APHUG: Unit 4 - Vocab Quiz 4 (No Chapter)

Economies of Scale

cost reductions that occur when production rises

Trade Agreements

a legal pact between two or more countries that outlines the rules and regulations for trade between them, aiming to reduce or eliminate barriers such as tariffs and quotas

Military Alliance

an agreement between two or more nations to provide mutual support in case of conflict or war

Supranational Organizations

an alliance of three or more states that work together in pursuit of common goals or to address an issue or challenge

United Nations

an international organization founded in 1945, aimed at fostering global cooperation and maintaining peace and security among nations

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

a military alliance formed in 1949 between North American and European countries to provide collective defense against aggression, particularly during the Cold War

European Union

a political and economic union of 27 European countries that are committed to promoting integration and cooperation among its member states

Association of Southeast Asian Nations

a regional organization founded in 1967 to promote political and economic cooperation and regional stability among its member states

Arctic Council

an intergovernmental forum established in 1996 to promote cooperation, coordination, and interaction among the Arctic states and indigenous communities

African Union

a continental organization founded in 2001 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, aimed at promoting unity and cooperation among African nations

Failed State

a political entity that is unable to provide basic functions and services to its citizens, often characterized by a lack of effective governance, widespread corruption, and significant social unrest

Ethnic Nationalist Movement

social and political campaigns that seek to assert the rights and identity of a specific ethnic group within a larger national context, often advocating for greater autonomy or independence

Infrastructure Development

the process of building and improving essential physical and organizational structures and facilities, such as transportation systems, communication networks, water supply, and energy systems

Cultural Cohesion

the bonds and shared values that unite individuals within a specific cultural group, fostering a sense of belonging and identity