Conflict,+Change,+and+Independence+of+Morocco+and+Libya

=Libya= What causes conflict? The relationship between Libya and Switzerland has turned bad. The leader of Libya, Muammar Gaddafi is trying to start a war with Switzerland because he believes that they are destroying mosques. In 2008 one of Gaddafis sons was arrested for abusing domestic servants, but was released shortly after. This made the conflict between the two countries worse.

Does power corrupt? Power has caused corruption. Colonel Muammar Gaddafi is the dictator in Libya. He is known to be corrupt. He is labled as a man with an overblown ego. Libya is an oil rich country and over 40 years the Colonel has had about a trillion dollars in oil revenues, however many Libyans live in substandard homes, experience daily power cuts, water rationing and frequent shortage of food. Many Libyans are seen begging in streets. A large amount of money was spent on the manufacture of chemical and nuclear weapons. Besides spending money on himself with expensive cars and other luxuries, it appears the money is being spent on everything but the welfare of his people.

Are independence and dependence inseparable? Libya achieved their independence on December 24, 1951 after years of political work locally and internationally following Italy's defeat in World War II. Although Libya has been established as an independent country, it is dependent on its oil revenue. Revenue obtained in oil exportation has been the governments major economic policy objective. The constant rise and decline of oil prices over the years has drastically affected the economic activity in Libya

=**Morocco**=

What causes conflict? Morocco's major conflict is with Spain. Morocco disputes with Spain over fishing rights have gone on for years. Each country declared zones with a coastal fishing limit. In 1988 an agreement was made with Spain to allow vessels to catch 95,000 tons annually. In return Morocco receives fees and other financial assistance worth millions. These agreements are renewed every four years which causes more debate and conflict between the two countries.

Does power corrupt? Morocco ranks 89th out of 180 countries on international corruption. King Mohammad VI has been trying to correct several human rights violations committed under is fathers rule. Although he has made some positives moves to improve a woman's status by granting them equal rights and family life, Morocco remains far from democratic. There is still election fraud and corrupt legislature as well as the true inclusion of minority groups such as women and homosexuals. Progress has been slow in Morocco since the king himself is the only one that has absolute constitutional power.

Are independence and dependence inseparable? Morocco became independent from France on March 2, 1956. It is divided into 16 regions and the regions are administered by ministers appointed by the king. Morocco's dependence relies on its agricultural and tourism. Only 19% of its land is cultivated and its crops are reliant on the weather conditions which is mostly out of their control. Income from agricultural and tourism gives a boost to their economy. For the country of Morocco independence and dependence are inseparable.