Samuel P. Huntington

The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

17:59 min

Politics, History

368 pages, 1996

In a world reshaped by cultural identities, Samuel P. Huntington's work challenges our understanding of global politics. This short explores how civilizations, not ideologies, now drive international relations. Huntington examines the decline of Western dominance and the rise of Asian influence, revealing a shifting balance of power that threatens long-held assumptions. The author presents a compelling case for why cultural differences fuel conflicts and how Western attempts to spread democracy face increasing resistance. By analyzing these complex dynamics, Huntington offers a roadmap for navigating a multipolar world. Given the future of international relations, embracing cultural diversity and fostering cooperation among civilizations is essential for global stability. Ultimately, this short presents a framework to comprehend and address the challenges of our evolving world order, offering a new perspective on current and future global dynamics.

Samuel P. Huntington

Samuel P. Huntington was a renowned American political scientist who served as a professor at Harvard University for over five decades. He made significant contributions to the fields of political development, civil-military relations, and international relations. Huntington's theories on the clash of civilizations and the challenges of modernization have profoundly influenced academic discourse and policy debates in political science and international affairs.

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Cultural groups now shape world politics more than political ideologies. Major civilizations like Western, Islamic, and Sinic define international relationships and potential disagreements.

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