I believe you are asking what type of government system consists of power divided between the central government and the regional governmnents. in that case, the system of governmet is known as Federalism
This would be known as the Proclamation of Neutrality. France declared war on Britain during what was known as the French Revolution. The French called for American support, but Washington refused. This would be reflected in Washington's Farewell Address when he called for the avoidance of foreign intervention from the United States.
