foreign policy

[fawr-in pol-uh-see, for-]

noun

1. a policy pursued by a nation in its dealings with other nations, designed to achieve national objectives.

Word History and Origins

Origin of foreign policy¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

The six conservative justices believe in strong presidential power, particularly in the area of foreign policy and national security.

From Los Angeles Times

As he puts it: "Australia has generally had a very pro-Israel foreign policy."

From BBC

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, who is at the gathering, said it was clear "Russia does not want peace" despite diplomatic efforts.

From BBC

Yet, Delhi's foreign policy is at an uneasy crossroads.

From BBC

The EU's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has warned that handing over Ukrainian territory to Russia as part of a peace deal was a "trap".

From BBC

Related Words

• diplomacy