Newly Independent Nations

Definition

Newly independent nations refer to countries that have recently gained independence from colonial rule or foreign domination. These nations are in the early stages of establishing their own governments, economies, and identities.

Related terms

Decolonization: The process by which colonies gain independence from colonial powers.

Nation-building: The efforts made by newly independent nations to establish a sense of national identity, create stable institutions, and develop their economies.

Neocolonialism: A form of indirect control exerted by former colonial powers over newly independent nations through economic, political, or cultural means.