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A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy from Cambridge University Press. From 2024 International Theory is an open access journal. cambridge.org/int IRsky

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Sequencing binding and non-binding agreements: the case of outer space governance - cup.org/45BX2K4

- @jfmorin.bsky.social & @paulinepic.bsky.social

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05.08.2025 10:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

What should Global IR try to be, and where should it go? Read the exchange in IT, hot off the press!

02.08.2025 17:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Reply to โ€˜How (not) to advance Global IR: a rejoinderโ€™ - cup.org/45b9yPh

- Michael Barnett & @aysezarakol.bsky.social

#FirstView

31.07.2025 12:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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How (not) to advance Global IR: a rejoinder - cup.org/3U5QLQk

"Our engagement with the evolving debates in Global IR seeks to fulfil the promise of a more global and diverse discipline."

- Yong-Soo Eun, Peter Marcus Kristensen & Deepshikha Shahi

#FirstView

31.07.2025 12:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Cover of Exit from International Organizations by Inken von Borzyskowski and Felicity Vabulas

Cover of Exit from International Organizations by Inken von Borzyskowski and Felicity Vabulas

A theoretically grounded and empirically systematic study of exit from international organizations across 198 states, 534 IOs, and 100 years.

Exit from International Organizations by Inken von Borzyskowski and Felicity Vabulas

#Politics ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ“š

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21.07.2025 20:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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#OpenAccess publication in โ€ชInternational Theory is paid for through a series of funding routes designed to ensure that every author, irrespective of their circumstances, can publish #OA.

Find out more - cup.org/3Qm0Nev

A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

#OCIS2025

10.07.2025 07:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Through the surrealist looking glass: international theory, imagination, and the Anthropocene - cup.org/4eDsv1v

"surrealismโ€™s legacy for international theorizing lies in its capacity to provoke radical reimaginings of the political status quo"

- Rens van Munster

#FirstView

08.07.2025 08:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Logo of International Theory with the hashtag 'OpenAccess', featuring a stylized globe in the background.

Prepare for #OCIS2025 later this week at UNSW Sydney and browse all of our #OpenAccess articles here -

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International Theory - A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

07.07.2025 10:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Graphic representing '5 Open Access Myths' with the number 5 prominently displayed, set against a stylized shield background in orange.

Common myths about #OpenAccess publishing include...

... it's lower quality
... it's expensive
... payment equals acceptance

Find out the truth and discover how your research can benefit from the #OA Advantage ๐Ÿ”— cup.org/45Gt7B6

25.06.2025 10:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Front cover of 'On Global Learning: Pragmatic Constructivism, International Practice and the Challenge of Global Governance' by Jason Ralph

Front cover of 'On Global Learning: Pragmatic Constructivism, International Practice and the Challenge of Global Governance' by Jason Ralph

'On Global Learning: Pragmatic Constructivism, International Practice and the Challenge of Global Governance' by @jasonralph.bsky.social is now available using our #BISA2025 30% discount.

Browse here - cup.org/3STKoPB

Add your selection to your basket and use code 102385 at check out.

18.06.2025 15:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Banner for the British International Studies Association featuring text 'Conference Offers' on a dark teal striped background.

#BISA2025 took place last week.

If you were unable to attend, you can still use the 30% discount on our titles on display, just add any of the books to your basket and use code 102385 at check out.

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27.06.2025 15:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
EWIS 2025 graphic reads: #EWIS2025. 12th European Workshops in International Studies. Hybrid, Liminal, Ambiguous? International Politics 'In-between'. 2-4 July 2025. Jagiellonian University in Krakรณw, Poland.

EWIS 2025 graphic reads: #EWIS2025. 12th European Workshops in International Studies. Hybrid, Liminal, Ambiguous? International Politics 'In-between'. 2-4 July 2025. Jagiellonian University in Krakรณw, Poland.

๐ŸŽ‰ There are just two days to go before we welcome many of you to #EWIS2025 in Krakow!

๐Ÿ“ธ We'll be sharing updates and photos via social media throughout the week - make sure to tag us or use the hashtag #EWIS2025!

30.06.2025 06:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Banner for the British International Studies Association featuring text 'Conference Offers' on a dark teal striped background.

#BISA2025 is under way at the Europa Hotel in Belfast.

If you are unable to visit the book exhibition, you can still use the 30% discount on our titles on display, just add any of the books to your basket and use code 102385 at check out.

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18.06.2025 10:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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We invite authors to submit original theoretically oriented articles on the positive, legal, and/or normative aspects of world politics, or on the history of the development of ideas relating to the field of International Relations.

cup.org/3TeP02O

10.06.2025 13:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Promotional graphic for International Theory journal featuring the text 'International Theory' and '#OpenAccess' over a background image of a globe.

