在国际范围内

Using this phrase is like putting a frame around your sentence. You usually start with 在 (at/in). Then you add 国际范围 (international scope). You finish the frame with 内 (inside/within). You can place this whole block at the start of a sentence. Or, you can put it right after the subject. It acts like an adverbial phrase. It tells your listener the scale of what you are discussing.

You will hear this a lot in news reports. It is perfect for business meetings when discussing expansion. Use it when talking about environmental issues like climate change. It is great for discussing viral trends that everyone is following. If you are talking about a movie that is a hit everywhere, use this. It adds a touch of authority to your speech. It makes you sound well-informed and globally minded.

Do not use this for small, personal matters. Saying 'I am looking for my keys on an international scale' is a bit much. Unless you lost them while traveling through five countries! Avoid it in very casual, slang-heavy conversations with close friends. It can sound a bit too 'news anchor' for a casual dinner. If you are just talking about two specific countries, use 两国之间 instead. This phrase implies many nations, not just a pair.

China has changed a lot in the last few decades. It went from being very focused on internal affairs to being a global leader. Because of this, phrases like 在国际范围内 became very popular. It reflects how people in China now see themselves as part of the global community. It shows a modern, outward-looking perspective. It is a staple in modern Chinese media and academic writing.

You might also hear 在全球范围内. This means 'on a global scale.' It is almost identical in meaning. Another one is 在世界范围内, which means 'within the world scope.' All three are interchangeable in most situations. 国际 focuses more on the interaction between nations. 全球 and 世界 feel a bit more geographical. Pick the one that feels most natural to you in the moment!