Instruments of National Power in Respect to the United States Counterdrug Efforts in Colombia

McFadyen, James L.

ISBN 10: 1249368898 / ISBN 13: 9781249368892

Published by BiblioScholar, 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Instruments of National Power in Respect to the United States Counterdrug Efforts in Colombia
• Publisher: BiblioScholar
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1249368898
• ISBN 13: 9781249368892
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Like New
• Book Type: book

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Synopsis

This thesis examines how effectively the United States implements its instruments of national power into the counterdrug efforts currently being conducted in Colombia. Discussion begins with a review of the threat that the illegal narcotics trade presents to the United States, followed by an introduction of the historical relationship between the United States and Colombia, and then presents current trends in United States and Colombian relations. Analysis of the instruments of national power, including diplomatic, information, military, and economic strategies employed by the United States to stem the flow of narcotics as well as assist Colombia, was conducted in order to assess the effectiveness of the strategies within the overall counterdrug policy adopted by the United States. Conclusions and recommendations discuss the strategic importance of Colombia, the continuing threat posed by the narcotics trade, and the modifications and additions that could be made to current policy in order to increase its efficacy.