International Relations

International Relations (IR) is the study of the interactions between sovereign states, as well as the roles of international organizations, non-governmental organizations, multinational corporations, and other actors in the global arena. It encompasses the analysis of foreign policy, international conflict and cooperation, diplomacy, and the structures of global governance. IR seeks to understand how countries and other entities pursue their interests, manage their differences, and work together to address global challenges such as security, trade, human rights, and environmental issues. The field draws from various disciplines, including political science, history, economics, and law, and employs various theoretical frameworks, including realism, liberalism, and constructivism, to analyze international behaviors and trends. Overall, International Relations provides insight into the complex web of political, social, and economic relationships that define interactions on the world stage.