noun
fragile state
A political science term for a country with weak institutions and high risk of instability or conflict.
脆弱国家では、基本的な行政サービスが行き届かないことが多い。
In fragile states, basic public services are often not provided.
国際社会は脆弱国家の安定化に向けて支援を行っている。
The international community is providing support for the stabilization of fragile states.
破綻国家 (failed state) is a more severe condition where the government has completely collapsed, while 脆弱国家 (fragile state) still has a functioning government but is at high risk.
Compound of 脆弱 (ぜいじゃく, fragile) and 国家 (こっか, state). A direct translation of the English political science term 'fragile state'.