"How the Weak Win Wars: A Theory of Asymmetric Conflict"
Journal Article, International Security, volume 26, issue 1, pages 93-128
Summer 2001
Author: Ivan Arreguin-Toft, Former Research Fellow, International Security Program, 2002-2009
Belfer Center Programs or Projects: International Security
OVERVIEW
Ivan Arreguín-Toft of Harvard University offers a theory of asymmetric conflict to explain “how a weak actor’s strategy can make a strong actor’s power irrevlevant.” According to Arreguín-Toft, the interaction of actor strategies is the best predictor of asymmetric conflict outcomes. After providing quantitative and qualitative tests of his theory, he considers some of the implications of his thesis for both theory building and policymaking.
For more information about this publication please contact the IS Editorial Assistant at 617-495-1914.
For Academic Citation:
| MOST VIEWED PUBLICATIONS | POLICY BRIEF: AUTO EMISSIONS |
|---|---|
Policy Options for Reducing Oil Consumption and Greenhouse-Gas Emissions from the U.S. Transportation Sector The goal of this paper is to contribute to the current policy debate about how to effectively limit or reduce oil consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from the U.S. transportation sector. |
