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Question 1

What is geopolitics?

Answer 1

Geopolitics refers to the interactions among nations, involving both state actors (national governments) and nonstate actors (corporations, NGOs, individuals). It also refers to the study of how geography affects interactions among nations and their citizens.

Question 2

What are the key areas of cooperation between countries in geopolitics?

Answer 2

Key areas of cooperation include diplomatic and military matters, economic interactions (such as freedom of movement for goods, services, and capital), agreements to harmonize tariffs, international standardization of rules, and transfers of information and technology.

Question 3

What motivates a country to cooperate with other nations?

Answer 3

A country typically cooperates when it advances its national interests, such as joining a military alliance to protect its citizens or engaging in trade to obtain resources it lacks.