liberal internationalism

Liberal internationalism is a foreign policy approach that advocates for cooperation and diplomacy between nations to address global issues and promote peace and prosperity. It emphasizes the importance of international organizations, such as the United Nations, and the use of multilateral agreements and alliances to address common challenges. Historically, liberal internationalism has played a significant role in shaping the post-World War II order, with the establishment of institutions like the United Nations, the International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank. It has also been influential in promoting free trade and economic interdependence among nations. Liberal internationalism has been associated with leaders such as Woodrow Wilson, who championed the League of Nations, and Franklin D. Roosevelt, who played a key role in the creation of the United Nations. In more recent times, liberal internationalism has been a guiding principle for many Western democracies in their foreign policy approach, although it has faced criticism and challenges in the face of rising nationalism and isolationist tendencies in some countries.