New understanding of international cooperation through the ages
Democracies tend to want to cooperate more than non-democratic states. Political scientist Jonas Tallberg is examining whether this generally accepted view is true, both by delving into history and by studying contemporary trends. His findings may be of help to politicians in their efforts to navigate an ever-changing world.
onas Tallberg is professor of political science at Stockholm University and Wallenberg Scholar. He has researched international politics for many years, specializing in various forms of international cooperation. His earlier research revealed a pattern of democracies having a greater tendency to cooperate than more autocratic states. Democracies have been more active in founding or joining international organizations, advocating free trade and committing to conventions and treaties on human rights and environment.
Now, Jonas Tallberg wants to create a more nuanced picture of the way different political systems are linked to international cooperation. He and his team are analyzing data dating back almost 400 years in the hope of showing how democracy and autocracy have influenced international cooperation through the ages.
Read full article on Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation web
Last updated: September 16, 2024
Source: Communications Office