A Changing World
History

A Chilean Army General and military dictator who ruled Chile (1973 - 1990)
Augusto Pinochet
A Chilean Army General and military dictator who ruled Chile 1973 - 1990. Augusto Pinochet led a military coup that overthrew the democratically elected government, establishing a regime known for human rights abuses.

A human rights activist, Nobel Peace Prize winner and the State Counsellor of Myanmar
Aung San Suu Kyi
A human rights activist, Nobel Peace Prize winner, and the State Counsellor of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi. She is a prominent figure in Myanmar's history who fought for democracy and freedom, facing years of house arrest for challenging the military regime.

A type of land degradation in drylands when fertile areas become more arid
Desertification
A type of land degradation in drylands when fertile areas become more arid desertification. Desertification is when historically fertile land becomes dry and barren, often seen during extensive periods of poor land management or climate change.

A political and economic union of 27 member states in Europe
European Union
A political and economic union of 27 member states in Europe. European Union. The European Union is a group of European countries that work together to make decisions about trade, laws, and policies to promote peace and prosperity.

Temporary imposition on a state of economic, trade, diplomatic, cultural or other restrictions
Sanctions
Temporary imposition on a state of economic, trade, diplomatic, cultural or other restrictions. Sanctions. In history, sanctions are measures taken by countries to pressure a nation to change its policies without using military force.

An international organization for the regulation of trade between nations
World Trade Organization
An international organization for the regulation of trade between nations. World Trade Organization. The World Trade Organization is a global entity that sets rules for international trade and helps resolve disputes between countries.