World Order by Henry Kissinger
Henry Kissinger talks through this book about the roots of International harmony & global disorder. He remained a very active American statesman of the modern times. He travelled around the world learning international politics,Advising Presidents & suggesting Central foreign policy back home.
Here Kissinger reveals his analysis on challenges for the 21st century such as violent conflicts & ideological extremism.
According to Kissinger there has never been a World Order. New International affairs happen on global basis. Kissinger's deep study of history & his exposure as Secretary of the State & National Security Adviser blessed him with the broader vision of understanding complicated issues.
He talks about the end of Vietnam war & the efforts taken by Nixon's administration.He gives an insight U.S China relationship & evolution of the European Union.He talks about the history of U.S of the major events of past 2 centuries.
He speaks about the implications of new technologies,Nuclear weapons & proliferation. He is concerned about cyberwarfare, political impact of the internet & search engines & magnification of destructive powers such as nuclear powers.
The book is a great source for understanding American activities around the world. He doesn't advocate a peaceful world but the one we all can live with our diverse values & Identities.
- Atiq Raja
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