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Question (a) To what extent is ideology a cause for conflict amongst countries? [12]
Deterrence
Singapore's deterrence policy is based on being prepared for any form of threats while developing diplomatic relationships with as many countries as possible. Deterrence refers to the measures to prevent and protect a country from various threats such as other countries and terrorists. Deterrence is necessary to protect a country and to give people a sense of security.
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(a) To what extent is ideology a cause for conflict amongst countries? [12] (a)To what extent is having a strong military a means of deterring foreign aggression? [12]
Leads to an integrated response to any threats which is more effective than a singular response by individual ministries.
Ensures that Singapore has good defence ties with other countries which would ensure that these countries come to the aid of Singapore during times of threat.
Diplomacy
Diplomacy is the way in which countries manage or conduct relations with one another by:
Promoting common interests and resolve conflicting interests in a peaceful manner. Most countries send diplomats to represent their respective countries in a foreign country to perform economic and political functions and to look after their citizens in the foreign country.
Bilateral relations benefit Singapore as these ties allow Singapore to promote its political, economic and cultural interests. These ties allow Singapore to gain substantial economic benefits through trading relations, these ties also allow Singapore to gain social benefits. These ties provide a means of conflict resolution with these countries and provide a chance for Singapore to gain worldwide recognition and respect.
These aims have helped ASEAN to maintain peaceful relations. ASEAN also allows Southeast Asia to have a stronger position on the world stage when negotiating with more powerful countries.
Being part of ASEAN provides Singapore an opportunity to strengthen its relationship with its neighbours and also gives Singapore a role to play in maintaining regional peace and promoting economic development.
Security Council:
The UN has a security council of 5 permanent members and 10 non-permanent members. Singapore was elected to be an non-permanent member from 2001-2002 and was the President of the Council form Jan 2001 to May 2002.
UN Peacekeepng Missions:
UN organises peacekeeping missions of which Singapore has been involved in since 1989.