UNIT 3 AOS 1 States Flashcards
State
State refers to a political unit with sovereignty over a given territory
Aim of states
The aim of a state is to remain its sovereignty in order to continue existing. Another aim of a state is to protect its citizens from foreign and domestic threats (national security)
Roles of states
The role of states in global politics refers to the functions and responsibilities they fulfill as actors on the international stage
Sovereignty and Autonomy: Exercising control over their territories and populations and making independent decisions.
Diplomacy and Foreign Policy: Representing national interests, negotiating agreements, and engaging with other states.
Security and Defense: Protecting territories and populations from external threats and participating in peacekeeping efforts.
Economic Engagement: Facilitating trade, promoting economic growth, and participating in international economic organizations.
Power of states
One power of states is the right to make statement against or impose sanctions against other states, in order to represent the general inclination of their people
The impact of state sovereignty of Regional groupings
Regional groupings are collaborative, geographical assemblages that states will enter for political and economic benefit. Regional groupings like the European Union (EU) or ASEAN help countries work together on shared problems, making them stronger and more secure. However, regional groupings can also pose a significant challenge to state sovereignty by requiring the transfer of decision-mkaing power upwards to supranational authorities
The impact of state sovereignty of changing and contested borders
If the borders of a state are challengeed either by states, or by seccecessionsits groups within the state itself, the defintive aspects of statehood will also be challegned, such as its permanent population and its ability to apply effective control over an area within defined territorial bounds. In this way, changing and contested borders can pose a considerable threat to state sovereignty
The impact of state sovereignty of issues that require multilateral resolution
When facing major challenges like climate change or terrorism, countries must collaborate to find solutions, enhancing global safety and stability. However, this cooperation often requires some relinquishment of independence, as countries agree to abide by shared rules and take collective action. Balancing self-interest with collective benefit is crucial for effectively addressing these global issues.
