Balance of Power

Definition

Balance of Power is a concept in international relations that suggests national security is enhanced when military capability is distributed so that no one state is strong enough to dominate all others.

Related terms

Diplomacy: The practice of conducting negotiations between representatives of states or groups, it plays a significant role in maintaining balance of power.

Alliances: Agreements between nations to support each other against enemies, often used as a strategy to maintain balance of power.

Cold War: A period marked by tension and competition without actual warfare, often seen as an example of balance of power (between USA and USSR).