neocolonial
/ˌnioʊkəˈloʊniəl/
adjective
- Relating to the use of economic, political, or cultural pressure by powerful countries to control or influence less powerful countries, instead of using direct military or colonial rule.
- Some scholars see the spread of global fast-food chains as a form of neocolonial influence.
- Many critics argue that neocolonial policies keep developing nations dependent on foreign aid.
- The company's mining operations in Africa were accused of having a neocolonial impact on local communities.
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