Editing International Relations (section)

== <span style="color: #FFFFFF;">Applying</span> ==
'''Modeling the 'Prisoner's Dilemma' in IR:'''
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def security_dilemma(state_a_action, state_b_action):
    """
    Shows how rational self-interest leads to a sub-optimal outcome.
    Actions: 'Cooperate' (Disarm) or 'Defect' (Arm)
    """
    if state_a_action == 'Cooperate' and state_b_action == 'Cooperate':
        return "Peace: Both safe, low cost."
    elif state_a_action == 'Defect' and state_b_action == 'Defect':
        return "Arms Race: Both safe(ish), high cost, high tension."
    else:
        winner = "A" if state_a_action == "Defect" else "B"
        return f"Dominance: State {winner} is powerful; the other is vulnerable."

# Two states acting in 'Anarchy'
print(f"Outcome: {security_dilemma('Defect', 'Defect')}")
# This explains why countries spend trillions on nukes even if 
# they never intend to use them.
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; Global Institutions
: '''The United Nations (UN)''' → The primary forum for global diplomacy and conflict resolution.
: '''NATO''' → A military alliance based on the principle of collective defense.
: '''The World Bank / IMF''' → Managing the global financial system and development aid.
: '''The International Criminal Court (ICC)''' → Prosecuting individuals for crimes against humanity.
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