Structural instability and imperial legacies: Why regime change rarely leads to lasting stability
Original framing: “Does regime change ever work? History tells us long-term consequences are often disastrous” — The Conversation - Global
The article references historical patterns of regime change and its consequences, particularly in the context of colonial legacies. However, it could deepen its analysis by drawing on broader historical parallels across different regions and time periods to strengthen its systemic critique.
Regime change is not a neutral policy tool but a deeply historical and geopolitical act with roots in colonialism and external power dynamics.
A systemic understanding must integrate Indigenous knowledge, cross-cultural insights, and local agency to avoid repeating past failures. By combining historical awareness with future-oriented planning and inclusive governance models, it becomes possible to move beyond imposed solutions toward self-determined, resilient systems. The absence of artistic and spiritual dimensions in current analyses limits the emotional and cultural depth needed to fully grasp the human impact of political transitions. Only through a holistic, multi-dimensional lens can we begin to envision sustainable pathways that honor both the past and the future.