Pan-Arabism

Definition

Pan-Arabism is an ideology that advocates the political union of Arab nations, aiming to unify all Arabic-speaking countries.

Analogy

Think of Pan-Arabism as a group chat where everyone speaks the same language (Arabic) and shares similar cultural experiences. They want to work together to achieve common goals.

Related terms

Arab League: This is a regional organization in the Arab world, which is composed of 22 members. It's like a club at school where all members share a common interest - in this case, being part of the Arab world.

Nationalism: This refers to an ideology that emphasizes loyalty, devotion or allegiance to a nation or nation-state. It's like being a die-hard fan of your home team and supporting them no matter what.

Middle East North Africa (MENA): This term refers to an extensive region stretching from Morocco to Iran, including all Middle Eastern and Maghreb countries. It's like defining who belongs in your neighborhood based on certain characteristics such as location and culture.