a history if global politics: creating an international order Flashcards
internationalism vs globalization
internationalism:
mainly to interactions btwn nations or govt
globalization:
include many types of connections (ppl, business, culture and ideas)`, not js btwn govt
true or false:
globalization is a major part of internationalism
false - internationalism is a major part of globalization
what are the 4 major characteristics in today’s world politics
independent, self governing countries
diplomacy between countries
international institutions (like the UN) facilitating interactions
theses institutions developing their own roles beyond just hosting meetings
it is composed of two-non interchangeable words
nation-state
not all states are nations, not all nation are states
state: japan, ph, sg
nation: korea, china
the concept of a nation-state is relatively new in history
“imagined community” of people sharing culture, language
4 key attributes of states
authority over citizens
controls a specific territory
a government structure
sovereignty (internal and external independence)
why do nations often aim to become states or gain autonomy within larger states
to protect and promote their unique identities and interests
why does nationalism plays a crucial role in state formation
it drives the creation of independent nation-states
it fuels movement for autonomy or independence within existing states
the collective body of Christian people, nations and cultures
Christendom
it is a group of people who feel connected even if they do not know each other personally
nation as an “imagined community”
as members share a sense of unity, feel s connection with a community (ex: cheer for a national athelete)
what are the limited nature of nations
have boundaries unlike religious communities
u cant easily join a nation (etc passport)
it is often based on shared culture, language and territory
why do nations strive for statehood
want to bcm independent states or gain autonomy
desire - comes from wanting official recognition and self governance
(ex: Scotland in the UK wants independence movement)
it is one of the fundamental principles of modern state politics
sovereignty
- entails gg back as far as 400 years ago
