Foreign Policy - Iran (Policy Proposal #16)

Proposed Policy

A) First we need firm documentation that there is actually a nuclear threat. Wanting to develop nuclear weapons is different than actually going down the path of developing nuclear weapons.

B) If it is found that there is a real threat, diplomacy and trade sanctions must be pursued on a united front. All allies must be pressured to participate. Our allies should be encouraged to lead in this issue, not the US.

C) Do not set any preconditions to open up talks.

D) Step up business ties for expanded oil purchases and trade. Many of our allies need oil, Iran needs to sell oil, and we want their petrol dollars to be buying our goods.

What would this accomplish?

A, B) It is in the best interest of our allies to work together. Trade sanctions do not work if others do not participate.

C) Any discussions are better than none. We do not need any misconceptions based on lack of communication.

D) Business and the internet are the best ambassador over time.

Commentary

Why do we continually “go it alone”? This troublesome country is not in our backyard. This problem needs to be pushed on our allies to lead the charge. We don’t need our present label as a warmonger in the Arab world.