c) Non-intervention and cooperation

The essence of the Good Neighbor Policy in Latin America during the 1930s was centered on non-intervention and cooperation. Initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, this policy marked a departure from previous U.S. interventions in Latin American affairs. It aimed to improve relations with Latin American countries through diplomatic means and mutual respect for sovereignty. The Good Neighbor Policy fostered closer economic and political ties, promoted cultural exchanges, and sought to counteract European influences in the region. This approach represented a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy and helped to establish a foundation for more amicable relations in the Western Hemisphere.