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Lisbeth Aggestam is an associate professor at the Department of Political Science and an associate researcher at the Center for European Research (CERGU) at the University of Gothenburg. She serves as the editor-in-chief of the international journal Foreign Policy Analysis, published by the International Studies Association (ISA) and Oxford University Press.
Aggestam's research focuses on several interconnected areas:
- Political leadership and foreign policy
- Diaspora and foreign policy
- Foreign policy role theory
- The European Union as a global actor
Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on leadership dynamics within European foreign policy, particularly examining how the EU navigates its role as a global actor amid shifting geopolitical landscapes. She has developed significant theoretical contributions to role theory in foreign policy analysis, creating frameworks for understanding how states and international organizations perform specific roles on the global stage.
Aggestam's publication record reveals several important trends in contemporary foreign policy studies. Her work increasingly examines the intersection of domestic politics and international relations, particularly how diaspora communities influence state foreign policies. Her recent research addresses European strategic autonomy in the context of US foreign policy shifts and the implications of Sweden's NATO membership decision, reflecting her ability to connect theoretical frameworks with pressing real-world issues.
As an educator, Aggestam serves as course manager and instructor for several key programs:
- EU2215: Europe in the World (MA, 15 hec)
- SK1136: Foreign Policy Analysis (BA, 7.5 hec)
- EU1145: The European Union in International Affairs (BA, 7.5 hec)
Through her leadership of the Swedish Research Council project 'Transnational civil society and foreign policy' (2022-2025) and her editorial role at Foreign Policy Analysis, Aggestam plays a significant role in shaping contemporary discourse on international relations and European foreign policy.
