Sinn 1
When a state breaks up into smaller parts (example: the USSR)
What is... disintegration
A process through which a political regime becomes more democratic.
What is democratization
A multinational alliance created for different united purposes, for example NATO or the African Union.
What is a supranational organization.
State that no longer has a functioning government.
What is... failed state.
Patriotism, economic opportunities, and a common language are examples of this.
What is... centripetal forces.
Syria is an example of this.
What is... failed state.
Sudan is an example of this.
What is... disintegration.
These agreements reduce the possibility of a country attacking you.
What is... military alliance.
These agreements allow for more goods and services to be sold in your country.
What is... economic treaties.
These agreements help make the world (and your state) a cleaner and better place to be.
What is... environmental agreements.
As a result of this, some governments may see citizens more invested in their country and its success, leading to more economic prosperity and an increased acceptance of different cultures.
What are... centripetal forces.
When a state’s national identity is based on a common ethnicity.
What is... ethnonationalism.
As a result of this, some governments become failed states. We also see the rise of nationalist movements as various ethnic groups organize within a state and possibly form their own governments. There also may be an increase in inequality, or different regions of a state having very different economic prospects.
What are... centrifugal forces.
When countries join supranational organizations, they give up some of this.
What is... sovereignty.
The removal of dictators through media in North Africa is an example of this factor that challenges sovereignty.
What is... technology.
Technology, Supranational Organizations, Globalization, Global Markets, and Devolution are examples of this.
What are... factors that challenge sovereignty.
Devolution, rise of technology & communication, and dependence on other states for trade or resources (e.g. oil) is an example of this.
What is… challenges to state sovereignty.