Traditional state actors refer to sovereign states that have established governments with defined territories recognized by international law. These actors typically engage in diplomacy, warfare, and other forms of interaction on behalf of their nations' interests.
Related terms
Nation-State: A nation-state is a term used to describe a sovereign state whose citizens share common language, culture, history, or ethnicity.
Diplomacy: Diplomacy involves negotiations and discussions between representatives from different countries aimed at resolving conflicts peacefully and advancing mutual interests.
National Security: National security encompasses policies and actions taken by governments to protect their country's sovereignty from external threats such as terrorism or military aggression.