In the Thinking Borders series Professor Shahram Khosravi discusses autoethnography, personal narratives, the ethics of writing about others, Iran, border resistance and more.

People can move across continents quicker and cheaper than ever, so seeking entirely new borders based on snapshot demographic pictures has become more futile.

Jimmy Lai’s persecution stems from Deng Xiaoping’s distorted view of sovereignty and his rewriting of Hong Kong’s history.

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has firmly discredited the Russian historical narrative, which threatens Latvia’s national unity.

Policymakers and authorities should pay attention to the influence that extreme right-wing views and meme subcultures may carry online but they must move beyond long-discredited myths.

Irreverent and incisive, Fiume o Morte! reimagines D’Annunzio’s Fiume venture, exposing the theatrical roots of nationalist politics and the contested memories left behind.

The international system prioritizes the stability of sovereign states over the rights of citizens of individual states.

If we claim to teach “global justice,” “decolonisation,” or “critical inquiry,” then confronting scholasticide is not optional—it is a test of the very values we profess.

Roland Bleiker, the Keynote Speaker of the BISA Conference 2025, speaks about emotions and visuality in international politics, the conference, advice to young scholars and more.

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International…

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International Rel...

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International Rel...

Roland Bleiker, the Keynote Speaker of the BISA Conference 2025, speaks about emotions and visuality in international politics, the conference, advice to young scholars and more.

Emma Salisbury discusses defence policy, naval strategy, and military innovation, analysing how shifting global dynamics shape UK security and AUKUS ties.

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The Thinking Global Team bring to you the highlights from Day 3 of the British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference 2025 in Belfast.

The Thinking Global Team bring to you the highlights from Day 2 of the British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference 2025 in Belfast.

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Thinking Global · Episode

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International…

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International…

E-International Relations will be attending the 2025 British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference in Belfast and recording for our podcast.

Trump’s policies highlight a far-right backwardness that impacts the global development world exponentially; whether those in power can sustain the impacts is to be seen.

Trump’s policies highlight a far-right backwardness that impacts the global development world exponentially; whether those in power can sustain the impacts is to be seen.

The more doubt there is that the US will support Ukraine, the better the future trajectory of the war is from the Russian perspective.

With growing international investments, optimism from the West, and a rising popular interim government, Syria’s growing regional standing can restore stability to the country.

Bangladesh’s humanitarian corridor controversy has underscored the delicate balance Bangladesh must strike between humanitarian responsibilities and strategic imperatives.

The prize for the 2025 Article Award is publication on E-International Relations and £1500 (GBP) in scholarly books and subscriptions, provided courtesy of our sponsors. Each year, E-International…

E-International Relations will be attending the 2025 British International Studies Association (BISA) Conference in Belfast and recording for our podcast.

Anders Wivel explores how small states navigate global politics by linking theory and practice, challenging disciplinary silos, and shaping international order.

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If Germany’s new coalition moves away from a distinctly feminist foreign policy approach, it would mean they will move away from a commitment to social transformation.

Trump’s break with traditional diplomatic norms is a potential pivot point where new expectations and possibilities for state behaviour may emerge.