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China's Non-Western Soft Power Policy In Establishing A New Order: A Review Of Strategy And Resources Ali, Hemn Shawkat
JURNAL TAPIS Vol 19 No 1 (2023): Jurnal Tapis : Jurnal Teropong Aspirasi Politik Islam
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24042/tps.v19i1.17712

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State power, in the modern era, is not just based on the concepts of political, military, and economic efficiency. The rise of the era of globalization and the interaction and interdependence of state in the international system has led to the centralization of a new concept known as "soft power". Soft power is the frame of attraction and a fundamental tool of influence for states that can be attained without using military intervention and prowess. The soft power strategy was primarily developed by Professor Joseph Nye, and the West rationally employed it as a political approach to portray and establish the face of their liberal hegemony. In the last few years, China has made significant efforts to enhance its soft power capabilities. It is observed that the liberal face of the West is declining. As a result, new active manifestations are emerging from the East, especially from China. The paper argues that China attempts to change its historical perception of how to interact with states on a global scale by resorting to Western soft power, such as relying on cooperation policies with many countries. The study examines China's soft power strategy; in doing so, it aims to highlight China's soft power strategy compared to Western soft power. In order to better understand how China interprets soft power and its resources, this study assesses whether China represents a new approach to identifying its "soft power" concept.
Saudi-Iranian Rapprochement And Its Implications For The Security And Stability Of The Middle East: A Case Study Of Yemen And Syria Ali, Hemn Shawkat
JURNAL TAPIS Vol 19 No 2 (2023): Jurnal Tapis : Jurnal Teropong Aspirasi Politik Islam
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Intan Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24042/tps.v19i2.17713

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This research paper investigates the implications of Saudi-Iranian rapprochement for Middle East security and stability, with a particular focus on Yemen and Syria as case studies. Iran and Saudi Arabia, as the most prominent regional actors in the Middle East, are also viewed as rivals due to their political and geographical positions. The Middle East's security and stability have been threatened by the ongoing rivalry between Saudi Arabia and Iran over the past two decades. As a result, both countries have been involved in multiple proxy wars in Yemen and Syria, as well as the Sunni-Shia sectarian conflict in the region. The study highlights the multifaceted effects of Saudi-Iranian rapprochement on ongoing wars, security dynamics, and Middle Eastern stability by examining the case studies of Yemen and Syria. This study seeks to address the following inquiries: What major factors have prompted the two states to engage in negotiations and even consider resuming diplomatic relations? What are the ramifications of this rapprochement on the security and stability of the region, with a particular focus on Yemen and Syria?  This study improves our knowledge of the complex Saudi-Iranian relationship and its consequences for regional security. The insights gained from the case studies of Yemen and Syria provide significant perspectives on the broader ramifications of the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement. These findings can assist policymakers, scholars, and stakeholders in comprehending the shifting dynamics of the Middle East and fostering increased stability and security in this region.