Expectancy Theory, Strategic Rivalry Deescalation, and the Evolution of the Sino-Soviet Case

Abstract

In focusing on the rivalry deescalation problem, an expectancy theory is proposed, & hypotheses are outlined that can be used to discuss the Sino-Soviet case, with emphasis given to events that occurred from the 1970s through the 1990s. Existing knowledge about the Sino-Soviet case is used to determine the degree to which expectancy theory can be utilized. The conclusions suggest that the findings garnered from this study of Sino-Soviet relations have consequences for the development of an evolutionary framework for the study of international relations. 2 Tables, 2 Figures, 34 References. K. Larsen