The research question that I have is one that evaluates the economic foreign policy within in Canada. In particular, the question could focus on sub-topics around its operations with international organizations, economic conflicts, or economic sanctions imposed on foreign states. A potential research question could be “Is Canadian foreign policy effective on imposing economic sanctions in conjunction with local laws and rules of international organizations?” The purpose of this research question is to reflect upon how domestic laws intertwine with international laws regarding economic sanctions. These topics are interesting to me as I am interested in studying political science, or another relevant degree. There are also specializations available
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Critics are everywhere as trade agreements and participation is never perfect. An example would be the previously mentioned 1986 sanctions on South Africa where “The policy is under attack even by supporters of sanctions” (Harkness 156). A further policy which was under speculation is North American free trade agreement, which was a controversial topic for many people and scholars alike. Research indicates “In Canada, a decade of heightened competition with the United States is eroding social investment in public spending on education, health care, unemployment compensation, and a wide range of other public services.” (Scott). Further arguments on economic policies, due to speculation, can become a gruesome …show more content…
The 1986 sanctions in South Africa, as previously stated, increased Canadian imports by 64 percent and is a perfect example of how international sanctions can turn beneficial (Harkness 156). In addition, the comparison of between different a country and Canada’s policies is interesting and can show some flaws in both parties. In my opinion, after research, Canada has shown a standard which is higher in comparison to most countries. Canada works in respect with the special economic measures act, which sets standards and measures on an individual
Critics are everywhere as trade agreements and participation is never perfect. An example would be the previously mentioned 1986 sanctions on South Africa where “The policy is under attack even by supporters of sanctions” (Harkness 156). A further policy which was under speculation is North American free trade agreement, which was a controversial topic for many people and scholars alike. Research indicates “In Canada, a decade of heightened competition with the United States is eroding social investment in public spending on education, health care, unemployment compensation, and a wide range of other public services.” (Scott). Further arguments on economic policies, due to speculation, can become a gruesome …show more content…
The 1986 sanctions in South Africa, as previously stated, increased Canadian imports by 64 percent and is a perfect example of how international sanctions can turn beneficial (Harkness 156). In addition, the comparison of between different a country and Canada’s policies is interesting and can show some flaws in both parties. In my opinion, after research, Canada has shown a standard which is higher in comparison to most countries. Canada works in respect with the special economic measures act, which sets standards and measures on an individual