International Politics Dersi 3. Ünite Sorularla Öğrenelim

What is the basic definition of region?

Region refers to a defined and clear area in one geographic space where boundries are lined; with reference to Frost. 

What types of region exist in the literature and what do they stand for?

The types of ‘regions’ are referred to as micro-regions and they can exist
within a special state or be cross-border naturally. The concept of region also shows macro-regions (regions of the world), which are larger territorial (in contrast to non-territorial) units or sub-systems, between the state and the level of global system. Finally, there are meso-regions: mid-range state or non-state arrangements and processes between the two levels

What does the term regionalism refer to?

Regionalism which can be defined as a theory or practice of being regional rather than being central in the level of system, administration or economic, cultural, or political affiliation is a prominent trend in the field of regional or systemic studies.

What is the relationship between regionalism and federalism?

It should be reminded that federalism and regionalism are fundamentally in tertwined in both theory andpractice

According to the table presenting the forms of regionalism, what does collaboration aim to achieve?

Achievement of economies of scale and equitable benefits that cannot be achieved nationally.

what does economic integration require according to the forms of regionalism?

Legally binding arrangements, including commitment to national resource allocation; each country commits to amending their internal laws / requirements to meet the shared regional objectives

How can harmonization be achieved according to the forms of regionalism?

Entering into specific regional or subregional commitments to common policies,
regulations, standards and/or processes.

According to Nishikimi, how many forces does economic integration constitute  on industrial location?

According to Nishikimi, economic integration constitutes two different forces on industrial ocation: dispersion and agglomeration forces.

What does the term globalization refer to?

Globalization is a process of interaction and integration among the people, companies, and governments of different nations, a process driven by international trade and investment and aided by information technology

Which one of the regional organizations are regarded as the most influential ones?

It can be stated European Union (EU), North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) as the most influential ones

When was the European Union founded and what are its main functions.

The European Union was founded in 1957 and its main functions are Identity,
Cooperation, Development, and Economy.

When was the NATO founded and what is its main function?

North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) was founded in 1947 and its main function is security.

What are regional security organizations?

North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), European Union (EU), Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), African Union (AU), Arab League / League of Arab States (AL), The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are the regional security organizations.

How many members does The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have throughout the world?

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), as a political regional organization, is the second largest inter-governmental organization
after the United Nations with its membership of 57 states that spread over four continents.

What was the major purpose of The Council of Europe in its foundation?

The Council of Europe was founded to defend human rights, parliamentary democracy, and the rule of law, develop continent-wide agreements to standardise the social and legal practices of member countries, and promote awareness of a European identity that is based on shared values and cutting across different cultures

When was North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) founded and what was its major purpose?

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) came into effect in 1994, creating one of the world’s largest free trade zones and laying the foundations for strong economic growth and rising prosperity for the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

What is Arab League?

The Arab League (AL) or League of Arab States (LAS) is, as a regional security organization, an intergovernmental organization and a voluntary and independent association consisted of some African and Middle East countries whose peoples are mainly Arabic speaking.

What were the founder objectives of Arab League?

The founder objectives of the Arab League were to strengthen links
among the AL’s Member States, to coordinate their policies under AL, and to promote the common interests of the member countries

What were the main objectives of the African Union?

The main objectives of the OAU were to rid the continent of the remaining vestiges of “colonization” and “apartheid”, to promote “unity” and “solidarity” among the African States, to coordinate and intensify cooperation for
development, and to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the AU’s Member States, promoting international cooperation within the
framework of the UN.

How many member states does the African Union have?

At the present times, there are 55 Member States in the African Union.