Global Interstate System and Governance Quiz

Global Interstate System & Contemporary Global Governance

• The Global Interstate System is a system where the nation-state is the primary unit of the international system.
• The contemporary world is in a phase where there is a decline in national sovereignty due to the emergence of global governance.
• Global governance is characterized by the influence of non-state actors.
• The emergence of global governance is a result of globalization which is the growing interconnectivity and interdependence of nation-states.
• Global governance is also a result of the rising cost of interstate war and militarism.
• Global governance also aims to create an international system that is based on cooperation rather than conflict.
• Globalization has a major effect on governments around the world.
• Global governance is a complex system with varying degrees of impact.
• The state can be defined as a distinctive political entity with its own set of rules and practices.

Treaty of Westphalia

• The Treaty of Westphalia, signed in 1648, marked the end of the Thirty Years War.
• The Treaty of Westphalia established the modern nation-state system.
• The Treaty of Westphalia established the principle of state sovereignty.
• The principle of state sovereignty gives states the power to govern their own affairs without interference from other states.

Nation-state

• The nation-state is a political entity that combines the concept of a nation with the concept of a state.
• The nation-state is a creation of the modern world.
• The nation-state is also characterized by a strong sense of national identity and a desire for self-determination.

State

• The state is a political entity that has a permanent population, a defined territory, a government, and sovereignty.
• Sovereignty means the ultimate authority within a territory.

Nation

• A nation is a group of people who share a common culture, language, history, and territory.
• Often, nations are closely tied to the concept of nationalism.

Nationalism

• Nationalism is the belief that a nation should have its own state.

Globalism

• Globalism is a process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among nation-states.
• Globalism is driven by technological advancements and the rise of global institutions, such as the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.
• Globalism leads to the weakening of national sovereignty.

Non-Governmental Organizations

• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are non-profit organizations that operate outside of government control.
• NGOs engage in a variety of activities that aim to promote social and environmental change.

References

• The Contemporary World by Prince Kennex Reguyal Aldama, Rex Bookstore, Philippine Copyright 2018
• The Contemporary World by Lisandro E. Claudio & Patricio N. Abinales, C&E Publishing Inc., 2018

People’s Lifestyles through Time

• People’s lifestyle changes are driven by economic status and work evolution.
• Hunting and Gathering: Nomadic lifestyle with men hunting and women gathering food.
• Agriculture Revolution: Shift to settled life, cultivation of crops and domestication of animals.
• Industrialization: Workers moved from rural areas to cities, jobs became specialized and formalized due to mechanization.
• Post-War: Mass employment in manufacturing and service industries.
• Information Age: Proliferation of computers and the internet transformed jobs.
• Gig Economy: Short-term contracts and freelance work are common.
• Remote Work, Automation, and AI: These are expected to replace some jobs but also create new ones.
• Flexibility: The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated remote work, changing how and where work is done.
• Sustainability and Social Impact: Careers in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and social services are on the rise.

Global Economy and Market Integration

• Protectionism: Government intervention in foreign trade to encourage domestic production.
• Tariff: A fee on imports or exports, increasing the price of goods for consumers.
• World Market: Refers to the international exchange of goods, services, and capital.
• Benefits of the World Market: Access to international technology, variety and diversification of goods, specialization, cultural exchanges, and poverty alleviation.
• Drawbacks of the World Market: Competition between countries, unequal economic growth, imbalance in trade, and domestic job loss.

Five Key Elements of Economic Globalization

• International Trade: Increasing share of goods and services are imported/exported.
• Foreign Direct Investment (FDI): Investment in enterprises operating outside the investor's economy.
• Capital Market Flows: Increased diversification of portfolios to include foreign financial assets.
• Migration: Skilled workers moving between countries, potentially benefiting or harming economies.
• Diffusion of Technology: Innovations in telecommunications and technology facilitate cross-border idea sharing.

Test your understanding of the Global Interstate System and the rise of global governance. Explore how globalization influences national sovereignty and the role of non-state actors in contemporary politics. This quiz delves into historical components like the Treaty of Westphalia and their relevance today.