NICARAGUA IN THE CONTEXT OF EXTERNAL OFFICIAL COOPERATION: CONSTRUCTIVISM AND POLITICAL PENALTIES

Abstract

This work is a small contribution to the study and analysis of the dilemmas that for more than thirty years have framed the Official External Cooperation in Nicaragua. Socioeconomic status – mainly poverty and related factors – has allowed locating Nicaragua within the guidelines of Official Development Assistance (ODA), designed by engaging members of the Development Co-operation Directorate.(DCD-DAC)) Since 80´s, Nicaraguan state has been receiving cooperation funds directed to poverty reduction and promotion of economic growth and social development. Nevertheless, to date, many traditional donors with extensive experience within the national territory, have taken the decision to leave the country, others have done cuts to Aids budgets. On the other hand objectives of improving living conditions and reducing poverty still in debate. This research intended to provide answers to questions: What has been the role of international cooperation in the fight against poverty in Nicaragua? Have policies of the Nicaraguan state along with donor´s mechanisms disbursements been effective in promoting social development of Nicaragua?