Blanton/Kegley's WORLD POLITICS: TREND AND TRANSFORMATION, 18th Edition, combines cutting-edge research with real-world events, giving you a deep understanding of what's happening on the global stage and why it matters. Engage in discussions that challenge you to analyze the choices that shape our global future. Explore complexities of recent challenges to global peace and prosperity, including the rise of China, Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing impact of Covid-19. Dive into topics like non-state armed groups, terrorism, military advancements, autonomous weapons systems, global economy, human rights, inequality, threats to health and the environment and more. Equip yourself with the knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the global political landscape. Join the ranks of informed and engaged college students who are shaping the future.