Share Global Politics QUIZ 4 (Resource politics)
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How has China's power shifted as its economy has grown?
Shifted from following Western-led international rules to creating its own institutions (like AIIB), using economic leverage for political influence
What is the Belt and Road Initiative?
A Chinese military alliance with Asian countries
China's massive infrastructure investment project connecting
An environmental protection program for developing nations
A trade agreement between China and the United States
What year did China join the WTO?
1989
2018
1972
2001
Are "rare earth minerals" rare?
No
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Yes
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Why are critical minerals and materials considered strategically important in modern international politics?
Essential for modern technology and global supply chains. Countries controlling these resources can influence others who depend on them
How can infrastructure investment projects be used as tools of geopolitical influence?
Belt and Road Initiative create economic dependencies and political influence for the investing country. Can secure access to resources whilst building partners
