Question

Macmillan Toys Inc. is located in the nation of Ruffino near the nation of East Fenwick. Macmillan Toys is considering expanding into Rusalka. Both countries have similar consumer incomes and knowledge bases and share a common language. Also, the transportation networks between the countries are strong. Even so, the two nations have a long-standing dispute concerning the control of an area of land along their common border. Currently, Ruffino rules this land.
What would most likely prevent Macmillan Toys from expanding into Rusalka?

Answer 1

Answer: Political Distance

Explanation:

Political distance refers to a difference in opinion and policies as well as relations that countries have amongst themselves. In this scenario, this is the most likely bone of contention that would prevent Macmillan Toys from expanding into Rusalka.

This is because land disputes fall under political distance and can get very serious. So serious in fact that nations have gone to war over such disputes with the latest being Azerbaijan and Armenia. Macmillan Toys may therefore find it difficult to expand into the country due to this land dispute.