THE NEW GLOBAL ORDER: International Relations and Security in the 21st Century
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The book examines how power is redistributed among the United States, China, Russia, and other emerging actors, while highlighting the influence of middle powers and non-state groups. It explores the intersections of great power rivalry with transnational challenges such as climate change, pandemics, cyber conflict, and migration, showing how these forces shape opportunities and vulnerabilities in today’s interconnected world.
Grounded in international relations theory yet attentive to real-world policy debates, the book combines regional studies with functional analysis to present a comprehensive understanding of twenty-first century security. Designed for scholars, policymakers, and engaged readers alike, this volume equips audiences to interpret the shifting global landscape with clarity, foresight, and informed judgment.
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Dr. Charles Ogutu, DBA, MBA, MA, MA, MA, BSc, AAS, CBCI, AU, Dip CII, AIS, API, is a Senior Risk Management Specialist with the U.S. Department of the Army and a Crisis Intelligence and Business Continuity Specialist with Crisis Intel, LLC. With over two decades of international experience in risk management, emergency and disaster management, homeland security, and business continuity planning, he is a trusted voice in resilience and global security. Dr. Ogutu’s distinguished career spans multiple continents and sectors. As the Founder and CEO of the Road Safety Network (RSN) in Nairobi, Kenya, he pioneered critical emergency response programs and established strategic collaborations with the national government, the department of police, hospitals, the Ministry of Health, major insurance companies, the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), and regional organizations, among others. His frontline involvement during high-impact crises—including the 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing in Nairobi and the 1996 Sunbeam Supermarket building collapse—earned recognition from USAID, the World Bank, and other international partners.
