Building community in international politics
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Keywords

discourse analysis
membership categorisation analysis
political press conferences
solidarity
diplomatic language
análisis crítico del discurso
análisis de categorización de la afiliación
ruedas de prensa políticas
solidaridad
lenguaje diplomático

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Bhatia, A. (2011). Building community in international politics: A study of political press conferences . Ibérica, (21), 117–139. Retrieved from https://revistaiberica.org/index.php/iberica/article/view/331

Abstract

In today�s increasingly globalised yet disconnected world, especially in the contemporary context of a turbulent political landscape, there has been an increasing effort made by socio-political leaders at solidifying alliances and drawing support from different corners of the world in order to neutralize policies. Drawing on a multidimensional framework, in particular, critical discourse analysis and membership categorization analysis, this paper explores the various strategies employed by political leaders, attempting to reconcile disparate perspectives in the face of increasing socio-economic inter-connection and political dependence. More often than not, it was discovered, political leaders drew upon the somewhat "illusory" notion of "international community", turning it into a tool of persuasion and membership category. In doing so, this paper aims to illustrate how the creation of illusive categories and perceptions are intended as a means of drawing support from diverse political leaders and projecting a united front before scrutinizing press and public.
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