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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Over the past several years, few topics in international relations have gotten more attention than a possible Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
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Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 22 Sep. 2025
The former Erika Frantzve earned her undergraduate degree in political science and international relations at Arizona State University, according to the bio page on her website.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Slantchev has taught courses in international relations, national security and game theory for the past 23 years.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
Erika Kirk holds degrees in political science and international relations from Arizona State University.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2025
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Philip H. Gordon, Foreign Affairs, 22 Sep. 2025
The former Erika Frantzve earned her undergraduate degree in political science and international relations at Arizona State University, according to the bio page on her website.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Slantchev has taught courses in international relations, national security and game theory for the past 23 years.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Sep. 2025
Erika Kirk holds degrees in political science and international relations from Arizona State University.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 18 Sep. 2025
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“International relations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/international%20relations. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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