transnationalism
[/ˌtrænznæʃənəlɪzəm/]
noun
transnacionalismo
1. The condition or fact of being transnational; the movement of people, ideas, goods, or capital across national boundaries, creating networks and identities that transcend nation-states
Transnationalism has reshaped how immigrant communities maintain ties with their countries of origin while building lives abroad.
O transnacionalismo reformulou como comunidades de imigrantes mantêm laços com seus países de origem enquanto constroem vidas no exterior.
2. A social movement or political ideology advocating for the reduction of national borders and the promotion of international cooperation and solidarity
The rise of transnationalism challenges traditional concepts of national sovereignty and citizenship.
O crescimento do transnacionalismo desafia os conceitos tradicionais de soberania nacional e cidadania.
3. In academic contexts, the study of how people and institutions operate across multiple nation-states simultaneously
Transnationalism has become a major focus in sociology and international relations studies.
O transnacionalismo tornou-se um foco importante nos estudos de sociologia e relações internacionais.
In Brazil, transnationalism is particularly relevant given the large diaspora communities, especially in the United States, Japan, and Europe. The concept is frequently discussed in academic circles and policy debates regarding immigrant integration, cultural identity, and economic ties. In the US, transnationalism has become central to understanding immigration patterns and the maintenance of dual identities among immigrant populations.
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