Russia-Ukraine War: A Shift from Eurocentrism to Multipolarity
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Eurocentrism, Multipolarity , BRICS , Russia-Ukraine war, Global South, UnipolarityAbstract
The Russia-Ukraine war has triggered a significant reevaluation of long-held ideas in international relations, especially the dominance of Eurocentrism as a guiding principle worldwide. It has pushed Europe to confront its reliance on U.S. security and Russian energy supplies. This situation demonstrates that the Eurocentric Global North is no longer a unipolar power. Eurocentrism, as a concept and ideology, has traditionally placed Europe and, by extension, the broader West at the center of civilization, modernity, and political authority. Neorealism and post-colonialism offer the most convincing frameworks for understanding this change, emphasizing power struggles and decreasing trust in a rules-based system. However, research also indicates that the conflict has signaled the decline of Western-centric views and the emergence of a more multipolar global order, with Western efforts regarding Ukraine undergoing major shifts. This study combines practical analysis of the geopolitical and economic impacts of the conflict and global divisions. Its findings are vital for policymakers operating in a more multipolar world, where Eurocentric ideals are waning, and the future of Eurocentrism remains uncertain.
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