Diplomacy and Cooperation Vocabulary

A complete vocabulary list translated and defined in English based on the lecture transcript regarding international relations, politics, and regional cooperation.

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featuring

Having someone or something as a prominent part or guest.

keynote address

A main speech or presentation delivered at a conference or meeting.

Vietnamese Prime Minister

The head of government of Vietnam.

alongside

Together with or at the same time as.

remark from

A comment or observation made by a specific individual.

senior United Nations officials

High-ranking individuals belonging to the UN administrative bodies.

foreign minister

A government official in charge of a nation's foreign policy.

prerequisite

A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else to happen.

Prosperity

The state of being successful, usually in material or financial terms.

profound security

Deep or intense state of being free from danger or threat.

formulate

To create, prepare, or build something methodically.

clear-eyed view

An objective, realistic, or clear-sighted way of looking at a situation.

marked by

Characterized or distinguished by a particular feature.

ideological divisions

Splits or disagreements based on different sets of beliefs and ideals.

mistrust

A lack of trust or confidence in something or someone.

dynamic

Characterized by constant change, activity, or progress.

bloc’s commitment

The formal pledge or dedicated support of a group of allied nations.

sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself or another state.

non-interference

The failure or refusal to intervene in the internal affairs of others.

dispute

A disagreement, argument, or debate.

settlement of disputes.

The process of resolving a disagreement or argument.

taken for granted

Assumed to be true or available without question or appreciation.

range from

To vary between two specified limits or possibilities.

cyber warface

The use of computer technology to disrupt or attack a state or organization.

proxy conflicts

Wars instigated by a major power that does not itself become involved directly.

call for

To publicly demand or request that something be done.

transnational challenge

A problem or obstacle that extends across national boundaries.

drug trafficking

The illegal trade and distribution of drugs.

environmental degradation

The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources.

reiterated

Repeated or said again for emphasis or clarity.

implementation

The process of putting a decision, plan, or agreement into effect.

Declaration

A formal, explicit, or official statement or announcement.

conduct

The action or manner of managing or directing an activity.

substantive

Having a firm basis in reality and being important or meaningful.

global crises

Intense difficulties or dangerous situations affecting the entire world.

in response to

As a reaction to a specific event or situation.

underscore

To emphasize or highlight the importance of something.

Secretariat

A permanent administrative office or department of an organization.

stakeholder participation

The involvement of parties that have an interest or concern in a process.

prosperous

Flourishing and successful, especially in economic terms.

intergration

The action or process of combining into a whole; unification.

uncertainty

The state of being unsure or having doubt about something.

reinforce

To strengthen or support an existing structure, law, or idea.

uphold

To confirm, support, or maintain a law or principle.

consultation

The action or process of formally seeking advice or discussion.

preventive diplomacy

Action taken to prevent disputes from arising or escalating into conflicts.

propose

To put forward a plan or suggestion for consideration.

centrality

The quality of being foundational or at the center of a framework.

emerging

Becoming apparent, important, or prominent.

comprehensive connectivity

All-inclusive links or connections between regions and sectors.

deepening

Making something more intense, thorough, or extensive.

intra-regional cooperation

Collaboration within a specific geographic area or group of states.

readiness

The state of being fully prepared for an action or situation.

facilitate

To make an action or process easier to achieve.

leveraging

Using something to its maximum advantage.

upheavals

Violent or sudden changes or disruptions to something.

unprecedented

Never done or known before; new and unique.

grappling

Struggling or dealing with a difficult challenge or situation.

investment inflow

The movement of capital into a country or organization.

national interest

The goals and ambitions of a nation, primarily regarding security and economy.

fundamental principle

A basic rule or belief that serves as a foundation for a system.

regional architecture

The set of rules and institutions that manage relations within a region.

mechanism

A system of parts or steps working together in a process.

steadfast

Resolutely or dutifully firm and unwavering.

remain

To continue to exist or stay in a particular state.

evolving

Developing gradually from a simple to a more complex form.

emphasised

Gave special importance or prominence to something.

measure

A plan or course of action taken to achieve a purpose.

geopolitical tensions

Strains between nations based on political and geographic factors.

model of dialogue

A standard or example of formal communication and discussion.

defend

To protect from harm, danger, or attack.

urge

To try earnestly or persistently to persuade someone.

increasingly polarised world

A global state where opinions are divided into two contrasting groups.

consensus-based

Drawn from general agreement among all members of a group.

proactively establish

To create or set up something in anticipation of future needs.

digital governance framework

A set of rules for managing digital technologies and data.

inclusively

In a way that includes all members of a group or society.

initiative

An introductory act or initial leading action intended to solve a problem.

align

To arrange in a straight line or in correct relative positions.

intensifying strategic competition

Growing rivalry between powers for dominance and influence.

multilateral norm

A standard or rule of behavior shared by many nations.

supply-chain disruptions

Disturbances in the process of producing and distributing goods.

foresight

The ability to predict what will happen or be needed in the future.

citizen welfare

The health, happiness, and prosperity of the people in a nation.

power grid

A network of electrical transmission lines.

establish

To set up or create something on a firm or permanent basis.

ethical

Relating to moral principles or the correctness of conduct.

equitable

Fair, impartial, and just for all parties.

Harnessing

Controlling and making use of a resource or power.

confront

To meet or face a challenge or hostile situation directly.

rivalry

Competition for the same objective or for superiority.

economic fragmentation

The splitting of the economy into separate, non-integrated parts.

solid political determination

Firm and unwavering resolve by government leadership.

Fertilizer

A substance added to soil to increase its fertility for plant growth.

external shock

An unexpected event from outside a system that causes significant impact.

labour mobility

The ability of workers to move from one job or location to another.

social welfare

Governmental or social services provided to persons in need.