Foreign Policy Strategy & Politics in a New Era: Unilateralism vs. Multilateralism

This content explores contrasting approaches in foreign policy strategy, delving into the concepts of Unilateralism and Multilateralism as seen through the lens of key political figures like GW Bush and Clinton/Obama. It delves into the nuances of power dynamics, hegemony, and the role of international institutions in shaping global diplomacy. The Obama Diplomatic Strategy is highlighted for its emphasis on alliances, partnerships, and engaging with adversaries. The role of domestic politics in influencing foreign policy decisions is also underscored.

• Foreign Policy
• Unilateralism
• Multilateralism
• Global Diplomacy
• Obama Diplomatic Strategy

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1. Foreign Policy Strategy and FP Politics in a New Era W - 6

2. 11/9 & 9/11 Post-Cold war Era: We know more about what it is not than about what it is Unilateralism vs. Multilateralism

3. Unilateralism (GW Bush) Unipolarity Power Benevolent Hegemony National, Not Global Interests Inefficacy of multilateralism Conservative domestic politics

4. Multilateralism (Clinton, Obama) International Institutionalism Power-Influence Conversion Not-so-benign Hegemony National and Global Interests Correct, not reject Liberal Domestic Politics

5. The Obama Diplomatic Strategy Engagement Build on the strength of long-standing alliances and friendships Build-up newer partnerships and relationships Talk with adversaries Renew America s Peace-brockering role Use all the tools in the toolkit Work with, not around, international institutions

6. Cont. Obama as FP leader Obama and Congress The Obama FP Team