interdependence
Countries depending on each other for things they need.
export / import
An export is sold to another country; an import is bought from another country.
tariff
A tax on imported goods.
accord
A formal agreement between countries.
NGO
A non-governmental organization: a group that is not part of any government and works for a cause.
humanitarian aid
Emergency help that saves lives right away.
development aid
Long-term help that builds a better future.
refugee
A person forced to flee their country to be safe.
effective
Doing what it was meant to do; getting good results.