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It is the system of human interactions across states.
The Global Interstate System
It is the main focus of International Relations studies.
The Global Interstate System
Politically, it is structured as an interstate system of competing and allying states, often referred to as the “________” by political scientists.
international system
Purpose of the global interstae system is that
1. Promotes ______and_______ through international collaboration.
peace
security
Purpose of the global interstae system is that:
2. Encourages educational, scientific, and ____ reforms.
cultural
Purpose of the global interstae system is that:
3. Increases______ for____ and_________.
respect
justice
fundamental freedoms
Importance of the Global Interstate System
Prevents conflicts and maintain global stability
States operate in a ______ “_____” where security is the main concern.
Hobbesian
state of nature
Aims to _________ and maintain_______.
prevent conflicts
global stability
Results from the removal of economic barriers to encourage global trade.
Globalization & the Interstate System
Supports the flow of goods, services, capital, and labor.
Globalization & the Interstate System
Forms the basis of the global competitive economy.
Globalization & the Interstate System
Disadvantage of Interstate System in International Relations (3)
- Dominated by coercion, threats, and force.
- International violence shaped by state power.
- Creates power dynamics among states.
Dominated by ________, _____, and _____
coercion
threats
force
_____________ shaped by state power.
International violence
Creates power _____among states.
dynamics
Refers to the global constellation of states
International System
Applies to both modern and pre-industrial international systems.
International System
Peace Treaties and Military Alliances (2)
- United Nations (UN)
- NATO
Established on Post-World War II to restructure global politics
United Nations (UN)
Members were Founded in 1945 with 50 countries, now has 193 members
Members were US, Canada, and European nations
NATO
Focus is Collective security alliance
NATO
Origin is formed to counter the Soviet Union in the Cold War
NATO