Change of Names in International Relations: From Appreciation and Self-Protection to Cold War Politics

THISDAYLIVE | 30-08-2026 03:18am |

This article examines the significance of names in international relations, arguing that names serve as potent tools for defining and asserting sovereignty. It discusses how countries, monuments, and other entities have been renamed for various reasons, including geographical, political, and cultural factors. The author notes that official state titles can grant legal status and legitimacy to new governments at the United Nations. The piece highlights how names carry values and history, connecting people to their culture and global image.

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