Understanding Sustainable Development
Sustainable development is a concept that refers to the idea of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It is a holistic approach...
Category: IR Terminology
Superpower in International Relations
A superpower is a country that has the ability to influence events and shape outcomes in global affairs through its economic, military, and political power. Superpowers have a dominant position in the international system...
World Bank: Introduction, Objectives and Criticism
The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to developing countries for the purpose of promoting economic growth and reducing poverty. The World Bank was established in 1944 as...
War crimes: Introduction, Types and International Law
A war crime is a criminal act that is committed during an armed conflict. War crimes can be committed by individuals or groups, and can be perpetrated by any party to a conflict, including...
United Nations (UN): Introduction, Objectives, Organs, Achievements and Criticism
Introduction The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945 with the goal of promoting international cooperation and addressing global issues. The UN has 193 member countries and works to...
What is Tragedy of the Commons in International Relations?
The tragedy of the commons is a concept in economics that refers to a situation in which a common resource is overused and eventually depleted, as each individual has an incentive to use as...
What is Third World in International Relations?
The term “Third World” was originally used during the Cold War to distinguish countries that were not aligned with either the Western powers (the First World) or the Communist powers (the Second World). The...
Terrorism: Origin, Types and War on Terror
Terrorism is the use of violence and intimidation, particularly against civilians, in order to achieve a political, ideological, or religious goal. Terrorist groups seek to spread fear and destabilize societies, often targeting symbols of...
What is Industry 4.0?
Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is the ongoing trend of automating and digitizing the manufacturing and production processes across various industries. It involves the integration of advanced technologies like the...
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is an international treaty that sets out the rights and obligations of states in their use of the world’s oceans. UNCLOS was adopted...
