Handbook of Africa's International Relations

Taylor & Francis

Handbook of Africa's International RelationsAuthor(s): Tim Murithi\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Europa Publications Ltd\nISBN-13: 9781857436334, 978-1857436334\nSynopsis\nAfricas international relations have often been defined and oriented by the dominant international and geopolitical agendas of the day. In the aftermath of colonialism the Cold War became a dominant paradigm that defined the nature of the continents relationship with the rest of the world. The contemporary forces of globalization are now exerting an undue influence and impact upon Africas international relations. Increasingly, the African continent is emerging as a vocal, and in some respects an influential, actor in international relations. There is a lack of analysis and research on this emerging trend. This timely book fills this analytical gap by engaging with a wide range of issues, with chapters written by experts on a variety of themes. \n\nThe emerging poli.