power politics
US /ˈpaʊər pɑːlətɪks/
UK /ˈpaʊər pɑːlətɪks/
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a type of international relations in which countries use their power to achieve their own interests, often without regard for moral or legal considerations
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The Cold War was a period dominated by power politics between two superpowers.
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Some critics argue that international relations are still largely driven by power politics.