States as key actors in global politics and the balance of power (state sovereignty). (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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International anarchy
International anarchy
No global authority to enforce rules or mediate conflicts
Self-help system
Self-help system
States rely on own resources/strategies to secure interests
State sovereignty meaning
State sovereignty meaning
States accountable only to themselves & citizens
National interest
National interest
Primary concern of states; shapes foreign & domestic policy
Security dilemma
Security dilemma
States' defensive actions make other states feel threatened
Balance of power
Balance of power
Distribution of power among states to prevent dominance
Unipolar system
Unipolar system
One state holds overwhelming power & influence
Bipolar system
Bipolar system
Two major powers dominate the global stage
Multipolar system
Multipolar system
Multiple states hold significant power
Cold War polarity type
Cold War polarity type
Bipolar (US & Soviet Union as two superpowers)
Current global polarity
Current global polarity
Multipolar (China, Russia, USA, EU)
States & IGOs relationship
States & IGOs relationship
States reluctant to relinquish sovereignty to IGOs
US-China Asia-Pacific example shows
US-China Asia-Pacific example shows
Security dilemma - military build-up seen as threats
Brexit reason related to
Brexit reason related to
UK concerns about sovereignty in EU
Risk in multipolar balance of power
Risk in multipolar balance of power
Misreading intentions & conflict escalation