CONTEMPT MIDTERM Flashcards
, also known as the international highway system, is a vast network of interconnected roads and highways that spans across countries and continents, facilitating the movement of people, goods, and services on a global scale
global interstate system
– is an institutional arrangement of governance that addresses regional or globalized issues that go beyond the scope of a nation-state.
Global Interstate System
– a system of centralized rule that succeeded in subordinating all other institutions and groups, temporal and spiritual
State
Emerged in 15th and 16th century in Europe.
State
remains central to the organization of states and international relations, but it has evolved and faces new challenges due to the changing global landscape.
concept of sovereignty
puts emphasis on diversity and celebrates multiculturalism
Internationalism
refers to the coordination and management of international affairs and challenges through the cooperation of multiple actors, including states, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), multinational corporations, and other stakeholders.
Global governance
A state must have a clearly defined territory with recognized borders. The territory should be distinguishable and identifiable on the map.
Defined Territory
A state should have a settled population residing within its borders. The population does not necessarily need to be homogenous but should be stable and self-sustaining
Permanent Population
A state should have an organized and functioning government capable of exercising control over its territory and population.
Effective Government
This includes the ability to enact and enforce laws, provide public services, maintain order, and represent the state in international affairs.
Effective Government
A state must possess the capacity to conduct international relations and interact with other states.
Capacity to Enter into Relations with Other States
This involves the ability to negotiate treaties, engage in diplomacy, and participate in international organizations.
Capacity to Enter into Relations with Other States
A state should be free from the control of any external authority and should not be subject to undue influence from other states or organizations.
Independence
The entity seeking statehood must express a clear intention to be recognized as a sovereign state.
Intent and Willingness
This intention is often demonstrated through actions and declarations that show a desire for independence and self-determination.
Intent and Willingness
The entity seeking statehood needs to be acknowledged as a sovereign state by a significant number of other states in the international community.
Recognition by Other States
2 aspects of the broader concept of sovereignty
Internal sovereignty
external sovereignty
relates to a state’s exclusive authority to govern within its territorial boundaries without interference from external actors.
Internal sovereignty
refers to a state’s recognition as an independent and equal member of the international community.
External sovereignty
It signifies a state’s ability to exercise effective control over its domestic affairs, including its government, laws, policies, and institutions.
Internal sovereignty
It is the acknowledgment by other states and international entities that a particular state possesses the right to govern itself without external interference in its external affairs.
External sovereignty
6 the facilitates cooperation of United Nations
international law
international security
economic development
social progress
human rights
world peace
It is the only international organization for international cooperation that can authorize
The United Nations (UN)
serves as the primary organization for international cooperation, peace, and security.
The United Nations (UN)
primary objective is to advance the economic, social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development.
The Economic and Social Council’s(ECOSOC)
It serves as a gateway of the UN’s partnership with the rest of the world for the coordination, policy review, dialogue, recommendations, and implementations of international development goals.
The Economic and Social Council’s(ECOSOC)
was established as a main organ of the UN (Chapter XIII) to provide international supervision of Trust Territories that are under the administration of seven members-states
The Trusteeship Council
2 working of the council from trusteeship council
- authorized to examine and sinus reports from the administering authority on the political of the peoples of trust territories
- to examine petitions from and undertake periodic and other special mission to trust territories
is the United Nation’s principal judicial organ (Chapter XVI).
International Court of Justice
Its role is to settle legal disputes between states (contentious cases) and to provide advisory opinions on legal questions referred by the UN organs
International Court of Justice
is the most potent organ with the power to make legally binding resolutions.
Security Council (SC)
It is compromised of the strongest military states and is a concrete manifestation of the reality of power dynamics.
Security Council (SC)
The Security council is composed of 15 members, among them would be the five states which are granted permanent seats by the UN Charter (Chapter V)
China
France
Great Britain
Russia
United States
The is the only UN organ with universal representations, with all __ member states represented in the body
General Assembly (GA), 193 members
the General Assembly meets for the__ . moreover, the body also elects a General Assembly President and __ every sessions for a one-year term.
annual General Assembly Session and general debate participated by several heads of state, 21 Vice Presidents
remains to be the primary decisions-maker of the UN in all matters of international peace and security.
Security Council
One example of a global treaty and which aim to phase out the production of numerous substances responsible for ozone depletion, signed in August 26, 1987 with 46 country signatories (US EPA, 2017).
Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer
are related concepts that refer to different approaches to global governance and cooperation among nations.
Globalism and internationalism
refers to a worldview or ideology that emphasizes increasing interconnectedness, interdependence, and integration across national boundaries.
Globalism
3 Examples of globalism
Trade
Climate Change
Human Rights
Globalists support free trade agreements and the reduction of trade barriers to promote economic integration and maximize global welfare.
ex. North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).
