New Foreign Policy Patterns Amidst Geopolitical Crisis

In an era marked by rapid geopolitical shifts, the contours of foreign policy are being redefined by mounting crises. This panel seeks to explore emerging patterns in foreign policy strategies, as states navigate a complex international system shaped by multipolarity, global economic disruptions, and the intensification of transnational challenges. Against this backdrop, we will examine the strategies employed by established and rising powers in responding to conflicts, managing alliances, and advancing their interests in a volatile global order. This panel also aims to assess the implications of these trends for global governance and multilateralism. While some nations appear to retreat into isolationism or protectionism, others advocate for renewed international cooperation, albeit on revised terms.
Key questions driving this analysis include: What innovative approaches are states employing to secure their strategic goals amidst increasing unpredictability? How are power transitions influencing alignments and rivalries in critical regions such as the Indo-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and the Global South? To what extent are normative frameworks being adapted or undermined in the pursuit of national objectives?
By engaging with these themes, this panel aims to contribute to a nuanced understanding of the drivers and consequences of foreign policy adaptations amidst geopolitical crises. It will provide a platform for scholars and practitioners to exchange insights, identify gaps in current research, and propose avenues for future inquiry into this critical dimension of international relations.