1. The Study of International
Relations

2. Concerns the relationships among the world
governments and their close connection with:
other actors (such
as international
organizations,
multilateral
corporations, and
individuals);
other social
structures
(including
economics, culture,
and domestic
politics); and,
other
geographical
and historical
influences.
International Relations

3. IR and Daily Life

4. Some
examples:
Vote in
an
election
work in a
political
campaign
buy a product
or service
traded on
world markets
watch
the news

5. Through those choices, every
person makes a unique
contribution, however small,
to the world of international
relations.

6. How can international
relations affect our
lives?

7. Jobs depend on the global economy and international
economic competition
Many goods we consume such as electronics, clothes,
and gasoline depend on the world trading system
The effects of war and its dangers even in peacetime
When we watch TV and films
Advancement of technology
Communication and transportation
Globalization
IR and Daily Life

8. It is practical discipline
• Different personalities especially
professors publicize their ideas to
influence the foreign policy of their
country
Theoretical debates in the field
of IR are fundamental, but
unresolved.
•Understanding how the world works
IR as a Field of Study

9. It is about international politics –
the decisions of government
about foreign actors, especially
other governments
It is about diplomacy, war, trade
relations, alliances, cultural
exchanges, participation in
international organizations, and
so forth (Political relations)
Define by its two main subfields:
• International Security
• International Political Economy

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