in thinking which country to help, the govt thinks which coutry
they have more dealings and trade with, and the economic benefits /
losses from both sides in doing so. the risks of offending the
other side, the benefits you will get in return for helping
one.
by helping 1 country means you side with it. all the 'friend'
countries of the other country that you didnt help will become more
against you.
if you helped a pro us country vs a muslim arab country, do u think
you are increasing the chances of terrorist attacks in your country
too, if they view you to be pro us and anti arab?
sometimes helping countries, sending $100k over regularly, its like
buying goodwill.. because you need them to not hate you.. other
times you are bound to help because its a country or state also in
your 'group', like ASEAN etc.
