foreign policy

American  

[fawr-in pol-uh-see, for-] / ˈfɔr ɪn ˈpɒl ə si, ˈfɒr- /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of foreign policy

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

At the same time, even some of his supporters say his focus on foreign policy, particularly the war with Iran, has drawn attention away from domestic economic concerns that typically dominate midterm campaigns.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Prior to her speech, Takaichi said "Vietnam highlights strategic self-reliance with a positive and active external foreign policy".

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

But as Post pointed out, “negotiating foreign policy is different from negotiating how to buy a skyscraper.”

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

In response, the State Department official wrote: “I confirm that State has no foreign policy concerns with ending these TPS designations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

According to the Domino Theory, which dominated American foreign policy during the Cold War, countries were like dominos standing on end.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin

Related Words

• diplomacy