International Relations (IR) refers to the study and practice of political, economic, and social interactions between countries and other global actors. It encompasses the analysis of how states, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and multinational corporations engage with one another, influence global policies, and address transnational issues such as security, trade, diplomacy, and human rights. The field examines various frameworks, theories, and methodologies to understand the dynamics of power, conflict, cooperation, and globalization in the international system. Key elements include the role of power dynamics, national interests, international law, and the impact of historical events on current affairs. Through various approaches, such as realism, liberalism, constructivism, and critical theory, scholars and practitioners aim to comprehend and navigate the complexities of global interactions and challenges.
Friedrich Merz emerges refined and poised, contrasting Olaf Scholz's unexpected fiery rhetoric on the German political stage. The election represents a stark contrast: Scholz's extensive government experience versus Merz's conservative…