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History and social science cannot be distinguished in terms of either epistemology or methodology but only be the kind of research questions asked. This argument is reinforced by examining the methodological and epistemological posture adopted by Waltz. It is an illusion to imagine that theoretical debates in international relations will be resolved by methodological or epistemological fiat. (Abstract amended)

Although the term "buffer state" is widely employed, it has received little scholarly treatment. This article investigates the buffer state and buffer system, using both expected utility theory and four case studies: Afghanistan (1870-1978), Cambodia (1954-1971), Lebanon (1943-1981), and Belgium (1831-1945). A definition is put forward stating what conditions of geography, capability distribution, and foreign policy orientations must be present for the system to be a buffer system. This definition has clear behavioral consequences for the larger powers in the system and the buffer state. One derivation from the definition is that multilateral declarations of neutrality and partition are phenomena related to each other and to the existence of buffer conditions. Another derivation is that the buffer state's diplomatic options are severely constrained—with neutrality the most likely policy. Clearly, the proposed definition gives us a better understanding of conflict and conflict resolution in a buffer system.

Foucauldian notions, such as the critique of governmental reason, the regime of truth, and juridification, are enlightening for comprehending the phenomenon of justification in international relations. My use of Foucault is intended to be non-relativistic. These notions shed light on a process of justification based on a utilitarian reason of consequences, which is today very significant in international affairs. In this article I attempt to reconcile a genealogical approach with an abstract philosophical approach that sets the limits of one kind of ethical reason. Adapted from the source document.

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Part one: Migration and International Relations -- Chapter 1 Introduction: Connecting Governance, Migration, International Relations, and Security -- Chapter 2 Revisiting International Migration Governance -- Chapter 3 International Relations vs. Migration: Complements or Substitutes? -- Chapter 4 Migration and Governance in the Global South: Outlook and Challenges in Bangladesh -- Part two: Governance, International Relations and Security -- Chapter 5 Re-imagining Migration and Security.