Cognitive Diplomacy and Digital Autonomy

In a world increasingly governed by code, how do states preserve influence, identity, and agency?
Cognitive Diplomacy and Digital Autonomy: Statecraft in the Age of Artificial Intelligence explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundations of international relations. From algorithmic negotiation to AI-driven soft power, this book offers a strategic framework; rooted in the triad of presence, practice, and resilience for navigating diplomacy in the digital age. With case studies from the Global South, and beyond, it reveals how emerging powers are crafting new paths to sovereignty and global relevance.
Balancing theoretical insight with real-world application, this timely work charts the contours of a new diplomatic era, where cognitive environments matter as much as material ones, and digital autonomy is the new currency of strategic independence.
Essential reading for scholars, diplomats, and decision-makers confronting the frontiers of AI and global order.

Introduces the concept of cognitive diplomacy -presence, practice and resilience- and its role in statecraft prepares readers for the next digital revolution in international relations provides a holistic view of modern statecraft

Autorentext

Erman Akll is Professor in the Department of International Relations at Ankara Hac Bayram Veli University. His areas of expertise include artificial intelligence in foreign policy, digital diplomacy, public diplomacy, and its sub-branches. Additionally, he continues his work as an assistant editor for the Insight Turkey journal published by SETA.

Klappentext

This is a timely and essential guide to AI-driven international relations. Introducing cognitive diplomacy and the pillars of digital autonomypresence, practice, and resiliencethis book offers a strategic vision and practical tools for navigating the technopolar era. A vital read for policymakers, diplomats, and scholars shaping the future of global security.

-Dr. Jon-Hans Coetzer, United Nations Institute for Training and Research

Prof. Akilli offers a bold new vision for 21st-century statecraft as global power shifts from territory to technology. Timely and thought-provoking, this book equips leaders and thinkers with the tools to assert agency and resilience in an increasingly technopolar international system.
-Dr. Nancy Snow, Principal, Global Persuasion Strategies

Of all the challenges facing international relations in the 21st century Artificial Intelligence seems to be simultaneously the most consequential and the least understood. In this timely study Erman Akilli develops a conceptual framework for our collective understanding that deserves to be widely read.
-Dr. Nicholas J. Cull, Professor of Public Diplomacy, University of Southern California.

In a world increasingly governed by code, how do states preserve influence, identity, and agency?
Cognitive Diplomacy and Digital Autonomy: Statecraft in the Age of Artificial Intelligence explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the foundations of international relations. From algorithmic negotiation to AI-driven soft power, this book offers a strategic framework; rooted in the triad of presence, practice, and resilience for navigating diplomacy in the digital age. With case studies from the Global South, and beyond, it reveals how emerging powers are crafting new paths to sovereignty and global relevance.
Balancing theoretical insight with real-world application, this timely work charts the contours of a new diplomatic era, where cognitive environments matter as much as material ones, and digital autonomy is the new currency of strategic independence.
Essential reading for scholars, diplomats, and decision-makers confronting the frontiers of AI and global order.

Erman Akll, Ph.D. is Professor in the Department of International Relations at Ankara Hac Bayram Veli University.

Inhalt

Chapter 1: The Evolution of Diplomacy.- Chapter 2: The Neuro Aspect.- Chapter 3: Cyber Diplomacy and State Presence.- Chapter 4: Decision-Making in the Digital Era.- Chapter 5: Anomaly Detection and Cyber Security.- Chapter 6: International Relations in the Digital Age.- Chapter 7: Building a Neurodiplomatic Framework.- Chapter 8: Challenges and Ethical Considerations.- Chapter 9: Future of Neurodiplomatic Presence.- Conclusion.