ains for those nations involved. Economic interdependence can be viewed as a positive for bringing countries closer together and forcing them to act in a more cooperative manner. This can most obviously be seen today in the international relations of America with most Western European nations, such as England, the Netherlands, Germany, and even France. These countries acknowledge the interdependence between them, and often attempt to create policy that will foster those relationships in becoming partnerships.
             Economic interdependence however, is not always such a wonderful tool of peace and prosperity, and has the capability to be used as a weapon of mass chaos and destruction. Economic embargos by countries in control of "power resources" have the distinct ability to oppress and coerce countries in need of those resources. This is perfectly exemplified in the relations between Cuba, Iraq, or Syria with the United States (Cuba, up until the recent events of September 11th). These countries have suffered devastating effects from economic interdependence, not only economically, but also developmentally in every aspect of life.
             As with any decision or any theory, there are certain benefits and certain costs associated with it; economic interdependence is no different in this respect. However, the benefits created by complex interdependence, with economic interdependence as a main aspect has proven more often than not to be beneficial for all parties involved. In this modern day and age, technology is expanding at such a rate, that the distance between countries is seemingly getting smaller and smaller, not only in the respect of travel for people, but also
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