World allegiances Flashcards
why was the cold war truly a bi-polar world?
much of the world had split
what method did the USA and USSR use during the cold war to keep control of nations?
Neo-colonisation
What is neo-colonisation?
soft/smart power
idea of persuading countries
What are ways neo-colonisation is done?
TNC’s- provide investment
Media- spread culture
Aid- trust so they more likely to do what you say
SAPS
what is a good example of neo-colonisation?
Indonesia
Why is Indonesia a good example of neo-colonisation?
as US and NATO effectively took over Indonesia’s raw materials and corporations using loans and terms of trade
what sort of resources are Indonesia rich in?
copper
gold
who colonised Indonesia in the 17th century?
The Dutch
what is the trend with wealth in Indonesia?
poor become poorer
rich become richer
How many Indonesians live in extreme poverty?
70 million
what is the minimum wage in Indonesia?
72p per day
Who made the minimum wage so low in Indonesia?
The USA (IMF/WB)
why did the USA reduce the minimum wage in Indonesia?
to maximise profit
How much less is the minimum working wage then the living wage?
just over half
How long can shifts be in some Indonesian factories?
36 hour shifts
Can workers speak-up about long shifts in Indonesia?
They can as factory and company rules allow refusal but it can lead to punishment
what isn’t permitted during shifts at some Indonesian factories?
not allowed to sit for up to 12 hours
What is an example of the the profit gap on products?
3000 shorts at 4p each
shorts then sold for £8
Who rose to power in Indonesia in 1960’s?
General Suharto
Who was responsible for General Suharto’s rise to power?
The USA and UK
What happened to people thought to be communist sympathisers under Suharto?
they were murdered
What was the belief of the leader that preceded Suharto?
Nationalism
What is nationalism?
near communism/ independent
How did the USA and UK benefit for Suharto being in power?
Communism controlled
Took loans for WB and IMF to build country but had to agree to policies (lower minimum wage)
