Extra credit reading and blog idea—Living in an à la carte world——DENGQIN

 summary

Living in an A la carte article discusses the results of a major poll conducted in 21 countries.It reveals a global preference for the à la carte approach in international relations, whereby governments can pragmatically choose partners based on specific issues rather than aligning with one party.European policymakers need to adapt to the changing geopolitical landscape, seek new partners on key issues, and consider policies of "strategic interdependence" rather than clinging to old alliances.

Interesting point

In this article, the authors show that countries prefer flexible partnerships based on specific issues, and that traditional geopolitical alliances are challenged, raising the question of whether rigid alliances are obsolete in a changing global landscape.

Disscussion

The article's concept challenges traditional geopolitical alliances and suggests that rigid alliances may be outdated, as countries prefer flexible partnerships based on specific issues.The shift towards pragmatism and adaptability in international relations means that the traditional side-by-side dichotomy may not be very effective in addressing the multifaceted challenges of the modern world.That is, countries seek diversified partnerships to address specific challenges.

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