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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E

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Economic Sanctions Evasion

Actions by states or entities to bypass or undermine international economic sanctions imposed by other countries or organizations.

Global Affairs

Economic Sanctions Snapback

The automatic reinstatement of previously lifted economic sanctions when a party violates an international agreement. It serves as a mechanism to enforce compliance.

Global Affairs

I

1 term

International Emergency Economic Powers Act

A U.S. law that grants the president authority to regulate international commerce during national emergencies. It has implications for sanctions and trade law.

Law & Rights

M

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Multilateral Sanctions

Economic or political penalties imposed collectively by multiple states or international organizations to influence a target state's behavior.

Global Affairs

S

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Sanctions Committee

A UN Security Council body responsible for overseeing the implementation of sanctions regimes against states or entities.

Law & Rights

Sanctions Regimes

Coordinated measures imposed by states or international organizations to influence behavior of targeted states or entities.

Law & Rights

Smart Sanctions

Targeted economic or political sanctions aimed at specific individuals or entities to minimize harm to the general population.

Global Affairs