This updated and revised second edition examines the conceptualisation and evolution of peace in International Relations (IR) theory. The book examines the concept of peace and its usage in the main theoretical debates in IR, including realism, liberalism, constructivism, critical theory and post-structuralism, as well as in the more direct debates on peace and conflict studies. It explores the…
Includes bibliographical references and index
Interpersonal Conflict examines the central issues that inform conflict and, in turn, make readers' personal and professional lives challenging and fascinating. With new cases and applications that reflect cultural changes that shape the ways people move through conflict, this new edition invites readers to reflect on, and better understand, conflict as it pertains to the unique vantage points …
A study on the revision of the chinese maritime code / Professor James Zhengliang Hu -- The legal framework surrounding the 'actual carrier' in the chinese maritime code / Professor Tingzhong Fu -- Crew negligence and 'civil' liabilities in carriage by sea : a comparative analysis / Dr. Meixian Song -- Bills of lading in bankers hands : does chinese legislation offer sufficient security? / Dr. …
This book explores the complex interplay between maritime insurance and piracy in the Indian Ocean, a crucial global trade route. Drawing on rich oral histories, this work delves into the lives of seafarers and insurance experts who confront the harsh realities of Somali piracy. Through a series of compelling case studies, including the notorious Maersk Alabama hijacking, the book sheds light o…
This book provides a comprehensive examination of direct-action rights within Protection and Indemnity (P&I) Clubs, a cornerstone of the maritime industry, providing robust insights into the interplay of legal frameworks and maritime insurance in an increasingly globalized industry. P&I Clubs provide shipowners with extensive liability coverage under rules largely governed by English law, due t…
The Historical Context of China's Maritime Power -- The Evolution of China's Military Strategy -- The Evolution of China's Maritime Strategy -- China's Maritime Strategy in the South China Sea - A Case Study -- Strategy for Build-up of China's Comprehensive Maritime Power -- Maritime Dimension of the Belt and Road Initiative