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The Problem of Describing Relations Between the United States and Southeast Asian Nations : a Study of Political Language Games.

This book shows how political speech acts carry consequences in diplomatic relations. Focusing on interactions between the United States and Southeast Asian countries, the author shows that often the more powerful country does not get its way. American foreign policy is usually viewed as being uncom...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Misalucha, Charmaine G.
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Lewiston : Edwin Mellen Press, 2012.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:This book shows how political speech acts carry consequences in diplomatic relations. Focusing on interactions between the United States and Southeast Asian countries, the author shows that often the more powerful country does not get its way. American foreign policy is usually viewed as being uncompromising and hegemonic, but in reality, it strikes agreements and compromises on a regular basis. One would assume that the wealthier, more powerful country would always get its way. This study shows that smaller countries with little or no bargaining power can benefit from relations with the Unite.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (384 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780773421646
0773421645