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Realpolitik

Definition

Realpolitik refers to politics or diplomacy based primarily on power and practical considerations, rather than ideological or moral ones.

Related terms

Diplomacy: The practice of conducting negotiations between representatives of states. In the context of realpolitik, these negotiations would be driven by pragmatic considerations.

Power Politics: A term that describes a national policy based on the use of military strength as a coercive force. It's often associated with realpolitik due to its focus on power dynamics over moral principles.

Pragmatism: An approach that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application. This is at the heart of realpolitik.

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