Describe any four benefits member states of the Commonwealth derive from the Organization.

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WAEC 2000

Describe any four benefits member states of the Commonwealth derive from the Organization.

Explanation

Benefits Member States of the Commonwealth derive from the Organisation:

(i) Member states enjoy technical, scientific and educational benefits: For example, countries like Britain, Canada, Australia, etc, offer scholar-ship schemes to other countries yearly.

(ii) Grants and Aids: Commonwealth member states give grants and aids to other countries. For instances Canada helped to finance Nigeria's telecommunication system.

(iii) Trade: Member countries enjoy trade cooperation as they sign trade agreements.

(iv) English Language: The common use of English Language among member states serves as a unifying factor.

(v) Important forum: The commonwealth acts as an important forum where member states meet to discuss matters of common concern.

(vi) Military assistance: Member state enjoys military assistance from one another in the form of equipment, military hardware, technical advice and training.

(vii) Friendship and cooperation: Member-states enjoy friendship and cooperation through Commonwealth games and other social activities.

(viii) Legal system: Member states practice similar legal system, e.g., the use of the British common law and court structures.



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