status quo /ˌsteɪtəs ˈkwəʊ $ ˌsteɪtəs ˈkwoʊ, ˌstæ-/ BrE AmE noun
[ Date: 1800-1900 ; Language: Latin ; Origin: 'state in which' ]
the status quo the state of a situation as it is
maintain/preserve/defend the status quo (=not make any changes)
Will the West use its influence to maintain the status quo and not disrupt the flow of oil?