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Public Square - Common Ground, Uncommon Debate - Forum » Politics

Aid to Haiti: is it key for countries' prestige in Western Hemisphere?

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  • Started 6 months ago by gmartin

  1. gmartin
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    The recent earthquake that devastated Haiti has led a number of states to send aid, including the US, China, Brazil, France, Germany, Cuba, Venezuela, or Iceland.

    While compassion is undoubtedly the primary reason behind countries sending aid, self interest may also play a certain role. Rivals like the US and Cuba and Venezuela may view sending aid as a way to improve their standing the Western hemisphere.

    Question: Aside from the key humanitarian concerns, are the US, Cuba and Venezuela using aid to Haiti in order to improve their standings in the western hemisphere, and compete for the hearts and minds of the people?

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