System as a Paradigm of International Relations

The system of international relations is undergoing a period of serious transformation. The changes that have occurred have touched upon the fundamental principles and structure-forming elements of the world po- litical system, thereby determining the long-term trends of its develop- ment. Despite the experience gained and the amount of research on the problems and dynamics of the development of modern international rela- tions, the ideas on the new world order are contradictory. This is due to the persistence of instability, unpredictability and uncertainty around the world, as well as due to the complexity and differentiation of the main actors in the formation of a new world order. The theory of international relations as an important part of the polit- ical science, determines the methodology for studying this extremely im- portant area of state activity. It studies the nature of world politics, the logic, laws, and functional principles of its development. It is similar to a certain model of the architectural structure, where each element has its own certain function, place and purpose in the complexed mechanism of global development.