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Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Aid for Typhoon Haiyan
Why have some countries donated more in aid to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan than others?
A reason why some countries have donated more in aid to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan than others is because of their wealth. Countries like the United States and the United Kingdom have donated more to the victims and the areas affected by the Typhoon because they are much richer than others or have a higher GDP. However, even if some countries have lower GDPs, they still continue to aid the Philippines with money.
However, an anomaly that can be seen when observing the list of countries that have donated, their amount, and their GDP is China. China, with a high GDP has donated, compared to other countries, a small amount of about $100,000. A possible reason for this is because of geopolitical conflicts between the Philippines and China with the South China Sea or the West Philippines Sea.
How does the aid being sent to victims of Typhoon Haiyan represent the following:
Altruism: Altruism is the act of donating for the well-being of others, and being unselfish. Countries or companies would be donating because they have emotionally been affected by the many victims that have suffered and they care. Companies like Samsung, the NBA, etc. could aid the victims by sending financial support because they were affected by disaster, however, there are also potential underlying reasons why these countries or companies are donating money.
Geopolitics: As I stated above in the first question, an anomaly seen in the correlation between the GDP of a country and the amount of donations is China. Geopolitic conflicts such as China's conflict with the Philippines about the South China Sea or West Philippine Sea could take a huge part in their decision with the amount of donations.
Neo-colonialism: Neo-colonialism may be one of the reasons why a country could be financially supporting this disaster. Countries like the United States and the United Kingdom are the two regions that have donated the most. However, neo-colonialism could be viewed to be negative, because by donating money, it will allow countries to 'look good' in front of other countries or the Philippines. Companies such as Samsung and NBA may not be donating for the purpose of altruism but the purpose of neo-colonialism. By donating a huge amount of money, they are not only helping the victims of the typhoon but are also promoting their company, and improving their image.
A reason why some countries have donated more in aid to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan than others is because of their wealth. Countries like the United States and the United Kingdom have donated more to the victims and the areas affected by the Typhoon because they are much richer than others or have a higher GDP. However, even if some countries have lower GDPs, they still continue to aid the Philippines with money.
However, an anomaly that can be seen when observing the list of countries that have donated, their amount, and their GDP is China. China, with a high GDP has donated, compared to other countries, a small amount of about $100,000. A possible reason for this is because of geopolitical conflicts between the Philippines and China with the South China Sea or the West Philippines Sea.
How does the aid being sent to victims of Typhoon Haiyan represent the following:
Altruism: Altruism is the act of donating for the well-being of others, and being unselfish. Countries or companies would be donating because they have emotionally been affected by the many victims that have suffered and they care. Companies like Samsung, the NBA, etc. could aid the victims by sending financial support because they were affected by disaster, however, there are also potential underlying reasons why these countries or companies are donating money.
Geopolitics: As I stated above in the first question, an anomaly seen in the correlation between the GDP of a country and the amount of donations is China. Geopolitic conflicts such as China's conflict with the Philippines about the South China Sea or West Philippine Sea could take a huge part in their decision with the amount of donations.
Neo-colonialism: Neo-colonialism may be one of the reasons why a country could be financially supporting this disaster. Countries like the United States and the United Kingdom are the two regions that have donated the most. However, neo-colonialism could be viewed to be negative, because by donating money, it will allow countries to 'look good' in front of other countries or the Philippines. Companies such as Samsung and NBA may not be donating for the purpose of altruism but the purpose of neo-colonialism. By donating a huge amount of money, they are not only helping the victims of the typhoon but are also promoting their company, and improving their image.
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Disaster Reflection
How does the devastation brought from Typhoon Haiyan make you feel?
The devastation brought from Typhoon Haiyan has made me feel very sad for the population that has been affected and those affected severely, especially Tacloban City which looks as if it were washed away by a tsunami. It is also very depressing how the majority of families have lost family members during the disaster, and how Tacloban City is filled with debris and dead bodies. It's also very shocking after watching youtube videos about the typhoon, or watching the news because Tacloban City literally looks like a tsunami has passed or a tornado has happened. However, it has made me feel lucky that Manila and most of Luzon has been spared from the disaster. Not only this, but I am very thankful that my family and I have a safe home to stay in during disasters like this.
How should people prepare for and respond to disasters like Typhoon Haiyan?
To prepare for disasters like this typhoon, the population living in the areas should be warned, and evacuations should take place more efficiently. Areas that that are predicted to be severely affected should make it mandatory that they evacuate before the disaster occurs. To respond to disaster like Typhoon Haiyan, those who are able to help should help in anyway they can, by donating canned goods, or clothes or money to appropriate disaster funds.
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