THE GLOBAL

INTERSTATE SYSTEM
THE CONTEMPORARY WOLRD

Presented By: f i R OU P 3
 CONTENT
E F F E C T S OF G LOBALI Z ATI ON TO
01 GOVERNMENTS

INSTITUTION G O V E R N S INTERNATIONAL
02 RELATIONS

03 INFORMATIONALISM A N D G L O B A L I S M
 GLOBAL INTERSTATE SYSTEM
Global Interstate System is the whole system of human
Interactions. The modern world-system is structured
politically as an interstate system – a system of competing
and allying states. Political Scientists commonly call this the
international system, and it is the main focus of the field of
International Relations. ... All world-systems are composed of
multiple interacting polities.
 EFFECTS OF
GLOBALIZATION TO
GOVERNMENTS
Globalization’s effects on governments
are a complex and multidimensional
topic, with research spanning multiple
disciplines such as political science,
economics, sociology, and international
relations.
ECONOMIC IMPACT

Trade liberalization
Foreign direct investment
(FDI)
Economic Interdependence
TRADE LIBERALIZATION
FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT
(FDI)
ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE
Countries that trade together with each other tend not to
fight each other

T r u e f o r disputes and w a r s
Finding controls f o r other factors
POLITICAL IMPACT
International organizations such as:
The United State organization commonly referred to as
U.N was an international nonprofit organization in 1945
to increase political and economic cooperation among
its members countries.
NATO or The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was
created in 1949 by the United States, Canada, and
several Western European nations to provide collective
security against the Soviet Union.
The World Trade Organization — the WTO — is the
international organization whose primary purpose is to
open trade for the benefit of all.
 SOCIAL IMPACT

The social dimension of globalization refers to the impact of

globalization on the life and work of people, on their families, and
their societies.
Tobacco Industry and Tobacco Control
Policies
Social Impact on Governments:

Healthcare Costs
Public Health Policies
Trade Agreements
Revenue Generation
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
 SECURITY AND
GEOPOLITICAL IMPACT
Religions Impact
INSTITUTION GOVERNS
INTERNATIONAL
RELATIONS
 The study and practice of international relations in
today’s world is valuable for many reasons:

International relations promotes successful trade policies between

nations.
International relations encourages travel related to business, tourism,
and immigration, providing people with opportunities to enhance their
lives.
International relations allows nations to cooperate with one another,
pool resources, and share information as a way to face global issues
that go beyond any particular country or region. Contemporary global
issues includepandemics, terrorism, and the environment.
International relations advances human culture through cultural
exchanges,diplomacy and policy development.
1.WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO)
WTO was formed in 1995 to replace the General
Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), which
was started in 1948. GATT was replaced by
WTO because GATT was biased in favor of
developed countries. WTO was formed as a
global internaonal organizaon dealing with the
rules of internaonal trade among countries.
 THE MAIN OBJECTIVES OF WTO ARE:
Raising the standard of living of people, promong full employment,
expanding production and trade, and utilizing the world’s
resources optimally.
Ensuring that developing and less developed countries have
better share of growth in the world trade.

Introducing sustainable development in which balanced growth

of trade and environment goes together.

Cooperating with the international institutions, such as IMF and

World Bank for making global economic policies.
2. INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND
(IMF)
IMF, established in 1945, consists of 187
member countries. It works to secure financial
stability, develop global monetary cooperation,
facilitate international trade, and reduce
poverty and maintain sustainable economic
growth around the world. Its headquarters are
in Washington, D.C., United States.
 THE OBJECTIVES OF IMF ARE:

Helping in increasing employment and real income of people.

