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Intellections Discussion

No Empty Threats: Establishing Credibility in Foreign Affairs
What other historical examples can you think of that demonstrate the consequences of making empty threats?

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Relations can be thrown off balance, as has been the recent situation in the Philippines.
Recent rhetoric with NATO has caused under performing members to state plans to reach 2% Defense spending.
Ineffective reaction to the invasion of Georgia, initiated the repossession of Crimea.
Cyber hacking sponsored by Foreign actors has increased, in the absence of a credible solution or response.

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