Scenarios about 'international relations'
International relations encompasses the study of interactions among states, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and multinational corporations on the global stage. It examines diplomatic relations, international law, economic interdependence, military alliances, and conflicts that shape the world order. In alternate history scenarios, changes to pivotal diplomatic agreements, wars, or leadership decisions can dramatically alter the balance of power and trajectory of global politics.
What If Atmospheric Nuclear Testing Continued?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the 1963 Partial Test Ban Treaty was never signed, allowing atmospheric nuclear testing to continue throughout the Cold War and beyond, with profound environmental, geopolitical, and health consequences.
What If The Atomic Bombs Were Never Dropped on Japan?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the United States chose not to use atomic weapons against Japan in 1945, potentially changing the course of World War II's conclusion and the postwar world order.
What If Fukuoka Developed Different Relationships with Asia?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Fukuoka, Japan developed stronger direct economic and cultural connections with mainland Asia, potentially transforming it into East Asia's premier gateway city.
What If Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 Was Never Shot Down?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 wasn't destroyed over eastern Ukraine in 2014, potentially altering the trajectory of Russia-West relations and the Ukraine conflict.
What If Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Was Never Lost?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 safely landed in Beijing, averting one of aviation's greatest mysteries and potentially reshaping aircraft tracking technology and international protocols.
What If More Countries Developed Nuclear Weapons?
Exploring the alternate timeline where nuclear proliferation was more widespread, leading to a fundamentally different global security landscape with dozens of nuclear-armed states.