The Global Defense Initiave began as a secret alliance of first world countries under the UN umbrella. GDI's mission: To contain Tiberium, reverse its spread and fight the sinister Brotherhood of Nod.
Over time, power and sovereignty have been gradually seceded to GDI and the identities of the member nations have faded. In 2046 process has reached its final stages: while their are still technically individual member nations, the reality is that GDI has become a unified political and military super state.
Pentex will be the driving and controlling force of change. Once the new world is established, Pentex will be its master. This New World Order will call for an end to countries, governments and even families. The flag of Pentex will be flown over the entire planet.
— Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Book Of The Weaver
"You wear a flag on your chest and think you fight a battle of nations! I have seen the future, Captain! There are no flags!"
— Red Skull, Captain America: The First Avenger
"This world will become one. I have found the way. Race, tribal affiliations, national borders... even our faces will be irrelevant. The world that the Boss envisioned will finally become a reality, and it will make mankind whole again."
—Major Zero, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