International Theory - Volume 17 - Issue 1 - cup.org/3CUE0mz

A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

#OpenAccess

30.05.2025 11:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

๐Ÿง  As the world changes, we need to adapt our thinking about the potential for democracy beyond the nation state.

๐Ÿ“˜ Excited to share this new open access article in International Theory!

โ“๏ธIn it, I ask: How can we think about democracy when governing happens in informal, transboundary networks?

16.05.2025 21:30 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Rethinking democracy in global network governance: norm polysemy, pluralism, and agonistic engagement - cup.org/3YKL8K8

- @kilianspandler.bsky.social

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15.05.2025 09:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Logo with the text 'IO Call for Submissions' on a navy blue background.

DEADLINE: June 15, 2025

Call for Submissions from @iojournal.bsky.social -

Special Section on the Future of IR

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In fall 2025, IO will publish a supplemental, online-only issue of the journal, focused on the Future of Global Governance and World Order.

14.05.2025 13:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

It's publication day!

Take a look if you are curious about the narrative modes through which states pursue world heritage recognition

08.05.2025 12:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Confirming, suturing and transforming international recognition: the case of world heritage - cup.org/4de49e6

- @elifkalay.bsky.social

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08.05.2025 06:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3
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Logo of "International Theory," a journal covering international politics, law, and philosophy, featuring a globe graphic in the background.

Our #OpenAccess articles can be found here -

cup.org/4cwPYAc

A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

07.05.2025 15:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Text: Have you submitted your proposal for ISA West Pasadena 2025? Image: light blue background with faded world map on top. ISA logo

Reminder: Proposals for ISA-West 2025, scheduled for September in Pasadena, CA, are due on May 15th! More information can be found here: buff.ly/0ghyuhM

07.05.2025 15:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Working in #internationallaw or related areas? Browse this collection of free articles from @ajil.bsky.social, the Leiden Journal, @iclq.bsky.social, CYIL, AsianJIL, TEL, EJRR, the German Law Journal, IRRC, BHRJ, and many other leading academic law journals:

๐ŸŒ cup.org/3GONhy5

02.05.2025 15:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Book cover of "Ways of Seeing International Organisations for International Law," edited by Negar Mansouri and Daniel R. Quiroga-Villamarin. The cover features a black and white photograph of a person holding a newspaper with visible headline, surrounded by a crowd.

Book cover of "Ways of Seeing International Organisations for International Law," edited by Negar Mansouri and Daniel R. Quiroga-Villamarin. The cover features a black and white photograph of a person holding a newspaper with visible headline, surrounded by a crowd.

'Ways of Seeing International Organisations: New Perspectives for International Institutional Law' by Negar Mansouri & @drqv.bsky.social.

๐Ÿ“š cup.org/4m8bPTa ๐Ÿ“š

Advocates for an interdisciplinary and heterodox approach to the role of international institutions in global governance.

06.05.2025 07:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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๐Ÿ“ขWe are delighted to announce that we have kicked off today's event with @globalsouthshub.bsky.social !

๐Ÿ‘‰We are joined by @zaraqadir.bsky.social (Founding Editor) and Mira Mookerjee (Editor and Website Curator) for an exciting Academic Blogging Masterclass!

30.04.2025 14:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Cover of the book "Cooperative Complexity: The Next Level of Global Economic Governance" by Richard Clark, featuring a network of interconnected white nodes with red lines on a light gray background.

'Cooperative Complexity: The Next Level of Global Economic Governance' by Richard Clark.

As international organizations have proliferated, so too has cooperation between them. This book unravels the ties that bind them.

๐Ÿ“š cup.org/4jqL2Q6 ๐Ÿ“š

30.04.2025 13:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Long in the making, I am delighted to share my latest peer-reviewed publication -- in @internatltheory.bsky.social -- on non-aggression pacts.

A short thread.

23.04.2025 19:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Non-aggression pacts: context and explanation - cup.org/44zrnc4

"various definitional and coding issues beset the literature, resulting in the incorporation of many agreements that should not be considered as non-aggression pacts"

- @lanoszka.bsky.social

#FirstView

22.04.2025 07:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
book cover of The Ghostwriters

book cover of The Ghostwriters

book cover of Genocide in International Law

book cover of Genocide in International Law

book cover of Who Owns Outer Space?

book cover of Who Owns Outer Space?

book cover of Democracies and International Law

book cover of Democracies and International Law

Take advantage of our conference offers for American Society of International Law Annual Meeting until May 18. Apply code 102320 at checkout.

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#ASILAM

17.04.2025 12:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Logo of "International Theory," a journal covering international politics, law, and philosophy, featuring a globe graphic in the background.

Our #OpenAccess articles can be found here -

cup.org/4cwPYAc

A Journal of International Politics, Law and Philosophy

#ASILAM

17.04.2025 12:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

@internatltheory is following 20 prominent accounts