A black and white political cartoon depicts a large 'Strong State' man shaking hands with a 'Multinational Corporation' man, as money falls. A 'Weak State' man and an 'NGO' girl with a 'Justice' sign look on, with factories in the background.

Create a political cartoon that represents the nature of the international system and the dynamics between economic and political power in a globalized world. In the foreground, depict a rich and powerful state, symbolized by a large man in a business suit labeled “Strong State.” He is shaking hands with a representative of a Multinational Corporation (MNC) who is throwing money toward the Strong State. This exchange symbolizes mutual benefit, corruption, or economic dependence between political and corporate power. Next to them, illustrate a “Weak State” — smaller and visibly struggling. Within it, show tired, underpaid workers in tattered clothing, labeled “Workers,” laboring in a factory or agricultural field. Each worker holds a small amount of money, with a thought bubble or visual cue showing that they are working to feed their families, yet appear overworked, mistreated, and exhausted. This symbolizes economic exploitation and inequality within the international system. In the background, include an International Governmental Organization (IGO) character standing between the actors, holding a sign that reads “Fair Trade Agreement” or “Global Cooperation.” The IGO should appear concerned and attempting to mediate between the conflicting interests, representing the struggle to promote fairness and global governance in an anarchic system. Nearby, depict an Nongovernmental Organization (NGO) volunteer providing food or aid to the workers’ families. The NGO holds a protest See more