Debate Topics - First World Obligation

For Extensive Responsibility
First World has always exploited Third World
Creates dens of international or global community
Promotes cross-cultural understanding
Raises First World awareness of Third World plight
The importance of humanitarian deeds
Promotes economic stability
Raises standard of living for Third World populations
Reflects acceptance of First World responsibility for past historical actions

For Limited Responsibility
Every nation is responsible for its own people
Long term affects of sustained 'charity' are negative on the whole
Makes Third World countries even more dependent on First World countries
Imports First World cultural values into Third World context where they do not necessarily belong, or apply
Creates cultural homogenization
Past history of corruption and ineffectiveness of such 'help' programs
Need for real economic opportunities rather than charity
Hurts national pride and confidence in the leadership of the Third World countries involved