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Provides a basic understanding of structures of authority and power; economics and political systems; role and limits of international organizations in development; current concepts of development and the political process; state collapse; and the origins of conflicts. Focus is on developing countries. Compares regional political trends and forces in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the former Soviet bloc that affect health of populations and development of health services. It is an introduction for Public Health students to International Political Science. Stress aspects of political science which have the greatest impact on development and health of populations, particularly in developing countries.