What are the instrument of national power in peace building?

Answer 1

The phrase instruments of national power refers to the tools a country uses to influence other countries or international organizations (like the UN), or even non-state actors (like Al Qaida, the PLO, or even Green Peace). In the American perspective, the instruments of national power are:

1) Diplomacy

2) Information

3) Military

4) Economic

Recent discussions attempt to expand these four to include:

a) Financial (closely related to Economic)

b) Intelligence (a combination of national and military intelligence)

c) Law Enforcement (as in standards, practices, and abilities)

The United States National Security Strategy (NSS) is a mandated by Congress and is the principal document that lays out how the President plans to use the instruments of power to achieve US National Security objectives. President Obama's most recent NSS (May 2010) is available via the White House Web site: www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/rss...national_security_strategy.pdf

The US instruments of power are tremendous because of the magnitude of the capability of this country in each of these areas. Our democracy is stable and our diplomats are known for their integrity and expertise. Our free press and public access to each branch of government provides uncensored information on American intent and objectives. Our military is known for its might, honor, and global reach. Lastly, our economy is strong and we quickly give foreign aid to countries that need it.

Together these instruments of power form a unique blend of carrots and sticks to influence other international players.

Answer 2

The phrase instruments of national power refers to the tools a country uses to influence other countries or international organizations (like the UN), or even non-state actors (like Al Qaida, the PLO, or even Green Peace). In the American perspective, the instruments of national power are:

1) Diplomacy

2) Information

3) Military

4) Economic

Recent discussions attempt to expand these four to include:

a) Financial (closely related to Economic)

b) Intelligence (a combination of national and military intelligence)

c) Law Enforcement (as in standards, practices, and abilities)

The United States National Security Strategy (NSS) is a mandated by Congress and is the principal document that lays out how the President plans to use the instruments of power to achieve US National Security objectives. President Obama's most recent NSS (May 2010) is available via the White House Web site: www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/rss...national_security_strategy.pdf

The US instruments of power are tremendous because of the magnitude of the capability of this country in each of these areas. Our democracy is stable and our diplomats are known for their integrity and expertise. Our free press and public access to each branch of government provides uncensored information on American intent and objectives. Our military is known for its might, honor, and global reach. Lastly, our economy is strong and we quickly give foreign aid to countries that need it.

Together these instruments of power form a unique blend of carrots and sticks to influence other international players.

Answer 3

National power is divided into instruments which are used for the operation of the country. One major instrument of national power in the United States is the military.

Answer 4

1) Diplomatic

2) Economic

3) Informational

4) Military

Answer 5

an instrument of national power

Answer 6

ECONOMIC