The UK and Ireland
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Few European states are as tightly linked as the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. These two countries have a special set of historical, geographical, economic, social, cultural and even familiar ties.

The relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland has been fed by centuries of _____ rules in Ireland.

British

Asymmetry used to characterise relations between the two islands. Political power, geographical scale and economic wealth have historically moulded their relations.

Ireland has been the smaller, less populated and poorer island and much the weaker and more peripheral. That was expressed in its conquest and colonisation by Britain in medieval and early modern times, subsequently in its subordinate politics within the developing UK and then in its state-seeking ____ to depart it.

<p>nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

From the Norman invasion, through the Partition, the Troubles and Brexit, the relationship has been marked by insurrection, ____ and strained diplomacy.

<p>war</p> Signup and view all the answers

In recent years, the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland has evolved dramatically, particularly over management of the situation in ____ Ireland.

<p>Northern</p> Signup and view all the answers

The relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland is a unique but also complex and enigmatic one.

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The ties between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland are not only historical and geographical but also economic, social, cultural and even ____.

<p>familiar</p> Signup and view all the answers

The conquest and colonisation of Ireland by Britain occurred in ____ and early modern times.

<p>medieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

Ireland has historically been the smaller, less populated and poorer island, while the United Kingdom has had more ____ and economic power.

<p>political</p> Signup and view all the answers

The relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland has been characterised by insurrection, war and strained diplomacy, particularly during the Troubles and ____

<p>Brexit</p> Signup and view all the answers

The relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland is a unique one, due to the special set of historical, geographical, economic, social, cultural and even familiar ____ between the two countries.

<p>ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

What historical event contributed to the asymmetry in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>The Norman invasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current state of the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>It has evolved dramatically in recent years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that has historically molded the relations between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>Political power</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the response of Ireland to its subordinate politics within the developing UK?

<p>State-seeking nationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current situation in Northern Ireland?

<p>Tense and unstable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland based on?

<p>A special set of historical, geographical, economic, social, cultural and even familiar ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Partition in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>It created a divide between the Protestant and Catholic communities in Northern Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Troubles?

<p>A period of insurrection, war, and strained diplomacy in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Brexit in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>It has created a hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland in terms of economic power?

<p>The United Kingdom is still the more economically powerful country</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland is complex and enigmatic?

<p>Their shared history</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current state of the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland in terms of insurrection and war?

<p>It is now completely peaceful</p> Signup and view all the answers

What historical event contributed to the asymmetry in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>The Norman invasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that historically molded the relations between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>Political power</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for Ireland's state-seeking nationalism?

<p>To depart from the UK</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has marked the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland throughout history?

<p>Insurrection, war, and strained diplomacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the recent evolution of the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>Management of the situation in Northern Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the special set of ties between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>Historical, geographical, economic, social, cultural, and familiar ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Ireland's smaller size and population in relation to the United Kingdom?

<p>It has historically made Ireland weaker and more peripheral</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the conquest and colonisation of Ireland by Britain?

<p>To establish British rule in Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor that characterises the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland as enigmatic?

<p>Centuries of British rule in Ireland</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Troubles in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>It marked a period of insurrection, war, and strained diplomacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Northern Ireland in the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>It has been a source of tension and conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the complexity of the relationship between the United Kingdom and Ireland?

<p>The unique set of historical, geographical, economic, social, cultural, and familiar ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

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