The Politics of Vacuum Filling: Strategic Dynamics and Patterns of Power Transition in Contemporary International Relations
Journal: Preprints.org
Year: 2025

This study offers a comprehensive examination of the concept of "power vacuums" within the realm of international relations, delving into how states and other actors strategically seek to extend their influence whenever established powers retreat or decline. Drawing from an integration of historical examples and theoretical frameworks, the research identifies recurring behaviors and strategies of vacuum-filling across a range of domains: military, political, economic, cultural, and technological