This article explores the interplay between economic hegemony and political alignment. Using theoretical and empirical insights from Broner et al. (2024), we posit that hegemonic states, such as the U.S., foster political alignment, which enhances globalization. We use UN voting data to proxy...

Afghanistan: A Place In Between -- Bhutan: A Changing Country Eyes China with Caution -- India: Rivals and Partners -- Kazakhstan: Trade and Oil: Central Asia at Stake -- Kyrgyzstan: A Leadership Role in Central Asia -- Laos: Southeast Asia’s Poorest Gain Access to Consumer Goods -- Myanmar:...

This book presents a methodological framework for the analysis of intercultural issues frequently misinterpreted by existing theories. It uses a challenge-and-response theory of cultural development to examine the relationship between different natural disasters and threats and the developments...