Globalisation hastened the use of sanctions as a tool of diplomacy. Economic measures have taken on increased importance because of the way international trade and finance work. Sanctions can be poorly conceived, and history reveals them to be a blunt tool for changing conduct. Apartheid in South Africa came undone in a context of international sanctions. He denigrates multilateralism and cares little about human rights.

Source: The Guardian August 06, 2017 17:37 UTC