The Diplomatic Axis

Nationalist

Globalist

The Diplomatic Axis measures attitudes toward foreign policy, international cooperation, and national sovereignty. This spectrum ranges from nationalist views prioritizing national interests and independence to globalist perspectives emphasizing international collaboration and institutions.

Key Components of the Diplomatic Axis

Understanding the fundamental elements that define diplomatic perspectives

National Sovereignty vs. International Cooperation

Perspectives on balancing national autonomy with global collaboration.

Nationalist view: Prioritizes the nation's right to independent decision-making without external interference.
Globalist view: Believes international cooperation and institutions are necessary to address shared global challenges.

Immigration Policy

Views on the movement of people across borders.

Nationalist view: Favors stricter controls on immigration to protect national identity, security, and resources.
Globalist view: Supports more open immigration policies, emphasizing humanitarian concerns and potential economic benefits.

Trade Policy

Attitudes toward international trade agreements and protectionism.

Nationalist view: May favor protectionist measures (tariffs, subsidies) to shield domestic industries and workers.
Globalist view: Promotes free trade agreements to foster economic efficiency and international relationships.

Foreign Intervention

Stance on intervening in the affairs of other nations.

Nationalist view: Generally opposes foreign interventions unless direct national interests are at stake.
Globalist view: May support international interventions for humanitarian reasons or to uphold international law/norms.

Positions Along the Diplomatic Spectrum

The range of diplomatic perspectives from nationalist to globalist

Strongly Nationalist (-80 to -100)

Emphasis on isolationism, strict border control, protectionism, skepticism of all international bodies.

Nationalist (-40 to -79)

Prioritizes national interests, favors controlled immigration, selective international engagement.

Center-Nationalist (-10 to -39)

Values national identity but open to some international cooperation on specific issues.

Balanced (-9 to +9)

Seeks a balance between national interests and international cooperation, pragmatic approach.

Center-Globalist (+10 to +39)

Supports international cooperation but cautious about ceding too much sovereignty.

Globalist (+40 to +79)

Favors strong international institutions, open borders, free trade, multilateralism.

Strongly Globalist (+80 to +100)

Advocates for world government or significant transfer of power to global institutions, cosmopolitan identity.

Further Learning

Resources to deepen your understanding of diplomatic perspectives

Consider exploring works on international relations theory (realism, liberalism, constructivism), foreign policy analysis, and globalization debates.