militarism- the belief or desire of a government or people that a country should maintain a strong military capability and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote national interests.
alliances- a relationship in which people, groups, or countries agree to work together The oil company and the environmental group formed an unusual alliance
imperialism- a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force
nationalism- identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations. (basically being patriotic for ur own country)