Foreign Relations

Sorry I've been gone. But I'm back.

Today we discuss relations with several key members of current events. In order, these will be:

China

Russia

The Middle East

Mexico and Central and South America

Africa

Let's begin.

China


As the most rapidly growing economy and a direct opponent to American political and economic philosophy, it is likely that a war between China and the US may occur. The factors involved in this are how long the US plans to rely on China as a trading partner and source of cheap labor. While I am not a proponent of anti-globalization, I do agree that mega-corporations take advantage of China and other East Asian countries as a source of inexpensive labor. While not necessarily "criminal," it is something that should be made part of a collection of laws that I am calling "The Business Moral Code." The point of this would be to force businesses to comply with things that should just be common sense; for another example besides cheap labor, food companies regularly produce meat that is only marginally above edible. I think this should be a crime.

China is important for other reasons as well. As a major importer of oil, it regularly helps fund the Middle East. Requirements for China to begin going green could stop this cash flow, and, through this, terrorism, which is funded mostly by wealthy Middle Eastern oil barons.

However, I also believe pressure should be put on China to become a more democratic nation. I believe many of these problems could be solved if the People's Republic actually becomes a republic.


Russia

Many people seem to ignore Russia these days. Former superpower it may be, it still has an impressive armed and political force. The thousands of almost unguarded nuclear weapons also pose a threat to international security.

The tension between the US and Russia will continue to exist until political relations are strengthened.
Furthermore, if China or Russia declare war on the US, the other is likely to follow suit. Therefore, strengthening political ties could prevent a Third World War.

However, most important are the nukes. A terrorist or terrorist organization in the hands of a nuclear weapon will have no qualms about using it on a city. While President Obama has met with the Russian administration and succeeded in an agreement to significantly decrease the number of nuclear weapons, they should be made rid of entirely or put under international control by, per se, the UN.

Similar to China, political alliance with America may help increase democracy and economic growth in Russia. Therefore, there could be benefits for both sides.

The Middle East

A war stricken dessert rich in resources and corruption aptly describes the Middle East. Centuries of culture have bred proud zealots of religion. All based on a sludgy black liquid.

Countries of interest: Iran, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

Iran is a difficult issue. While many say that war should be declared on this nation, I say not until we can obtain a significant coalition of forces for an assault. Until then, politicians must prevent the use of an nuclear weapon on Israel. However, I do think that it may be inevitable that an assault on Iran will occur. The question is: do we have the money or the resources to attack? Certainly not now.

Israel must continue to be an ally of the United States under the protection of the United States. If the alliance disappears, Israel will be completely annihilated by the combined forces of Iran, the Palestinians, and Hezbolah. However, I must note that my views do come from mostly being a Jew. While I do not think that Israel is dealing with the situation correctly, I do think that US alliance is the only thing stopping Iran from launching its nuclear weapons.

Saudi Arabia and the other oil countries are major blocks in environmental reform, along with the companies that drill there. Furthermore, it is a well known fact that Saudi Arabians fund terrorist organizations. Stopping the use of oil will eliminate these organizations life blood.

Mexico and Central and South America

Mexico: let's help them get their economy running. We can stop illegal immigration by making life in Mexico better for those living there.

Cuba: If we can let China get away with being communist, we can let them get away with it too.

All of South America: Stop drug trafficking. Maybe it's impossible, but the starting point is to let everyone there earn a better life.

Africa

The birthplace of mankind is now one of the worst places to be. Poverty stricken corrupt countries are the norm. With genocide and civil war everywhere, is it possible to save Africa? I think that increased power to the UN could help save our heritage and the majestic splendor that is Africa.

Key issues to deal with: Genocide in Darfur, Sudan; Civil War in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Child Soldiers and Workers; Poverty.

Let's get Africa on track.


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Another Important Thing

Heard about it. Found it. Haven't used it yet, but we'll see.

http://wikileaks.org/

What I Hate Particularly About the US Governement

Yeah, by this time I've gone over governmental reform three times. However, none of the other issues can be solved without fixing the problems with our government. To help explain when I'll finally support Mr. Obama, Mark Fiore, political cartoonist.



Added to that growth comment, they also need to grow brains.

All that I completely support. No more lobbying unless the public has as much power as industry. Democrats: step up to the plate to defend your ideas. Republicans: stop being idiots and do your research. I too believe it's not the time for health care reform.

We have environmental issues that are much more pressing! If we don't stop polluting we're all doomed!