International Relations is  concerned with the study of  the nature, conduct of, and influence upon, relations among individuals or groups operating in particular areas within a framework of the global system, and with the nature of, and the change of factors affecting the interactions among them. International relations may also refer to all forms of interaction between the members of separate societies, whether government-sponsored or not. International relations include the analysis of foreign policies or political processes between nations, but with its interest in all facets of relations between distinct societies. It would  include  as  well  studies  of  international  trade  unions,  the International Red Cross, Tourism, International Trade, Transport, communications and development of international values and ethics.