The Challenge of Politics
Fifth Edition
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
- Discuss current patterns in international relations.
- Describe the critical role played by the Cold War in defining the international system.
- Describe the basic structure and function of the United Nations as an example of multilateralism.
- Explain the nature and function of regional integration by using the example of the European Union.
- Define neutrality, nonalignment, and isolation in international relations.
- Discuss some of the key nonstate actors in the international system—nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), terrorist groups, and multinational corporations (MNCs).