international relations
noun
plural in form but singular in construction
: a branch of political science concerned with relations between nations and primarily with foreign policies
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Lauren Coulman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
While some argue that the deal preserves military interests, critics are concerned about the long-term effects on international relations and the future of Diego Garcia.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Trump has promised to resume his tariff-heavy approach to international relations next month, but Goldfarb said G-III is ready now for any changes that might come.
—Evan Clark, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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Regions Americas Central America & Caribbean
Explore Foreign Affairs’ coverage of the domestic politics and international relations of countries in Central America and the Caribbean.
—Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2024
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“International relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/international%20relations. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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