Regionalism finals Flashcards
Concept of regionalism
Regionalism is the theory or practice of coordinating social, economic or political activities within region comprising a number of states on an institutional level.
It involves the growth of norms, rules and formal structures through which coordination is brought about.
Nature of regionalism
Regionalism is a process through which geographical regions become significant political and economic units, serving as the basis for cooperation and possibly identity.
What are the forms of regionalism?
Economic regionalism
Security regionalism
Political regionalism
What is economic regionalism?
Economic regionalism refers to the creation of greater economic opportunities through cooperation among states in the same geographical region.
What is security regionalism?
Security regionalism refers to forms of cooperation designed to protect states from their enemies, both neighboring and distant ones.
What is political regionalism?
Political regionalism refers to attempts by states in the same are to strengthen or protect shared values, thereby enhancing their image and reputation and gaining a more powerful diplomatic voice.