Neorealism in Robert Kagan’s essay “Of paradise and power: America and Europe in the New World Order“ Cover Image

Неореализам у есеју Роберта Кејгана „Оf paradise and power: America and Europe in the New World Order“
Neorealism in Robert Kagan’s essay “Of paradise and power: America and Europe in the New World Order“

Author(s): Dimitrije Milić
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense, Military policy, Geopolitics
Published by: Институт за европске студије
Keywords: United States of America; neorealism; Robert Kagan; Europe

Summary/Abstract: This article examines the neorealist perspective in Robert Kagan’s essay “Of Paradise and Power: America and Europe in the New World Order” focusing on the relationship between the United States and its European allies during the unipolar order following the Cold War. Kagan analyzes how the disparity in power between the U.S. and Europe shapes their respective foreign policies, with the U.S. favouring unilateral action and military strength, while Europe leans towards multilateralism and economic cooperation. The study highlights the influence of neorealism on Kagan’s views, though it also considers liberal institutionalism and the theory of democratic peace. The paper concludes that Kagan’s analysis primarily aligns with neorealism, emphasizing the role of power in international relations, while also acknowledging the complexities introduced by differing historical contexts and the unique position of European states within the global order.

  • Issue Year: IV/2025
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 96-117
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: English, Serbian
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