The correct answer is Option (1) → Resource geopolitics
The picture depicts how neocolonialism works — powerful countries justify invading or intervening in weaker nations, then demand payment in the form of natural resources (like oil) for "rebuilding."
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The Soldiers: Two soldiers are shown in a war-torn country, implying a military invasion or intervention has just taken place.
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The Message: One soldier says to a person who is clearly a civilian from the devastated country, "Now that we've destroyed your country, you can pay us to rebuild it."
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The Payment: The second soldier clarifies the form of payment, stating, "WE ACCEPT NATURAL RESOURCES, LIKE OIL, AS PAYMENT."
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The Central Theme: This exchange perfectly captures the essence of neocolonialism—where powerful nations, instead of establishing direct political control through formal colonies, use economic, military, and political pressure to exploit the resources of less powerful countries. The cartoon shows how military intervention is a tool to gain control over valuable resources, making the rebuilding of the country conditional on handing over its natural wealth.
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