Maintaining stability in the international exchange rates.
Strengthening the economic integrity of the nations.
Providing funds to the member nations as and when required.
3. UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE ON
TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT (UNCTAD)
UNCTAD, established in 1964, is the
principal organ of United Nations
General Assembly. It provides a forum
where the developing countries can
discuss the problems related to
economic development. UNCTAD is
headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland
and has 193 member countries.
UNCTAD's WAS CREATED UNCTAD's MAIN
DUE TO THE EXISTING OBJECTIVES ARE:
INSTITUTIONS:

GATT TRADE
IMF FINANCE
WORLD BANK TRANSPORT
TECHNOLOGY
INFORMATIONALISM
AND GLOBALISM
INFORMATIONALISM
 Informationalism
Informationalism, also known as the information age or the
information society, refers to a societal and economic
paradigm characterised by the widespread production,
distribution, and utilisation of information and
communication technologies. This concept has been
influential in understanding and shaping the contemporary
world, and it continues to be significant to this present day.
THE ADVANTAGES AND
DISADVANTAGES OF
INFORMATIONALISM
 The advantages of informationalism
Communication and Connectivity: Informationalism has
revolutionised communication and connectivity. The
internet, smartphones, and social media platforms have
made it possible for people to connect across borders,
share information instantaneously, and participate in
online communities.
 The advantages of informationalism
Knowledge and Education: Access to information has
become easier than ever, which has transformed the way
people acquire knowledge and learn. Online education,
open-access resources, and massive open online courses
(MOOCs) have democratised education to some extent.
Social and Cultural Changes: Informationalism has had
profound social and cultural impacts. It has influenced
how people form and express their identities, how they
consume media, and how they engage in political and
social activism.
 The advantages of informationalism
Data and Analytics: The proliferation of data has led to the
rise of data analytics and big data. This has implications
for various fields, including healthcare (precision
medicine), finance (algorithmic trading), and marketing
(targeted advertising), among others.
The disadvantages of informationalism
Privacy and Security Concerns: The collection and analysis
of vast amounts of personal data have raised significant
concerns about privacy and data security. Issues such as
data breaches, surveillance, and the ethical use of data
have become central in contemporary discourse.
Environmental Impacts: The production and disposal of
electronic devices and data centres have significant
environmental implications, contributing to electronic waste
and energy consumption. This highlights the need for
sustainable practices in the information age.
The disadvantages of informationalism
Health Concerns: Excessive screen time and digital device
usage can have adverse effects on physical and mental
health, including eye strain, sleep disturbances, and
addiction to technology.
Dependency on Infrastructure: Society's increasing
reliance on digital infrastructure makes it vulnerable to
disruptions caused by cyberattacks, natural disasters, or
infrastructure failures.
The disadvantages of informationalism
Loss of Traditional Skills: As society becomes increasingly
reliant on digital tools and automation, there is a risk of
losing traditional skills and craftsmanship, which can have
cultural and economic consequences.
GLOBALISM
 Social Globalism

- Social globalism advocates for global cooperation to

address social issues such as poverty, healthcare, education,
and human rights. Organisations like the United Nations play
a significant role in this aspect of globalism.
 What is the UN?

The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organisation

whose stated purposes are to maintain international peace and
security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve
international cooperation, and serve as a centre for harmonising
the actions of nations.
One example of what the UN’s project contributed to social globalism

Sustainable Development Goal 1

— Sustainable Development Goal 1 (SDG 1 or Global Goal 1), one of
the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established by the United
Nations in 2015, calls for the end of poverty in all forms. The
official wording is: "No Poverty". Member countries have pledged
to "Leave No One Behind": underlying the goal is a "powerful
commitment to leave no one behind and to reach those furthest
behind first". SDG 1 aims to eradicate every form of extreme
poverty including the lack of food, clean drinking water, and
sanitation.
 Political Globalism
NATO, which stands for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization,
is a political and military alliance of 30 member countries from
North America and Europe. It was established on April 4, 1949,
with the signing of the North Atlantic Treaty in Washington,
D.C. NATO's primary purpose is to ensure the collective
defence and security of its member states against common
threats, particularly the threat of aggression from external
sources.
 Environmental Globalism
The "TeamTrees" campaign was a global environmental
initiative launched in 2019 with the goal of planting 20 million
trees around the world. The campaign was initiated by
YouTuber and philanthropist Jimmy Donaldson, known online
as "MrBeast," along with the Arbor Day Foundation, a non-
profit organisation focused on tree planting and conservation.
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