geopolitical interventions

• How can superpowers and developed countries assist developing countries?

  By bringing about improvements in living conditions
• What is a potential negative impact of superpowers and developed countries on developing countries?

  They can limit trade and restrict a country's influence
• What is Development Aid typically provided as?

  As a subsidy to support growth and development
• How may LEDCs receive help in their infrastructure?

  Through Development Aid, but local contractors should be used for positive outcomes
• What are Trade Embargos?

  Restrictions on a specific country against the movement of goods or people
• Why might a country face an embargo?

  Due to controversial policies or trading in dangerous goods or weapons
• What is Military Aid usually intended for?

  To support a country in defense rather than to impose conflict
• How has the approach to Military Action changed?

  It has become less common, with more focus on support for infrastructure and training
• What is Disaster Aid?

  The most common form of intervention following natural disasters or climate threats
• Which regions tend to receive the most Disaster Aid?

  Caribbean, Asian, or Oceanic countries
• Who can provide Disaster Aid?

  Governments or NGOs
• What are the different types of aid provided to developing countries?

  • Development Aid: Subsidies for growth
  • Trade Embargos: Restrictions on trade
  • Military Aid: Support for defense
  • Disaster Aid: Assistance after disasters
• What are the implications of using local contractors in infrastructure projects in LEDCs?

  • Positive consequences are enhanced
  • Local economies benefit
  • Skills and employment opportunities increase
• What is encouraged when human rights are violated?

  Interventions
• How can interventions be implemented besides direct force?

  By removing aid that a country relies on
• What happens to aid when corruption is rife in a country?

  It is reduced or removed
• What is the recent trend among the IMF and other world organizations regarding aid?

  Encouragement of 'trade not aid'
• Why is aid not seen to improve infrastructure or quality of life in Africa long-term?

  Because it does not appear to lead to sustainable economic growth
• When are political interventions perceived to occur?

  When it is beneficial to a nation to maintain power or uphold ideology
• Which countries are mentioned in relation to political interventions and ideology?

  Russia
• What is the impact of military action on economic growth in the short term?

  It tends to have negative impacts
• How does military intervention affect foreign investment?

  It may deter or lead to loss of foreign investment
• What may military intervention be necessary for?

  To remove corrupt governments and politicians
• What is a potential outcome of establishing a stable government after military intervention?

  Increased development in the future
• What may not be followed during military actions against war criminals?

  Human rights
• What factors affect the protection of human rights during war?

  Dependence on all parties involved
• What can restriction of necessities during conflict lead to?

  Dire quality of life for those caught in conflict
• What necessities may be restricted during conflicts?

  Water and food
• What can UN peacekeepers help build?

  Infrastructure, schools, hospitals, etc.
• How can political stability after military intervention affect a country?

  It can lead to reconstruction and economic growth.
• What is a potential negative consequence of government reliance on aid?

  Governments may not invest in their own interventions.
• How does conflict impact a country's infrastructure?

  It destroys facilities and infrastructure, increasing debt.
• What can direct military action achieve regarding authoritarian powers?

  It can remove authoritarian powers.
• How does immediate medical support affect fatalities?

  It reduces fatalities and improves wellbeing.
• What role can military presence play in conflicts?

  It can help avoid conflicts and reduce threats.
• What is a limitation of military influence on a population's culture?

  It cannot stop arranged marriages or discrimination.
• What can direct military intervention lead to regarding human rights?

  It can lead to a loss of protection of human rights.
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of aid and intervention?

  Strengths:

  • Some NGOs run self-help schemes.
  • Intervention can improve safety, development, and quality of life.
  • Government intervention is often more effective than NGO charity programs.

  
  

  Weaknesses:

  • Aid is often based on Western localized efforts.
  • There is a lack of attachment to the country in need during decision-making.
  • Those who need aid often do not receive it.
  • Governments may be biased towards ally countries.
  • NGOs may provide insensitive supplies.
• Who determines the UN's aid?

  UN Security Council
• What is a criticism of NGO supplies in disaster relief?

  They may provide insensitive supplies, like breast implants in first aid kits.