<![CDATA[Naming is a powerful political instrument in international relations because it shapes identity, legitimacy, sovereignty, and diplomatic recognition. Across global politics, disputes over names are not merely linguistic disagreements. They are fundamental struggles over history, territorial integrity, national identity, and international status. This article examines the relationship between naming, sovereignty, and recognition politics through selected geopolitical case studies. These include the Prespa Agreement between Greece and North Macedonia, the international status of Taiwan under the One China policy, and the contested recognition of Kosovo. Using a qualitative analytical approach grounded in constructivist theory, the study argues that names function as symbols of political authority and collective identity in the international system. The article demonstrates that naming disputes influence diplomatic relations, access to international organizations, treaty negotiations, and global legitimacy. It further reveals that international actors, including states and multilateral organizations, often use naming practices strategically to support geopolitical interests. The study concludes that naming remains an essential dimension of contemporary international relations because it affects both symbolic and material aspects of global politics. Consequently, diplomatic solutions to naming disputes require sensitivity to historical memory, cultural identity, and political sovereignty.]]>
