From the 2000s onwards, it is possible to observe a shift in narrative rationality within International Relations. The idea is that subjects of International Law construct and act according to a set of narratives, and therefore, the historical analysis of these narratives is an appropriate means to understand existing geopolitical dynamics.

Thought experiments test the internal logic of political beliefs, inspire creative thinking, and produce more productive conversations than whether capitalism or socialism is better. In the spirit of promoting better dialogue, this paper will present three thought experiments and demonstrate their real-world relevance.