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What is supranationalism?
Give 3 examples of economic types of supranationalism.
OPEC, NAFTA, EU
What type of supranationalism is OPEC?
economic
What is the purpose of OPEC?
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What countries are involved in OPEC?
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What type of supranationalism is the EU?
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What type of supranationalism is NAFTA?
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Give an example of a cultural type of supranationalism.
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What countries are involved in the ICO?
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Give an example of devolution that has taken place.
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What type of devolution is Ireland/ Great Britain?
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What was the reason that devolution occurred between Ireland and Great Britain?
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Study Notes
Supranationalism
- An alliance of three or more countries formed for mutual benefits such as economic, cultural, or political/military cooperation.
Types of Supranationalism
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Economic Supranationalism: Involves economic collaborations among countries.
- Examples include OPEC, NAFTA, and the EU.
OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries)
- Member countries include Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, and Kuwait.
- Main purpose is to control oil prices and supplies among its members.
EU (European Union)
- Key member countries are France, Germany, and Italy, with Germany being the wealthiest and most populated.
- Aim is to create a single currency, the euro, to facilitate efficient trade.
NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement)
- Consists of Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.
- Designed to eliminate most tariffs and trade barriers on products and services among its member countries.
Cultural Supranationalism
- Example includes the ICO (Islamic Cooperation Organization).
- Member countries include Nigeria, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, and Somalia.
- Aims to protect the Islamic faith.
Devolution
- Refers to the breakup of a country into smaller nations due to internal conflicts.
- Example: the division of Ireland from Great Britain.
Devolution in Ireland and Great Britain
- Characterized as cultural devolution.
- Resulted from religious differences; primarily Ireland's Catholic population seeking independence from Protestant rule.
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This set of flashcards covers key concepts related to supranationalism and devolution. Definitions, examples, and the implications of alliances involving multiple countries are explored. Ideal for students studying political science and international relations.
