What role does China aim for in the new multipolar world?

It supports multipolarity, presenting itself as the Global South's defender

What shift in U.S. foreign policy came with Donald Trump's administration?

Becoming more selective and acting alone in global affairs

What strategy does India use to navigate its position in global affairs?

Balancing relations with major powers like the U.S., China, and Russia

What is a key characteristic of a multipolar world?

Competition among multiple influential states

The problem of the “global leadership deficit” in a multipolar world?

Many countries can block decisions but lack positive solutions

What is a key reason for Russia’s ability to disrupt the international order despite its economic struggles?

Its military capabilities and nuclear arsenal

Which challenge is highlighted regarding peacekeeping efforts in a multipolar world?

The rise of competing crisis mediators with conflicting interests

What is one of the main reasons for South Africa’s declining international influence?

Anti-Western sentiment outweighs commitment to international law.

How might a second Trump presidency impact U.S. foreign policy and global security?

Cut U.S. support for NATO and Ukraine, risking Western security.

What is the main meaning of the term "multipolarization"?

It refers to the growing number of influential global players

What is one of the key challenges limiting India’s global ambitions?

Domestic economic constraints and regional security concerns

What is the main challenge for the European Union?

The rise of populism and internal polarization

What is crucial for South Africa to ensure long-term stability and prosperity?

Strengthening democratic institutions and reducing corruption

What consequences could Donald Trump’s potential victory in the 2024 election have for Europe?

Increased pressure on European countries to raise their defense spending

What is Japan’s primary concern regarding the shift toward a multipolar world?

The decline of U.S. global influence

What unexpected role might small states play in the new system of international relations?

They will act as “translators” between major powers, easing conflicts

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What role does China aim for in the new multipolar world?
China supports a unipolar world led by the United States
China embraces the European liberal order and joins Western institutions
It supports multipolarity, presenting itself as the Global South's defender
China seeks to ensure security in Asia but not lead globally
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What shift in U.S. foreign policy came with Donald Trump's administration?
Becoming more selective and acting alone in global affairs
Ending military interventions abroad and cutting the defense budget
Building a global alliance against China and Russia to restore US hegemony
Boosting liberal international order and increasing organization funding
3
What strategy does India use to navigate its position in global affairs?
Aligning exclusively with the United States
Balancing relations with major powers like the U.S., China, and Russia
Prioritizing only regional partnerships in South Asia
Completely distancing itself from China and Russia
4
What is a key characteristic of a multipolar world?
Strong adherence to international treaties
Unilateral dominance of a single superpower
A significant decrease in global military spending
Competition among multiple influential states
5
Who is seeking a more independent role in global politics due to nationalist populism and security threats?
Brazil
Europe union
Japan
India
6
The problem of the “global leadership deficit” in a multipolar world?
The emergence of new centers of power strengthens international law
Global security is now increasingly ensured through bilateral agreements
Many countries can block decisions but lack positive solutions
The increase in global actors makes decision-making more effective
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What is a key reason for Russia’s ability to disrupt the international order despite its economic struggles?
Its dominance in global trade agreements
Its strong alliances with Western democracies
Its technological leadership in artificial intelligence
Its military capabilities and nuclear arsenal
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Which challenge is highlighted regarding peacekeeping efforts in a multipolar world?
The rise of competing crisis mediators with conflicting interests
The declining financial contributions from major powers
The lack of trained personnel for international missions
The increasing number of vetoes in the UN Security Council
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What is one of the main reasons for South Africa’s declining international influence?
Lack of natural resources for economic growth
Anti-Western sentiment outweighs commitment to international law.
Strong dependence on Western trade and investment
Overwhelming military spending draining the economy
10
How might a second Trump presidency impact U.S. foreign policy and global security?
Improve relations with China and Russia, reducing global tensions
Cut U.S. support for NATO and Ukraine, risking Western security.
Boost U.S. alliances with more military commitments in Europe and Asia
Keep the power balance by strengthening alliances
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What is the main meaning of the term "multipolarization"?
It refers to the growing number of influential global players
It is a new US strategy for maintaining global leadership
It is the process of strengthening a single world order based on rules
It describes the rise of multiple influential global players at once
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Which country is seen as the leading supporter of a multipolar world and a leader of the Global South?
Brazil
Russia
United States
China
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What is one of the key challenges limiting India’s global ambitions?
Overreliance on the United States for security
Lack of diplomatic engagements with major global powers
Absence of alliances with the Global South
Domestic economic constraints and regional security concerns
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What is the main challenge for the European Union?
The rise of populism and internal polarization
NATO expansion and its security implications
China's growing influence on the global stage
Economic dependence on the Middle East
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What is crucial for South Africa to ensure long-term stability and prosperity?
Strengthening democratic institutions and reducing corruption
Isolating itself from global trade to protect local industries
Focusing solely on natural resource extraction for economic development
Focusing only on economic growth without addressing social issues
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What consequences could Donald Trump’s potential victory in the 2024 election have for Europe?
Recognition of the EU as an equal global partner to the U.S
Increased support for Ukraine and stronger transatlantic ties
Complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Europe and the dissolution of NATO
Increased pressure on European countries to raise their defense spending
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What is Japan’s primary concern regarding the shift toward a multipolar world?
The decline of U.S. global influence
The expansion of BRICS countries
The global energy crisis
The rise of military alliances in Europe
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What concept does Russia promote as the foundation of its vision for a multipolar world order?
Free trade zones
Economic liberalism
Civilizational states
Military alliances
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What is major challenge to global security?
Space militarization
Cyber threats
Climate change
Economic instability
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What unexpected role might small states play in the new system of international relations?
They plan to create a new currency tied to friendship ratings
They will become global capitals of space tourism
They will act as “translators” between major powers, easing conflicts
They will introduce diplomatic battles in the style of rap duels

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