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Systems and interactions in global politics Notes
Understanding Systems in Global Politics
International Politics
System: A set of interconnected parts that form a complex whole.
Global Political System: Comprises states, international organizations, non-state actors, and norms that interact to shape world politics.
Note
Systems can be open(interacting with the environment) or closed(isolated from external influences).
The global political system is open, constantly influenced by economic, social, and environmental factors.
Key Features of Systems
Interdependence: Parts of the system rely on each other, meaning changes in one area can affect the whole.
Feedback Loops: Processes where outputs of a system influence its future behavior. These can be:
Positive Feedback: Amplifies change, leading to instability or growth.
Negative Feedback: Stabilizes the system by counteracting change.
Emergent Properties: Characteristics that arise from the interactions of system components, not present in individual parts.
Example
The European Union's single market is an emergent property of member states' cooperation, enabling free movement of goods, services, people, and capital.
Types of Systems in Global Politics
Anarchic System: No central authority, states act based on self-interest and survival.
Example: The international system, where sovereignty and non-intervention are key principles.
Hierarchical System: A central authority governs interactions.
Example: The United Nations Security Council, where permanent members have veto power.
Complex Adaptive Systems: Composed of diverse, autonomous actors that adapt to changing conditions.
Example: Global trade networks, where states, corporations, and institutions interact dynamically.
Common Mistake
It's a common misconception that the international system is entirely anarchic.
While there is no global government, institutions like the UN and international law provide some level of order and cooperation.
Interactions in Global Politics
Interactions: The ways in which actors within a system relate to and influence each other.
Types of Interactions:
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Two rival states engage in formal discussions, propose compromises, and draft a binding agreement to resolve a border dispute. This process of reaching an understanding through dialogue is best described as which type of interaction?
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Introduction to Systems in Global Politics
A system is a set of interconnected parts that form a complex whole.
In global politics, systems help us understand how different actors and elements interact on the world stage.
DefinitionSystemA set of interconnected parts that form a complex whole.
AnalogyThink of a system like a spider web - when you touch one part, the whole web feels the impact.
ExampleThe global political system includes states, international organizations, non-state actors, and norms that all interact with each other.
NoteSystems thinking helps us see the bigger picture in global politics, rather than focusing on isolated events.
