Internationalism Flashcards
(34 cards)
Economic Prosperity
Economic success, growth, stability, and security.
Internationalism
A political ideology promoting international cooperation.
Peace and Security
A state in which violence and conflict pervade a society.
Humanitarianism
Ideology based on the value of human life, where humans practice benevolent treatment and help others to reduce suffering.
Economic Prosperity in International Law
Trade agreements and more trade: Reduces monopolies and increases access to goods. Examples include NAFTA.
Self Determination in International Law
Is part of many treaties and international law, and violation is punishable internationally.
Peace and Security in International Law
Is to prevent further global conflict. Examples include NATO, the UN, etc
Humanitarianism in International Law
A systematic response to addressing the needs of the fellow man. Includes organizations like the UN who provide aid during suffering.
Nationalism
Belief in a country’s own superiority.
Internationalism VS Nationalism
Internationalism is working with others and their intentions in mind, whilst nationalism is the your own ideals in mind.
Sovereignty
Supreme authority of a state
Unilateralism
A solution created through unilateral means, where other countries’ interests are not kept in mind.
Bilaterialism
Two countries work together to create a solution.
Multilateralism
Three or more countries work together to create a solution/for a common goal.
Supranationalism
Idea that governments can come together to create policies that benefit all involved, often transcending borders. Examples include the WTO, EU, and UN.
NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Is a political and military alliance between the North America’s and Europe. Founded in 1949 by Canada, US, and some other EU Nations.
NORAD
North American Aerospace Defense. Between US and Canada, founded in 1958.
Economic Sanctions
Commercial and financial penalties imposed against a state, person, or organization. Are a policy tool that is short of military force.
WTO
World Trade Organization - Deals with rules of trade between nation states. Trade is used as a means to better the lives of the people.
WHO
World Health Organization - An organization who deals with health concerns, and aims for highest possible level of health for all people.
UN
United Nations - A diplomatic and political organization with the hopes of maintaining global peace and security.
EU
European Union - Unifies some European countries to have the same currency, 0 tariffs on trade, and free movement for travelling between countries.
Tied Aid
A form of aid where the supported country must buy goods and services from the donor countries or a limited group of countries. Can sometimes be used to spy, or for malicious motives.
0.7% Solution
A target for international aid set by the UN, to counteract the imbalance. Some countries donate 1.45, while others barely donate 0.1%.
