Do you think it's important for a country to prioritize its own citizens' wellbeing over global cooperation, and why?

Whilst I think that a nation should focus on looking after its own people, it should not come at the cost of our ability to work with other nations. It is possible both to prioritise improving the lives of the people of the nation and to cooperate with other nations on a global scale.

In fact it can be more beneficial to work with others to improve one's own nation to a greater degree than one could alone. The European Union is the primary example of this in that it creates a shared pool of investment which is used to provide funding for large schemes that benefit different member nations in ways that they could not do on their own.

I believe in being patriotic and to stand for my countries values and that the country should first look to its own existing citizens before global cooperation but that being said it is still important to have good relationships with the world as well.

Nationalism is a disease. It does not promote your own citizens wellbeing, it supports xenophobia, racism and hatred.

It's a difficult balance - of course a country's citizens would like to think they are priority
However global cooperation works both ways - who knows when their own country requires assistance?
Countries in global cooperation would not hesitate to to help each other

fix yourself before you help other people, however, this is difficult to comment on when it refers to genocides/ huge natural disasters

No, because nations are fiat and we're all humans.

no, rising tides raise all ships. It is short sighted to view us/them. When we don't help 'them' we create 'us' problems (see refugee crisis when we don't stop or intervene in avoidable or minimisable conflicts. we are one large ecosystem and have to make sure we are all working on common goals.

Cooperations are set up for profit; profit should not be the chief objective of a government.

as long as it doesn’t go against human rights on a global scale a bit of nationalism isn’t that bad

The idea that you have to choose either your own country or foreigners is a false one, and it's rhetoric that is not serving a country's own citizens' wellbeing.

A country inherently has the responsibility to take care of its own citizens first, as a result of the social contract that establishes a government in the first place, however it has a moral obligation to also ensure the well-being of people across the globe

Closing our borders and focussing on ourselves just creates more division. We need to work with the world to learn, grow and prosper

Anyone who needs help should get help, irrespective of where they happen to be in the world.

We live in a global world so we have to take a global outlook

If a country does not prioritise its citizens then the citizens will vote with their feet at the next election so it would make sense to find a balance that appeals to voters.

Yes. A citizen is what makes the country without their wellbeing being a priority we will end up with even more homelessness and other social issues. In places where there is not the correct way of dealing with issues such as mental health you have people running around attacking , screaming and some instances until they’ve seriously harmed someone nothing is done.

Global cooperation shouldn’t affect national well-being in the first place. If it’s a richer country trying to stay rich it’s greed not well-being. If it’s a poor country loosing its only income they should be compensated or supported into a new industry. Eg cutting down rain forests.

I think we need to protect our own interests of course. But do we even have a right to tell the rest of the planet how they should live? Especially if it doesn't effect us.
Just because it goes against what we believe, it doesn't mean it is wrong.
Example, slavery. It has never been right. That will not change. Yet not long ago, UK was a large believer and dealt in them like they were dogs or cats. The right and wrong of it has never changed. What people think about it has changed.
So, what says, over the next 100 years, we won't start to think the way they live, is right.

I think we are stronger and more resilient to war, climate disaster and corruption united, globally versus as a sovereign, individual state.

Yes I do think it’s important to prioritise a nations own citizens because it’s rather simple really if you do not care for your own needs first, you are in no fit state to care for others.

It depends, if global cooperation will help people in the country, it should be encouraged

Yes - you need a strong country that support you before you Co operate with other countries

I believe that elected officials have been put into power to serve their citizens as their number one priority, not to serve the rest of the world (unless they are foreign sec). I believe that a country should put that country’s citizens first and foremost in every situation.

Nationalism is a useful but dangerous ideology to have if taken to far. For example, having a live for the country you live and not wanting to have your country and its culture wiped away from foreign influences such as native Americans, Hawaiians, South Americans and more due to colonialism but nationalism taken to far can cause exactly what nationalism is trying to prevent as people can use nationalism to eradicate other cultures and countries and replace it with there own.

A little, if there is a rising threat that could ruin global wellbeing it must be removed before it threatens the countries citizens

No international cooperation is helps with security and the economy

Yes, because companies can take care if themselves. Large companies not indie

Global cooperation leads to peace and economic prosperity for all.

If your own country cannot support you, then who can? Britain is my home. And just like in any home, your priority should be the people in your home. If you can help others the great. But you must put your own household first as no-one else will put you first. This goes for a family home, the city you call home or the country you call home. It is your home. Respect, love and help you household before all others.

I think nationalism is a cancer. Unfortunately since other nations do it, we have to prioritise our own citizens to some degree or we'll be taken advantage of. But the end goal should be that everyone looks out for each other.

Yes because you can't fill from an empty cup. If we are lacking as a society, how can we fully help others.

Yes cus it is our own citizens and they should be top priority

yes but prioritization should not mean to the detriment of others.

