Explain the achievements of the non-aligned movement since its formation.
Answer:
- Provided a forum where member countries could speak with one voice.
- Has encouraged member countries to articulate their national interest to those of super power.
- Enables member countries to exert their voting power/influence in world affairs.
- Hastened the attainment of independence to those countries who were still under colonial rule.
- Has promoted peace/security by encouraging member countries to observe neutrality in superpower conflicts.
- Has played a key role in disarmament by condemning the arm race.
- Has promoted the creation of a new international economic order by encouraging members countries to trade with any of the super powers/block/seek financial assistance from both super powers.
- Has given funds to the needy countries through a fund created to address demanding circumstances.