Q.1) What do you believe the International System landscape will look like in 50 years? Will sovereign-like integration continue on its gradual, steady course as we have seen in Europe (the NATO, the EU, etc.) since the end of World War 2 OR are current events (rise of populism, Brexit, seeming “Clash of Civilizations”, the rise of China as a potential Super Power, etc.) shifting states towards nationalism and greater sovereignty? Or is there another option you think is more plausible that is not listed here?
Part 2) Choose one of these positions and provide three (3) distinct and well-thought-out reasons why you believe this to be true.
Use your readings (particularly those from this week!) and the lecture to formulate your answer and keep in mind both the historical evolution of integration/globalization as well as significant events currently taking place in the international system.