Trade
refers to a more nation-centric approach to international cooperation.
Internationalism
t emphasizes the importance of maintaining the sovereignty and independence of individual nations while recognizing the benefits of collaboration and diplomacy.
Internationalism
focus on bilateral and multilateral relationships between nations, working together on specific issues of mutual interest or concern.
Internationalists
3 Examples of internationalism
Diplomacy
Humanitarian Aid
Regional Cooperation
Globalists argue for international cooperation to address climate change and environmental issues. The Paris Agreement, signed by numerous countries in 2015, exemplifies globalist efforts to mitigate global warming through collective action.
climate change
Globalists emphasize the importance of universal human rights and advocate for international human rights instruments and organizations, such as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Amnesty International.
human rights
nternationalists prioritize diplomatic negotiations and agreements between individual nations to address shared challenges or conflicts.
diplomacy
Internationalists promote providing aid and assistance to nations in need during times of crisis or natural disasters. International organizations like the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement work on the principles of internationalism to provide humanitarian support globally
humanitarian aid
Internationalists often emphasize cooperation within specific regions to address regional challenges.
regional cooperation
according to him, state is a
A system of centralized rule that succeeded in subordinating all other institutions and groups, temporal and spiritual
Heywood (2011)
contemporary factors have influenced and shaped the concept of sovereignty?
Technological advancements and global communication
What does Internationalism emphasize?
Economic exchanges among countries
To supervise Trust Territories and ensure steps towards self-governance
primary role of the Trusteeship Council
To settle legal disputes between states and provide advisory opinions on legal questions referred by the UN
the role of the International Court of Justice
“The United Nations represents a moral authority that makes the international community accountable for ensuring peace and security, development, and the respect for human rights.”
Ban Ki-moon
has played a vital role in enhancing globalization as it linked societies closer, with the exchange of ideas, culture, and multiple information.
International mass media
refers to humans’ way of life – how we present ourselves, what are the choices we make and how, how we relate with one another, how we pursue our aspirations.
culture
making term use to help better understand another term.
Metaphor
refers to barriers that prevent or make difficult the movement of things furthermore, solids can either be natural or man-made.
Solidity
refers to the increasing ease of movement of people, things, information and places in the contemporary world.
Liquidity
Characteristics of Liquidity
- Today’s liquid phenomena change quickly and their aspects, spatial and temporal are in continuous fluctuation. This means that time are crucial elements in globalization. In global finance for instance changes in stock market are a matter of seconds.
- Their movement is difficult to stop – for ex. Videos uploaded on you tube or facebook are unstoppable once they become viral. The so called internet sensations become famous not only in their homeland but also to the entire wolrd.
the most important characteristics of liquid:
tends to melt whatever stands in its path
the metaphor best describe globalization is
liquidity
are movement of people, things, places and information brought by the growing “porosity” of global limitations.
Flows,
2 Kinds of flows:
- Poor illegal migrants flooding many parts of the world.
- Virtual flow of legal and illegal information such as blogs, child pornography, immigrants recreating ethnic enclaves in host countries ex. Filipino communities abroad and the Chinese communities in the Phil.
refers to the increasing sameness in the world as cultural inputs, economic factors and political orientations of societies
Homogeneity-
this means other culture influences other cultures
cultural imperialism
Homogeneity in culture is often linked to
cultural imperialism
approach which treats every country in the world as the same
One -size-fits all
– it means only one political orientation is growing in today’s society.
McWorld
The global flow of Media is often characterized as
media imperialism
the process by which western societies are dominated by the principles of fast-food restaurants
McDonaldization-
involves the global spread of rational system, such as efficiency, calculability, predictability, and control pointed out that this process is “extended to other businesses, sectors, and geographic
McDonaldization
pertains to the creation of various cultural practices, new economies, and political groups because of interaction of elements from different societies in the world
Heterogeneity-
refers to the differences because of either lasting differences or of the hybrids or combinations of culture that can be produces through the different trans planetary process.
Heterogeneity
Heterogeneity is culture associated with ___ specific concept is ___
cultural hybridization, “Glocalization”.
is when an international corporation modifies some of its offerings in order to accommodate local consumer tastes or preferences.
Glocalization
it refers to the political groups that are engaged in an “intensification of nationalism and that leads to greater political heterogeneity throughout the world
McWorld vs the “Jihad”
approach emphasizes the integration of local and global culture or interpenetration of the global and local resulting in unique outcomes in different geographic areas.
Cultural Hybridization
is when two or more cultures influence each other and become similar with increased contact.
Cultural Convergence
ex. Brands like McDonald’s or Starbucks are found worldwide, making similar foods and experiences accessible in many different countries.
