Landlocked Countries And Societies Flashcards
1
Q
What do landlocked countries have in common?
A
- Of lowest 15 ranked countries by HDI, 8 have no coast
- Landlocked nations in Africa 40% lower GDP than coastal neighbours
2
Q
Why do landlocked countries have these issues?
A
- Limited trade due to lack of ports
- Historic benefits of flow of migrants, culture and technology for coastal nations
- Modern globalised world, trade agreements more important than access to oceans e.g. Switzerland
3
Q
What rights do landlocked countries have to the freedom of the seas?
A
- None
- Provided by transit state
