Dependency approach: Chances of survival in the 21st century

Abstract

Since the end of the Cold War, Dependency Approach has been facing a number of changes in the
international system and had to deal with several theoretical challenges. But, whilst many academic
writings emphasized the demise of Dependency Approach, this paper has endeavored to breathe life
into Dependency thoughts by exploring what chances Dependency Approach has in order to remain
effective and competitive. Deep analysis of current facts and events in the international, regional and
sub-regional settings has sustained the main theoretical assumptions of Dependency Approach and
illustrated that several thoughts and concepts from the Dependency Approach are still systematic and
applicable.