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Political Apologies in International Relations

"The so-called age of apology has led to a burgeoning literature on political apologies in international relations, centering on state officials’ recognition of historical transgressions..." – By Deli Yang, and Paul F. Diehl
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Rising India

"India’s rise is best understood by combining the domestic, regional, and systemic levels of analysis, which provide a mixed picture for its potential to reach its ambitions. The rise of China as a powerful state in the Indo-Pacific has given India an important..." – By Erik Underwood, and T.V. Paul
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In January 2025, 37 new articles and 2 revised articles, spread across 18 subjects, have been published on the Oxford Research Encyclopedias platform.
ORE Food Studies is Now Available via Subscription and Perpetual Access
On October 23, after a successful free period during development, the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Food Studies has been made available via subscription and perpetual access to libraries and institutions worldwide.

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