Geopolitics

Why it matters

• It explains the strategic importance of maritime routes and land corridors in shaping global trade and security alliances.
• It provides a framework for understanding how states project power and influence beyond their borders to secure national interests.
• It highlights the role of resource scarcity and energy security in driving diplomatic engagements and regional conflicts.
• It helps analyze the shifting balance of power in international systems as states react to their physical environment and proximity to rivals.

How it is asked

Candidates should focus on the intersection of physical geography and international relations, specifically how terrain and location dictate strategic autonomy, maritime security, and the formation of regional blocs in current global affairs.