Diplomacy & Politics Glossary
Every term you need — from Model UN procedure to international law, economics, and political theory. Clear definitions, real examples, and cross-linked concepts.
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6 termsExecutive Agreement
An international agreement made by the executive branch without requiring legislative approval. It allows the executive to manage foreign relations efficiently within certain limits.
Executive Budget Proposal
The annual budget plan submitted by the executive branch outlining government spending priorities and revenue estimates.
Executive Clemency
The power of the executive to grant pardons or reduce sentences for individuals convicted of crimes.
Executive Order
A directive issued by the executive branch that manages operations of the government and has the force of law without needing legislative approval.
Executive Privilege
The right claimed by executive branch officials to withhold information from the legislature or judiciary to preserve confidential communications or national security.
Executive Privilege Doctrine
A principle allowing the executive branch to withhold certain communications from other branches to protect confidentiality and national interest.
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4 termsPlural Executive
An executive branch structure where multiple officials are independently elected rather than a single chief executive.
Pocket Veto
An indirect veto by the executive, occurring when a bill is not signed within the time allowed and the legislature is not in session.
Presidential System
A form of government where the executive branch is separate from the legislature, and the president is both head of state and government.
Presidential Veto
The power of the president to reject a bill passed by the legislature, preventing it from becoming law unless overridden.
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2 termsSemi-Presidential System
A government system where executive power is divided between a directly elected president and a prime minister accountable to the legislature.
Shadow Cabinet
A group of opposition party members who scrutinize and offer alternative policies to the government ministers.