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Explain the difference between 'International Relations' and 'Foreign Policy' perspectives in the context of world politics.
International Relations adopts a macro perspective on world politics by examining patterns of interactions among societies. Foreign Policy adopts a micro perspective by focusing on the actions of individual state actors towards the international environment.
What is the definition of Foreign Policy?
Foreign Policy is the behavior of the state towards other international actors in the external environment. It is the activity whereby the state acts and interacts in the external environment.
What are the targets of Foreign Policy?
The targets of foreign policy are not limited to other states. Foreign policy may be targeted at specific individuals, non-state actors (international organizations, global human rights groups, multinational corporations, terrorist groups).
What are the characteristics that distinguish Foreign Policy from other types of policies or actions?
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What is the more specific definition of Foreign Policy?
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What is the unitary dimension of Foreign Policy?
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Explain the difference between 'International Relations' and 'Foreign Policy' perspectives in the context of world politics.
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What is Foreign Policy and how does it relate to International Relations?
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What are the targets of Foreign Policy?
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What is the more specific definition of Foreign Policy?
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