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International Affairs (IA)

The complex interactions between countries and global actors encompassing political, economic, historical, and legal fields.

Realism

A theory of international affairs emphasizing the anarchic nature of politics and the centrality of the state, where power struggles are key.

Survival and Power

In realism, states prioritize their existence and dominance within the international system.

Zero-sum game

A situation in international politics where one state's gain is equivalent to another state's loss.

Liberalism

A theory that focuses on cooperation and the belief that international institutions and democratic values can promote peace.

Kantian Triad

A concept in liberalism suggesting that international institutions, democracy, and economic interdependence can mitigate anarchy.

Constructivism

A theory emphasizing the impact of ideas, identities, and norms in shaping international relations.

State Sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself, characterized by non-interference in internal matters and legal equality among states.

System Polarity

The distribution of power among states, influencing global stability, which can be unipolar, bipolar, or multipolar.

The Bargaining Model of War

A framework suggesting that war results from failed negotiations, often due to indivisible resources or commitment problems.

Impact of Individual Leaders

The influence individual leaders have on international policies and outcomes, affected by their risk tolerance and personal beliefs.

Irredentism

A form of nationalism involving territorial claims based on historical or ethnic ties, often leading to conflicts.

Tragedy of the Commons

A situation in which individuals prioritize personal gain over collective well-being, hindering cooperation on shared resources.

Paris Agreement

An international treaty aimed at addressing climate change and its impacts through global cooperation.

Balance of Power

The distribution and balancing of military and economic power among states to prevent any one nation from dominating.

Kinds of Anarchies

1. hobbesian/competative: self help (realism)

2. Lockean/individualistic: self help, but more live and let free (neoliberal)

3. Kantian/Cooperative: anarchy of friends is not self- help. collective security

IR Theories and Levels of Analysis

A framework for understanding international relations that includes various theories such as realism, liberalism, and constructivism, as well as different levels of analysis like individual, state, and systemic.

first image anaylsis

realism: human nature

liberalism: none

constructivism: role of individuals in structural change (Gorbachev)

2nd image

Realism: motivational

liberalism: democratic peace and interdependence

constructivism: domestic norms or ideas, strategic culture, organizational culture

3rd image

realism: neorealism, offensive, defensive, hegemonic, motivational

liberalism: institutionalism, interdependence

constructivism: ideas, identity, structure (wendt), global norms or ideas, nuclear taboo and assassination