fragile state
A political science term for a country with weak institutions and high risk of instability or conflict.
In fragile states, basic public services are often not provided.
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'.