Studying Small States: The role of security and strategy as concepts

Abstract

This paper examines small-state studies. It analyses the binary oppositions in small-state theory, power relation, the inherent vulnerability in small-state studies and how security and strategy influence foreign relations of a small state. It examines the asymmetrical relationship small states have with powerful states using Iceland as an example.

Keywords

• iceland
• small states
• binary oppositions
• international security
• strategy