International Relations And Concepts
18 entries in the International Relations And Concepts compendium.
GeopoliticsStudy of geography's effects on politics and international relations.GlobalismA concept describing ideologies of globalization, later a pejorative term.GlobalizationProcess of increasing global interdependence and integration.Great powerSovereign state with global influence and recognized power status.HegemonyPredominance of one state over others, regionally or globally.HinterlandThe inland region economically tied to a port or city.ImperialismImperialism is the extension of power over foreign nations through hard and soft power.IndependenceSelf-government and sovereignty over a territory.Independence referendumA vote on whether a territory becomes an independent state.International criminal lawBody of law prohibiting and punishing serious international atrocities.International human rights lawBody of law promoting human rights through treaties and custom.International humanitarian lawLaw limiting the effects of armed conflict on non-combatants.International lawBody of rules governing state relations, based largely on consent.International orderPatterned relationships among units on the international level.International relationsAcademic discipline studying relations among states and international actors.International relations theoryTheoretical frameworks explaining behaviors and outcomes in international politics.International securityMeasures by states and organizations to ensure mutual survival and safety.International taxationStudy of tax laws across countries and their international aspects.
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