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.