The environment in international relations
Hugh Dyer2001, The British Journal of Politics and International Relations
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The integration of environmental concerns into international relations has had significant implications for both theory and practice. The paper explores whether existing frameworks are sufficient to address these issues or if they necessitate a fundamental transformation in international policy. It evaluates various scholarly works on the relationship between sovereignty and environmental challenges and discusses the concept of global governance in light of ecological issues. Ultimately, it concludes that despite incremental approaches, the discipline of international relations may need to adapt more comprehensively to incorporate environmental factors.
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