Small States, Asymmetry and Influence (DHP-D227M)

Fall 2023 · DHP D227M · Tufts University · 1.5 credits · Undergraduate

More than 190 countries are members of the United Nations, and more than half of them can be considered small states in some way. The study of International Relations (IR) has primarily focused on the "big powers," despite the significance of small states in understanding and navigating the current global landscape. While there is no consensus on the best definition of small states, they play a critical role in shaping today's world. The increasing influence of small states and their organizations in multilateral discussions is undeniable. The Forum of Small States (FOSS), which was established by Singapore, the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) that emerged in response to the Climate Crisis, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and the Central America Integration System (SICA) are just a few examples of the diverse groupings of small states which are relevant international and multilateral players.

Course codes: DHP-D227M

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