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International Relations Theory

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  root((International Relations Theory))
    Theory Basics
      Realism concepts
      Liberal ideas
    Diplomacy
      Policy making
      Negotiation
    Global Issues
      Security threats
      Economic ties
    Methodology
      Case studies
      Data analysis

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  root((International Relations Theory))
    Theory Basics
      Realism concepts
      Liberal ideas
    Diplomacy
      Policy making
      Negotiation
    Global Issues
      Security threats
      Economic ties
    Methodology
      Case studies
      Data analysis

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