International Politics refers to the study and analysis of political interactions, relationships, and power dynamics between sovereign states and other international actors, such as international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and multinational corporations. It encompasses the practices and mechanisms through which countries engage with each other, including diplomacy, treaties, conflict resolution, and international law.
This field examines the influence of global issues such as war, peace, security, economic development, human rights, and environmental challenges within the international arena. It aims to understand how national interests, ideologies, and historical contexts shape these interactions and the decisions made by various political entities on the global stage.
International politics can involve both cooperative efforts, such as alliances and trade agreements, and competitive dimensions, including power struggles and conflicts. It is often informed by theories and concepts such as realism, liberalism, constructivism, and more, which provide frameworks for analyzing the behavior of states and other actors in the complex global system.