Post-cold war
Definition
The post-cold war era refers to the period following the end of the Cold War in 1991 when tensions between the Soviet Union and Western powers eased. It marked a shift in global dynamics with new challenges and opportunities emerging.
Related terms
Globalization: Globalization is the process of increased interconnectedness and integration among people, economies, cultures, and nations worldwide.
Unipolar world: Refers to a distribution of power where one country (or group) has predominant influence over global affairs after the collapse of another dominant power.
New World Order: A term used during the post-Cold War era to describe the geopolitical changes and power dynamics that emerged after the fall of the Soviet Union.
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Subjects (2)
AP Human Geography
AP US History
Practice Questions (1)
If China had chosen to align with Western nations instead of forming a strategic partnership with Russia post-cold war, what could've been one likely outcome?
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