Answer to Question #180251 in Political Science for alondra

Question

 In a summary, describe the tools of diplomacy/statecraft and what were available to the US in dealing with Cuba and the Soviet Union.

Answer 1

Tools of diplomacy

• Trade, policies governing the flow of capital, and foreign aid are examples of foreign policy tools or tools of diplomacy.
• Other instruments include economic aid, collective security, military deterrence, and international monetary structure, among others.

Tools

• In its relations with Cuba and the Soviet Union, The United States build political capital and sustained a reputation for responsiveness and reliability to foreign events and partners.
• U.S. also used military aid and economic aid to affect the military balance of power and to boost economic development.
• The use of military force was considered a tool to control Soviet’s expansion into Asia and Europe. This approach established ground for U.S. involvement in the Gulf War.