O conceito Kantiano de paz perpétua sob a perspectiva cosmopolita contemporânea

Abstract

In a context of moral uncertainties and international humanitarian crises that characterize so well our century, pursuing an understanding of the problems that haunt men becomes relevant, also seeking a solution that brings, not the eradication, but, at least, the mitigation of the pains that the crises bring as a consequence. Kant, in Perpetual Peace (Zum Ewigen Frieden), is thinking about a solution to the pacification of international conflicts, and brings us valuables lessons on political and human relations. Kant introduces to us two fundamental themes in the context of our contemporaneity: multilateralism and alterity. The first one, is based on the conception of a confederation of States for peace and the second conception, is based on the hospitality for the foreigner, an idea of a universal citizenship right. In this sense, the aim of this research is to analyze the concept of peace for Kant within the function of the State that he developed, relating it to the contemporary cosmopolitan [dis]order. Finally, we try to answer the problematic issue about the role of the State in Kant's thought for the construction of peace and figure it out if this concept still remains current in front of contemporary international conflicts. In fact, there is a possibility of achieving the peace from Kant’s lessons, as long as we pursue more cooperation between nations and respect the human identity differences, two fundamental points already developed by Kant when he discussed the definitive elements for the achievement of peace. It is a conception of peace that is inserted in his philosophy of law and his political thought, directly related to his critique of practical reason.