Chapter Six Terms Flashcards
Internationalism (41 cards)
Maslow’s Hierarchy
A pyramid that describes how humans pursue their needs in order. It begins with survival and finishes with self-achievement
What are the things that motivate nations and nation-states?
Economic stability, peace and security, self-determination and humanitarianism
Economic stability
Ensuring that a country maintains its economic stability through high employment and tax collection to pay for government services
Peace and Security
Ensuring that citizens of a country feel safe both in the streets and their homes, along with the right to live without fear of being physically or psychologically harmed
Humanitarianism
This is when relief is provided to nations or nation-states suffering from war, disease or natural disasters. Other countries will often send humanitarian aid to help a country in distress
Failed state
A nation-state that is unable to meet the basic needs of its citizens (e.g Zimbabwe.) These countries usually have high crime rates, poor housing, and corrupt government
What happened with Zimbabwe’s independence?
In order to achieve independence, a violent civil war was needed in Zimbabwe. The leader at the time created a one-party state to eliminate opposition, and overall violated the rights of his citizens. His supporters were given the farms of landowners, causing agriculture production to drop, and the economy in Zimbabwe to plummet
What happened with Botswanas independence?
They gained their independence peacefully, soon after discovering diamonds which created a boom in their economy, and increased provisions and services for the people
What was the social and economic situation in Botswana?
Despite experiencing high rates of HIV and AIDS, Botswana has experienced decades of prosperity, including the establishment of programs to target the diseases. They also built an electric fence along their border to keep Zimbabwean refugees out and avoid them stealing their jobs
What are certain responses of nations and nation-states in terms of international issues?
Isolationism, unilateralism, bilateralism, multilateralism, supranationalism, internationalism
Isolationism
When a country completely removes themselves from any international affairs (e.g the U.S initial reluctance to join WWI)
Unilateralism
When a nation acts independently in regards to an international issue (e.g a country placing sanctions on another country)
Bilateralism
When two countries work together in pursuit of solving a common issue. These countries usually share a border and participate in bilateralism to protect their sovereignty (e.g two countries having trade agreements with each other)
Multilateralism
Countries that work together to solve a common issue, allowing for an even greater protection of their sovereignty (e.g the United Nations)
Supranationalism
When countries agree upon decisions that are made by a group who is essentially above them (e.g France & Germany in the European having to follow certain trading rules made by the E.U)
Internationalism
The idea of several nations co-operating and pursuing common goals instead of solely focusing on themselves or issues that may cause war. All members of the global community must accept collective responsibility for challenges presented on a global scale
World Health Organization (WHO)
A specialized branch of the United Nations that focuses on human health issues like diseases. The WHO collects information about medical concerns, and spreads resources to countries who may be underdeveloped in terms of healthcare
Alarmist
An alert that is signalled without sufficient reason, causing unnecessary panic and fear (e.g some of the WHO’s warnings of potential pandemics in the past have been alarmist)
What are some examples of diseases that the WHO has dealt with?
Small pox, Spanish flu, Black Death, etc.
Right to Play
A non-governmental organization that ensures children of underprivileged, war torn, or destructed nations have the ability to learn and play in a safe environment.
The Arctic Council
The Arctic Council focuses on environmental issues such as climate change and the protection of Arctic nations. Sustainability and protection of the environment are also focused on
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
An organization that provides financial and medical aid, shelter and protection from disaster to mothers and children in developing countries
What are some things that influence foreign policy?
Dictatorship, absolute monarchies, and military committees make foreign policy easier than a democratic government because in a democracy, all of the citizens opinions must be considered instead of onebody/person deciding for everyone
Foreign policy
The strategies and actions used by a country when interacting with other countries. This encompasses security, economic relations and things like humanitarian assistance