Yes. British citizens and people that have worked and lived here for more than 10 years should be looked after more

A country should prioritise its citizens over global co-operation except in cases where it would have implications that detriment the country such as economy or safety of citizens.

Yes, because a government is voted into power to serve the people who voted them & the country they serve. Globalism will & has destroyed democracy.

yes, government's need to stop interfering with local people's lives & stop mass importation of foreign workers.

Global cooperation is important,however, our own country must be strong enough to also help and assist our friends

nationalism in an imperial capitalist country (like the uk) is a precursor to fascism

Yes because a country should look after its own citizens before anyone elses

Yes, to a point, e.g. ensuring we have good social structures in place is essential but, if in doing so we are carrying out global damage, or causing harm to others we should seek global solutions

Yes, because if you can’t get your own house in order - you can’t preach to others

I dont agree with nationalism it is used negatively too often

Absolutely not. See veil of ignorance. There is no reason to unfairly prioritise people from your own country over others.

Governments must look after every single individual within their borders whilst simultaneously condemning worldwide issues. The West intervenes globally to cause mass destruction by stoking wars, when it should be supporting those needing aid in these places and not playing cheap geopolitical games.

Yes as it is important to have the unity and agreement of all citizens. If the people don't agree, then there will never be any good.

Agree, when the times get tough, we will likely be abandoned by other nations so why work with them when times are good?

No we should prioritise people in general and countries should work together

Yes in the immediate time frame, however there should always be goals to benefit the worlds people on a global scale

There needs to be a balance of both. It depends on what longer term intent one has. You could argue that to care for those at home enables the nation to look further afield later but we are a global family and some care of those in need, where ever they are, is important.

I think it is the duty of the government to alleviate the concerns of its inhabitants whilst enacting policies to help everyone prosper in regards to clean environments, good health care and schools, a fair living wage etc and this must take priority over global cooperation because it is us, the people that make this country, and if we are neglected, so is the country.

When you have worked and paid into a tax system all your working life and lived as a law abiding British citizen, it is a kick in the teeth to see our money sent to other countries, when we have high priorities on our own soil. That's not to say we shouldn't help others, however, more careful thought is required. Did India need millions sending over when it has it's own Space Program? I'm not sure!!

no, due to some countries being run by radical groups/leaders that compromise the welfare of others

A government's primary duty is to its people, although as humans we have a duty to eachother, to promote peace and aid the less fortunate.

This is too broad an issue. Most countries prioritise themselves anyway and it generally only changes in times of conflict and disaster.

I think every country should acknowledge we are part of a bigger picture

It is not, the globe is more important then the nation

The value of the native population is infinite. Cultures, languages, history, all live on through these people and their ancestors built it to what it was today

No it isn't at all, we are all humans living on this planet together. Over history we have consistently thought of ourselves in bigger groups and technology has advances, it is time to move on from the idea of countries.

I would say that both goals are important and are not mutually exclusive, a government does need to look after its own, by ensuring that foreign trade keeps running whilst spreading prosperity.

We should have mutualistic relations with foreign nations

I think so as a country must consider its domestic affairs and the welfare of its citizens before global cooperation. A country must still be able to have a level of autonomy from global institutions.

Yes. A government that says they want to be sympathetic or cooperative with those outside it's borders is either trying to find an escape goat for their failings, or wishes to exploit both its citizens and foreigners.

Absolutely. The requirements and needs of a country should be that country's Government's top priority. Treating the nation as a singular entity, and producing policies born to increase national productivity and growth should be first and foremost. This may result in a rich/poor divide within a capitalist society. To "level the playing field" and make everyone equal is to disregard the Capitalist ideal and move towards Socialism, which invariably results in the adoption of some form of Communism.

Yes, if you are not prioritising your own people then what’s the point on having boarders around countries and just become one country planet earth.

Yes, but it should be done with logic. What may work for the citizens today may prevent or even hinder them in the future. I think it’s important to make sure that the country prioritises the economy and great partnerships over politicians back handers, loopholes and “quick wins”.

yes so that they can aim to keep as many people safe as possible.

Depends how powerful and globally influential your county is.

Ecologism is a political ideology which focuses on the partnership between humans and nature. It argues that we must take action as the current consumption

No. Global cooperation is more powerful and important than one country’s ego

It’s normal for a country to prioritise its citizens, this should be its foremost concern. This should not be fizzled down to nationalism.

Yes, because only when your own citizens basic needs are met should you concentrate on those of other nations.

No, all humans are born equal and to treat anybody differently based on some arbitrary border is silly.

It does not matter about race or religion, if they have a British citizenship and speak English and have some kind of education, they are just as equal as any English person .However immigrants allowed in should be decreased and only people who have competence and education allowed in.A country should priorities it's own citizens;but also place emphasise on the importance of world peace and cooperation.

I think the global cooperation matters more only because if there’s any issues, there can be conflict that destroys a country.

Yes, they are the people who make that countries world go round

A country should prioritise its own citizens but also care for the citizens of other countries