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The self-determination of peoples does not obey the logic of changing masters but the realization that mastering one ’ s destiny away from any foreign influence is a sovereign duty , a responsibility that must be taken before history for future generations . Even when democracy needs to be implemented , it requires a certain degree of economic and social stability to prosper . In many Third World countries , precarious economic conditions , social inequalities , and ethnic or religious conflicts often sponsored by foreign powers and endemic poverty create an environment not conducive to the establishment of stable democratic systems . Democratically elected governments , when they receive the approval of the Western community ( because sometimes the election results are not respected , as was the case in Algeria in the 90s with the victory denied to the Islamic Salvation Front ), are often faced with insurmountable challenges that undermine their legitimacy and effectiveness .
The failure of democracy proposed by the West in Third World countries is the result of a multitude of factors , including cultural incompatibility , economic and social instability , and foreign interference . Faced with these failures , the Chinese model of economic development without democratic reforms appears as an attractive alternative for many peoples . Finally , the contradictions and international economic structures that perpetuate poverty in the Third World show that the promotion of democracy by the West often comes with double standards . For democracy to truly prosper , it is essential to address these contradictions and create favorable economic and social conditions within developing countries . As the thinker would say : “ Failure is not the end of a dream , but it is often the revelation of the flaws and illusions that have hindered its realization .” Give the people the freedom to prosper first , and the choice of democracy will become a tangible logic , as every human being aspires to freedom within the respect of laws that govern the proper functioning of society .
Flashmag ! Issue 151 July 2024
Hubert Marlin Elingui Jr Journalist
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