland gehört zu den Ländern mit einer umfangreichen und vielschichtigen AKP. Spanien hingegen gehört nicht zur außenkulturpolitischen „ersten Liga“. Das Land hat jedoch ein enormes Potential, seine kulturelle Ausstrahlung außenpolitisch zu nutzen. So verfügt es mit der spanischen Sprache und den mit Lateinamerika geteilten kulturellen Wurzeln über zwei Faktoren, die ihm eine prädestinierte Position auf dem internationalen Parkett verleihen könnten.