The Universality and Nationality of the Theory of International Relations: A Knowledge Perspective

From a knowledge perspective, this article aims to explore the theoretical notions of universality and nationality and their relationship in the realm of international relations. Universality, whose philosophical basis is found in modern scientism, mainly stems from the demands of building an independent discipline. But because of the peculiarity of art science, nationality is also an important characteristic of the theory of international relations. Based on these two characteristics, the article discussed the enlightenment they may provide for the construction of the Chinese IR theory. Finally, the author also gives some reflections on the relationship between universality and nationality.