The XIII Forte de Copacabana International Security Conference invited experts to engage in discussions around the topic: what is the relation between might and right in world politics in the XXI century. The articles debate how the return of realism has been influential on policymakers' rationale. They also cast a doubt on the current legal framework, questioning whether it is sufficient for contemporary challenges, such as global terrorism.

In order to address the issues involving might and right in world politics, this year’s publication is divided into three main chapters: The first deals with the balance of law and force in global security politics; the second examines the Brazilian and European perspectives on defense and geoeconomics and the third looks into peace restoration efforts in conflict-ridden nations, presenting outlooks from Europe and Latin America.