International Relations

International Relations (IR) is the field of study that examines the interactions, relationships, and dynamics between sovereign states, as well as the roles of international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and other actors in the global arena. It encompasses a variety of topics, including diplomacy, conflict resolution, international security, trade, human rights, and global governance. IR seeks to understand how countries communicate and negotiate with each other, the factors influencing foreign policy decisions, and the impact of these interactions on global peace and cooperation. The discipline draws on theories from political science, economics, history, and other fields to analyze the complexities of global issues and the behavior of state and non-state actors.