The interpretation of the post-Cold War world begins with American predominance. That position is treated as a transitional phase as other powers gained or consolidated influence. Some states can be very strong within a region while having limited global reach. Others can send forces around the world without possessing comparable regional dominance. The assessment continues to regard America as the strongest power, while rejecting the assumption that its earlier advantage would remain unchanged.
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The unipolar moment as a transitional condition
The geopolitical interpretation distinguishes American predominance from the growing regional strength or global reach of other powers.