You call Myca’s president.
You tell her the United States values its trade relationship with Myca, but also respects workers’ rights. This includes the right to strike without fear of losing their jobs. If the president makes the mine owners replace experienced miners with inexperienced miners, it will be bad for graphite production. This will hurt Myca’s economy at a time when it needs money to rebuild from the hurricane.
The president tells you the United States should not meddle in her country’s domestic issues or overestimate its influence. The United States is not the only market for Myca’s graphite. If the workers strike, she will imprison them, regardless of the economic consequences. Your call ends.
That afternoon, the miners vote to go on strike in solidarity with the pro-democracy student demonstrators.
— Spokesperson for Myca’s presidentThe U.S. Secretary of State should be more loyal to the government side. Remember, there are other countries that would buy our graphite.
— Graphite mine ownerDespite what the president says it would be difficult to replace all those workers quickly. And training new ones will take time, too.
— International news headlinesDiplomatic rift. Aid in jeopardy.”
“Myca says, ‘Back off!’ U.S. frustrated.”
“Graphite stocks plummet amid labor standoff.
