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.

Amitav Acharya, a distinguished professor in international relations and UNESCO Chair, delves into 5,000 years of global history to challenge Eurocentric views. He argues that world order existed long before the West and discusses how non-Western civilizations have influenced cooperation and peace. Acharya critiques the dominance of Western narratives in international relations, emphasizing the role of cross-civilizational ideas. He advocates for learning from history to forge a more equitable future, framing the decline of the West as an opportunity, not a crisis.

Amitav Acharya, a distinguished professor at American University and author of "The Once and Future World Order," dives into the historical perspectives on global order. He challenges Eurocentrism, arguing that world order predates the West and has roots in diverse civilizations like Persia and Mesoamerica. Acharya discusses the implications of the West's decline, presenting the opportunity for a more equitable future driven by non-Western voices. He also examines the Indian Ocean's ancient trade systems as models for modern, pluralistic governance.