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Besides wasting oxygen, what effect do sanctions and condemnations towards "unruly" nations actually have?
vertices said:They did however work in South Africa - they were a contributing factor to the ending of Apartheid.
Abstract
This paper considers the economic sanctions that were applied in the mid-1980s to
pressure the South African government to end apartheid. It asks what role those sanctions
played in the eventual demise of the apartheid regime and concludes that the role was
probably very small. An alternative explanation for the regime change is offered: the
communist bloc combined to bring about the change. If one is to argue for the efficacy of
sanctions, two key obstacles are their limited economic impact and the substantial lag
between the imposition of sanctions and the political change. Since sanctions preceded
the change of government, it is impossible to rule them out as a determinant. However,
their principal effect was probably psychological. The implication is that the South
African case should not serve as the lone major instance of effective sanctions.
vertices said:When they're imposed against a brutal regime, they actually empower the regime whilst making its citizens suffer
Sanctions and condemnation are diplomatic tools used by countries or organizations to enforce penalties or restrictions on another country or entity that is deemed to be violating international laws or human rights. Sanctions can include trade embargoes, financial restrictions, travel bans, or other measures aimed at pressuring the target to change its behavior. Condemnation is a public expression of disapproval or criticism.
Sanctions and condemnation are used as a way to address and deter undesirable actions or behaviors by a country or entity. They are often used as a peaceful alternative to military force and can be effective in promoting change by putting pressure on the target to comply with international standards and norms.
Sanctions and condemnation work by imposing penalties or restrictions on the target country or entity. These penalties can range from economic sanctions, such as trade embargoes, to political sanctions, such as diplomatic isolation. Condemnation works by publicly denouncing the actions of the target and highlighting the consequences of their behavior.
The potential consequences of sanctions and condemnation can vary depending on the severity and scope of the measures taken. In some cases, sanctions can lead to economic hardships and affect the daily lives of citizens in the target country. Condemnation can also damage the reputation and standing of the target country on the international stage, making it harder for them to establish relationships and conduct business with other nations.
Sanctions and condemnation can be effective in achieving their intended goals, but their success depends on various factors such as the level of international support, the severity of the measures, and the willingness of the target to comply. In some cases, sanctions and condemnation have led to changes in behavior and policies, but in others, they have had little to no impact. It is important to carefully consider the potential consequences and effectiveness of these measures before implementing them.