When it comes to protecting cultural diversity, governments should be actively involved. Through legislation and funding, many of the problems could be remedied or at least contained. In order for this to actually be effective, there needs to be knowledge of an issue and acceptance that something must be done by locals. Since these are the people who are more directly impacted, it is important that they take pride in their area. 

Cultural diversity is essential to defining an area and its citizens. If plant and animal biodiversity of a place begins to crumble, the identity and  history is slowly lost too. For example, Australia is one place that is known for their rich diversity. It has famous symbols attached to it, such as the kangaroo and The Great Barrier Reef that make it unique and distinguishable. Without them, the memory of extinct animals and plants will fade, resulting in a great impact to Australia's history.

Despite the fact that cultural diversity is so important to a place, many governments will simply not want to spend the money on it. These programs are costly and sometimes ineffective. Wasting both time and money is not a welcome thing in many's eyes, even for the chance to save something that is the foundation of a group. I will not change my opinion.  This is because I think culture is so essential to a place and its people that we cannot risk losing it. 

About two years ago, Britain and France made a military cooperation, which would be considered an interdependency on each other. As this is fairly recent, it can't be described as positive or negative. However, the friendliness between the leaders could indicate a good future as opposed to the troubled past as enemies. Picture: President Sarkozy of France (Left) and Prime Minister Cameron of Great Britain (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/politics/9088569/Britain-and-France-speed-up-plans-for-joint-military-operations.html)

While this doesn't connect with a specific country, France also has dependence on its tourism. In 1998, 7% of the country's profit from exports came from tourism. Without people from other country visiting, France would notice a negative impact. In 2011, it was listed a one of the top three places to travel. Picture: Eiffel Tower in Paris (http://www.virgin-vacations.com/europe-travel/france-tours-13dkalfr13.aspx)

Since the planned closing of all of its nuclear plants, Germany has become dependent on France for nuclear energy. Germany started the closures in 2011 and is scheduled to finish by 2022. This may be a temporary dependence as they are seeking for a greener alternative. However, until such a source can be implemented, Germany will still need to import power. In one month, France earned an additional $86.6 million for Germany's increased need. Picture is a nuclear plant in France (http://www.english.rfi.fr/economy/20110531-german-decision-re-ignites-nuclear-debate-france)

The idea of feminism in France comes from America. There, society is not quite accepting of it. 
There are certain understood rules for women in France, such as they "can't be course or vulgar, or drink too much, or smoke in the street." (Jammot) Also, the pressure to be fit stems from women being seen a sexual way and needing to be attractive to be employed. In addition, a man and a woman with the same position and skills have been seen receiving different pays, with a lower salary on the female side. 
Women are underrepresented in the French government. To date, there has only been one female prime minister. Edith Cresson held the position for about a year from 1991 to 1992. Cresson was quite outspoken on the problem of inequality. She has said that all the parties have "sexist attitudes" (Tempest)Even though the issue seems to lessen with time and improvements, I believe that more can and will be done. People as a whole need to shape their views. However, I don't think every place is quite ready for such changes, but will be in their own time. 

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