[Theoretical analysis on comprehensive national power for sustainable development]

Area of Science:

• Political Science
• Environmental Science
• Economics

Context:

• The concept of Comprehensive National Power (CNP) is a critical metric for evaluating a nation's global standing and capabilities.
• Existing studies on CNP often lack a focus on long-term ecological viability and resource management.
• There is a growing need to integrate environmental considerations into national power assessments.

Purpose:

• To critically analyze the existing connotations and theoretical underpinnings of Comprehensive National Power (CNP).
• To comparatively examine the relationships between CNP and other relevant national assessment concepts.
• To propose a novel framework, Comprehensive National Power for Sustainable Development (CNPSD), by incorporating principles of sustainable development and ecosystem services.

Summary:

• The research reviews the evolution of CNP studies and analyzes its relationship with related concepts.
• A new framework, Comprehensive National Power for Sustainable Development (CNPSD), is introduced, merging CNP with sustainable development and ecosystem services.
• The significance and implications of the CNPSD concept for national strategy and global positioning are discussed.

Impact:

• Provides a more holistic and forward-looking approach to assessing national capabilities by integrating sustainability.
• Offers a new conceptual tool for policymakers and researchers to evaluate national performance beyond traditional economic and military metrics.
• Highlights the interdependence of national power and environmental health, crucial for long-term global stability and prosperity.