Chp 9- Internationalism Flashcards
(45 cards)
What is internationalism? The idea that the global community shares responsibility for world challenges and must respect each nation’s motives when solving them.
What are the 3 types of internationalism? Hegemonic
Liberal
What are 4 motives for internationalism? Self-determination
humanitarianism/global citizenship
What is hegemonic internationalism? When a powerful nation dominates others and controls international affairs.
What are examples of hegemonic internationalism? British Empire
USA
What is a pro of hegemonic internationalism? Can bring economic and political stability to the world.
What is a con of hegemonic internationalism? Powerful nations can dominate treaties and force weaker nations to comply.
What is liberal internationalism? Cooperation between nations to achieve peace and prosperity through freedoms and equality.
What are examples of liberal internationalism? United Nations
G7.
What is a pro of liberal internationalism? Peaceful conflict resolution and support for weaker nations.
What is a con of liberal internationalism? Breakdowns occur if powerful nations prioritize their own interests.
What is revolutionary internationalism? Citizen-led movements that force nations to make major international changes.
What are examples of revolutionary internationalism? Climate change protests
anti-war movements.
What is a pro of revolutionary internationalism? Citizen pressure can make nations do what’s right.
What is a con of revolutionary internationalism? Conflicting beliefs can weaken movements.
What is economic stability in internationalism? The belief that global cooperation and trade leads to job creation and poverty reduction.
What are examples of economic internationalism? NAFTA
World Trade Organization (WTO).
What is a con of economic internationalism? Environmental harm and trade disputes.
What is self-determination? A nation’s ability to meet its people’s economic
cultural
What are examples of self-determination in action? USA supporting Israel
international support for Tibet.
What is a pro of self-determination? Nations can shape their own future and sovereignty.
What is a con of self-determination? Nations may act harmfully to protect sovereignty (e.g.
Nazi Germany).
What is peace and security as a motive for internationalism? Nations controlling borders and maintaining calm order while preventing conflicts.
What are examples of peace and security organizations? United Nations peacekeeping
NATO.