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- ISBN 9781041372257
- Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 04 Aug 2026
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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This title examines the evolving role of the Global South in contemporary international relations. It addresses conceptual foundations, diplomatic history from NAM to G20, and comparative trajectories of India and China. The book covers theoretical perspectives including postcolonial and decolonial approaches, strategic and economic power dynamics, and also:
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Examines conceptual foundations and contested meanings of the Global South with emphasis on diplomatic history from Non-Aligned Movement to G20 and comparative analysis of India and China leadership trajectories.
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Addresses theoretical perspectives including postcolonial, decolonial and critical approaches in International Relations theory with focus on strategic and economic power dynamics in the Global South.
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Analyzes soft power assets, aspirations and asymmetries across Global South nations with examination of South-South cooperation institutions, development models and partnership frameworks.
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Discusses diaspora networks and people-to-people linkages with comparative experiences from Global South countries and India's role in addressing non-traditional security threats.
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Covers external pressures, strategic agency and internal challenges facing Global South nations with analysis of China-India contest for influence and fragmented solidarities in the region.
This title has been co-published with Knowledge World Publishers. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri lanka.
Aastha Agarwal is Assistant Professor at University of Delhi. Her research focuses on India's cultural diplomacy and soft power in international relations.
B. Parkash is Program Coordinator in the Department of Political Science at Baba Mastnath University, Rohtak. He has over 38 years of experience in research and teaching in political science and international relations.
