This could be a gross generalization.. but it seems to me that the only way to help another country out of a situation like this is to let them help themselves.
True freedom can only be won by those who are oppressed.
If someone else wins it for them then it's just not appreciated enough. Whereas if they have enough brave incorruptible people to fight for themselves then they can be proud of the sacrifice and victory that they made on their own. Pride then fuels their future success and morality.