4.8/4.9 Flashcards
irredentism
the political claim to territory in another country based on ethnic affiliations and historic borders
example of ethnic cleansing
Sudan military killing dafur people
terrorism
calculated use of violent acts against civilians and symbolic targets to publicize a cause; intimidate/correct a civilian population, or affect the conduct of the government
sovereignty
power and control within your borders
supranationalism
occurs when a collection of nation-states and their citizens relinquish some sovereign rights to a larger-scale body that exercises authority over its member states
united nations
international organization that is responsible for maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, achieving international cooperation, and harmonizing actions of nation
European Union
a political, economic, and social union of 28 independent European countries that promotes the free movement of ppl, goods, services, and capital among its members
African Union
a continental organization of African states that seeks to drive Africa’s growth and economic development thru cooperation and integration of member states
Artic Council
an international governmental forum that promotes interaction among the Arctic states and indigenous communities on common Arctic issues, particularly sustainable development and environmental protection
North American Free Trade Agreement
a 1994 trade agreement between Canada, the US, and Mexico
Association of Southeast Asian Nations
A regional intergovernmental organization comprising of 10 countries in Southeast Asia to promote intergovernmental cooperation and facilitate economic growth, social progress, and cultural development in the region
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
an intergovernmental military alliance among 29 North American and European countries with the purpose of guaranteeing the freedom and security of its members