Cultural Convergence
Ex. The spread of the effects of American financial crisis on Europe.
flows
ex. McDonald’s Menus: McDonald’s adapts its menu to fit local tastes. In India, they offer a “McAloo Tikki” (vegetarian burger), while in Japan, they offer “Teriyaki McBurger.”
Glocalization
emphasizes the fact that cultures are essentially different and are only superficially affected by global flows.
Cultural Differentialism-
ex. Ex. The bloody political conflict between the West and Islamic civilizations
Cultural Differentialism
way of life manifested in tangible objects and intangible ideas we hold dear.
culture
are articulated in symbols or illustrations that convey meanings.
Culture
It is also manifested in language or a system of symbols that enable members of a society to communicate with one another.
culture
is the process through which individuals or groups from one culture come into contact with and adopt practices, values, and customs from another culture.
Acculturation
example:
Global Popularity of K-Pop: The rise of K-pop around the world has led to the blending of Korean and Western music styles, fashion, and dance, with fans from diverse cultures adopting elements of Korean culture.
Acculturation
refers to the process of making adjustments or adaptations to accommodate the needs or preferences of individuals or groups from different cultural backgrounds
ex.
Accommodation
ex. Language Interpretation Services and Cultural Sensitivity Training
Providing interpretation services in healthcare settings, legal proceedings, and educational institutions to facilitate communication between individuals who speak different languages.
Language Interpretation Services
Providing training to employees in diverse workplaces to raise awareness about cultural differences and promote respectful interactions.
Cultural Sensitivity Training
refers to the process by which individuals or groups adopt the cultural norms, values, and practices of the dominant or host culture, often at the expense of their own cultural identity.
ex.
Assimilation
ex. Social Assimilation and Language Assimilation
Immigrants may adapt their social behaviors and norms to conform to those of the dominant culture. This could include changes in clothing styles, social interactions, and recreational activities.
Social Assimilation
Immigrants to a new country may gradually adopt the dominant language of that country, such as immigrants to the United States learning English as their primary language.
Language Assimilation
2 kinds of media
one to one
mass communication
ex. phone conversation between two person
one to one
ex. the films
mass communication
advertising, marketing and critue are all features assosiciated with
media
cultures refer to the diverse and interconnected forms of media content, communication, and expressions that transcend national boundaries and reach audiences worldwide.
Global media
the convergence of different media platforms and technologies, such as television, radio, print, film, and the internet.
Media Convergence
This convergence enables the seamless flow of media content across various devices and facilitates the global distribution of media products.
Media Convergence
by introducing audiences to content and perspectives from diverse cultures and societies.
Cultural Exchange
certain cultural elements as popular media products.
allowing local cultures to resist and reinterpret global influences, leading to hybrid cultural expressions.
Homogenization and Heterogenization:
Exposure to global media cultures can shape individual and collective identities. Audiences may integrate elements from various media sources into their identities, leading to the formation of transnational or cosmopolitan identities.
Influence on Identities
Global media cultures often require translation and localization to make content accessible to diverse linguistic audiences.
Language and Translation
by producing and distributing content that reaches audiences worldwide
Transnational Media Companies
Global media cultures facilitate the spread of social and political movements.
Media Activism and Social Movement
Events like the Olympic Games, World Cup, and major entertainment awards ceremonies have become global media spectacles, drawing massive international audiences and promoting a sense of global community.
Global Media Events
where the values and norms of one culture are imposed on others, potentially leading to the erosion of local cultures.
Challenges of Cultural Imperialism
The global nature of media requires careful consideration of ethical practices and regulatory frameworks to address issues like misinformation, privacy concerns, and cultural sensitivity.
Ethical and Regulatory Considerations
play a significant role in shaping how people consume and participate in media content on a global scale.
Global media cultures
refer to the movement of ideas, values, practices, and artifacts across geographical, social, and political boundaries. These flows can occur through various channels, including trade, migration, technology, media, and globalization.
ex.
Cultural Flows
ex. Media and Technology
Platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram enable the instant dissemination of cultural content, trends, and ideas across borders, allowing individuals to connect with others from different cultural backgrounds.
Social Media and Global Connectivity
also known as cultural relativism or cultural pluralism, is an approach or perspective that recognizes and respects the diversity of cultures and believes that each culture should be understood and evaluated in its own context,
Cultural differentialism
Cultural differentialism advocates for respecting and valuing the diversity of human cultures.
Respect for Cultural Diversity
It recognizes that cultural practices, beliefs, and values are shaped by historical, geographical, and social contexts and should not be judged solely through the lens of one’s own cultural perspective.
Respect for Cultural Diversity