Amitav Acharya

Join distinguished professor Amitav Acharya, an expert on international relations, as he dives into his book's compelling insights on world order's evolution. He traces its origins to Mesopotamia, discussing how ancient diplomacy informs today's geopolitics. Acharya critiques the oversimplified Thucydides Trap when analyzing U.S.-China tensions. He also explores democracy's fragility compared to monarchy's resilience, emphasizing the importance of mutual learning across civilizations. His optimistic view on cross-civilizational exchanges offers a fresh perspective on global dynamics.