neudruje

Neudruje is a term used in sociopolitical and linguistic analysis to describe the absence or failure of entities to form coalitions, alliances, or coordinated groups. The word is derived from Slavic roots, with a verb meaning to unite and the prefix ne- indicating negation, conveying a state of non-coalescence in a given arena.

In political science, neudruje characterizes situations where rival actors avoid formal coordination, leading to fragmentation of governance or repeated policy drift. It can apply to party systems, regional alliances, or international coalitions where no durable majority or cooperation emerges, despite converging interests. In organizational studies and economics, the concept describes markets, sectors, or networks in which firms, NGOs, or other actors fail to band together to set standards, advocate common interests, or coordinate actions, resulting in competition rather than collaboration.

Usage and interpretation of the term are descriptive rather than normative. Neudruje is used to analyze causes of non-coalescence, such as strategic choices by actors, institutional barriers, or cultural norms that discourage joint action. It can be contrasted with processes of integration, coalition-building, or network formation to highlight differing trajectories of collective action.

Variants and usage notes: the term may appear in different grammatical forms depending on language and scholarly tradition, with related forms referring to the state of non-union or the act of not uniting.

See also: coalition theory, fragmentation, coordination, social network analysis.