What are the main impediments to regime formation?
Correct answer: C. The anarchy structure of the international system, competition among actors, lack of reciprocity, and focus on relative power
- A. Lack of initiative from states
- B. Slow economic growth
- C. The anarchy structure of the international system, competition among actors, lack of reciprocity, and focus on relative power
- D. a and b
Explanation
Regime formation is hindered by the anarchic international system, competition for advantage, uncertainty about reciprocity, and concern with relative gains rather than mutual gains. These structural and strategic barriers make cooperation difficult even when states could benefit from it.
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