Geopolitics

Geopolitics is the study of the effects of geography (human and physical) on international politics and international relations. It examines how geographical factors such as location, resources, physical terrain, and population distribution influence political power dynamics, state behavior, and global conflicts. Geopolitics also considers the impact of maps, natural barriers, and proximity to other nations on strategic decisions made by countries. The term often involves analyzing the relationships between geography and political actions, including foreign policy, military strategy, and economic relations. It can encompass various scales, from local to global, and is crucial for understanding issues such as territorial disputes, resource allocation, and alliances or conflicts among nations.