The Rise of Regional Hegemons: Assessing Implications for the International System through a Neo-realist Perspective
Journal: VTechWorks (Virginia Tech)
Year: 2012

Never before have developing nations been able to compete at the international level, both economically and militarily. But, we are currently in an age where developing nations, such as Brazil, Russia, India, and China, are able to develop so rapidly that they are able to excel within the international economy, which allows for an increased investment in military and technological capabilities. Consequently, these rapidly developing nations are able to influence the international system. To see