GLOPO INTERDEPENDENCE REVIEW

Define Interdependence

Mutual Reliance between and among groups, organizations, areas, and states for access to resources that sustain living aragement.

Emphasizes Mutuality and Reciprocity NOT domination or dependency.

Types of Interdepedence

Economic: Access to markets, services, etc…
Political: Diplomacy, negotiation, etc…
Environmental: Climate change agreements, etc…
Security: Arises with security threats (Nato, etc…)
Symmetrical vs. Asymmetrical: Interdependence where both sides are dependent vs. where one actor depends more heavily.

Kenneth Waltz

Argues that interdependence produces vulnerability. If you depend on others, they can hurt you.

Theory: States MUST prioritize autonomy and security. Too much interdependence is dangerous.

RWE 1 - Economic Interdependence

US-China Trade Relations

Despite tariffs, mutual reliance on manufacturing, semiconductors and debt remains high.

RWE 2 - Economic Interdependence

Global Semiconductor Dependence on Taiwan via TSMC.

TSMC supplies ~90% of world’s advanced chips. Global powers depend on it for AI, defense and tech.