This assignment consists of 4 questions. You should answer all of the questions. Responses should average 2-3 pages in length per question. You should exclusively consult course readings for this assignment and cite in Turabian format.
Questions:
Question 2
The post-WW II era has seen the rise of a number of regional integration projects, such as the European Union, ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), NAFTA, and others. Which systemic theory of international politics best explains these regional integration efforts? Use at least two examples of regional economic integration to support your answer.
Question 3
Are international institutions merely reflective of the international balance of power, or do they independently shape the interactions between states? Explain your answer by using the United Nations as an example.
Question 4
Does the process of globalization promote international conflict or cooperation? Explain your answer using at least two phenomena commonly associated with process of globalization.