Countries around the world rely on foreign policy to help in their interactions with one another. Foreign policy addresses large issues such as trade, economics, conflict, and alliances (among other things). Sometimes foreign policy issues are specific to two countries. Other times, they have a broader, international impact. Sometimes they solve large international crises, such as wars or natural disaster. Other times, they offer ways to solidify a historically friendly relationship.
In the United States, the Department of State oversees the nation’s foreign
