International Relations

International Relations (IR) is the study of the interactions among sovereign states, as well as between international organizations, non-governmental organizations, intergovernmental organizations, and multinational corporations. It involves the analysis of foreign policy, international politics, diplomacy, and the resulting economic, cultural, and social effects on the global stage. Scholars in this field examine power dynamics, conflict and cooperation, global governance, and the impact of globalization. The discipline encompasses various theories, including realism, liberalism, and constructivism, each offering different perspectives on how states and non-state actors relate to one another. Ultimately, International Relations seeks to understand the complexities of the international system and the factors that influence state behavior and global interactions.