Decolonization Movements Questions
In the Middle East, the major decolonization movements were the Arab Nationalist Movement and the Pan-Arabism Movement. The Arab Nationalist Movement aimed to unite Arab countries and gain independence from European colonial powers. Pan-Arabism, on the other hand, sought to promote Arab unity and cultural identity across the region.
In Oceania, the major decolonization movements were the Maori Land Rights Movement in New Zealand and the Papua New Guinea Independence Movement. The Maori Land Rights Movement fought for the recognition of Maori indigenous rights and the return of their lands. The Papua New Guinea Independence Movement aimed to gain independence from Australian colonial rule and establish self-governance for the people of Papua New Guinea.