International relations
Example: International relations have shaped global peace efforts for decades.
Definition
"International relations" refers to the study and practice of political, economic, and diplomatic interactions between countries. It examines how nations cooperate, compete, and communicate to shape global policies, peace, and security over time.
Translations
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relación internacional -
internationale betrekkingen -
relacions internacionals -
relations internationales -
internationale Beziehungen
Etymology
The term "international relations" combines 'international,' meaning 'between nations,' and 'relations,' meaning 'connections or dealings.' It emerged as a formal academic discipline in the early 20th century, especially after World War I, to understand the complex ties that bind countries together.
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"International relations" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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