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What is the primary aim of descriptive trade theories?
What is the primary aim of descriptive trade theories?
How does mercantilism define a country's wealth?
How does mercantilism define a country's wealth?
Which of the following best describes the critique of mercantilism put forth by Adam Smith?
Which of the following best describes the critique of mercantilism put forth by Adam Smith?
What was one consequence of the mercantilist doctrine during the colonial era?
What was one consequence of the mercantilist doctrine during the colonial era?
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According to Adam Smith, what is an essential factor for optimizing trade between countries?
According to Adam Smith, what is an essential factor for optimizing trade between countries?
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What is a fundamental belief of free trade according to Adam Smith?
What is a fundamental belief of free trade according to Adam Smith?
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Which of the following reflects the mercantilist approach to achieving a favorable balance of trade?
Which of the following reflects the mercantilist approach to achieving a favorable balance of trade?
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What was a significant aspect of Smith's view regarding the consequences of trade?
What was a significant aspect of Smith's view regarding the consequences of trade?
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What aspect of globalization primarily focuses on the trade and exchange of goods?
What aspect of globalization primarily focuses on the trade and exchange of goods?
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Which early trade route is considered an example of historical globalization?
Which early trade route is considered an example of historical globalization?
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What invention in the 19th century significantly improved global communication during the process of globalization?
What invention in the 19th century significantly improved global communication during the process of globalization?
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What global force can influence political decisions according to the types of globalization?
What global force can influence political decisions according to the types of globalization?
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What is one of the critiques against globalization in relation to national identity?
What is one of the critiques against globalization in relation to national identity?
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Which city is noted for becoming an economic hub post-Roman Empire due to its control of trade?
Which city is noted for becoming an economic hub post-Roman Empire due to its control of trade?
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During which economic event was the term 'globalization' first used in a newspaper?
During which economic event was the term 'globalization' first used in a newspaper?
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What is a significant consequence of globalization that is often criticized?
What is a significant consequence of globalization that is often criticized?
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What is one of the key challenges modern globalization faces?
What is one of the key challenges modern globalization faces?
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What significant change did the introduction of container shipping bring to global trade?
What significant change did the introduction of container shipping bring to global trade?
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Which aspect of globalization has led to significant environmental concerns?
Which aspect of globalization has led to significant environmental concerns?
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What does the lecture suggest about governments in relation to globalization?
What does the lecture suggest about governments in relation to globalization?
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How has historical technology influenced globalization according to the content?
How has historical technology influenced globalization according to the content?
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What is one critique of globalization mentioned in the content?
What is one critique of globalization mentioned in the content?
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Which trend is expected to enhance global shipping logistics in the future?
Which trend is expected to enhance global shipping logistics in the future?
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What was a significant outcome of the container shipping revolution by 1980?
What was a significant outcome of the container shipping revolution by 1980?
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Study Notes
Week 2 - Pt. 1: Introduction to Globalization
- Globalization is the process of making global, particularly the development of international influence by businesses. This often occurs at the expense of national identity.
- The first usage of the term "globalization" appeared in a 1930 newspaper, during the Great Depression. However, the phenomenon dates back further, with the Silk Road (130 BCE) facilitating the exchange of goods, culture, language, religion, and disease across Eurasia.
- Types of Globalization: Economic (trade), political (trade agreements), and cultural (music, films, sports).
- Historical tools of globalization: Telegraph (19th century), enabling rapid communication and centralized control over global trade.
- The rise of Venice, post-Roman Empire, as an economic hub controlling trade via military and diplomatic power.
Week 2 - Pt. 2: Tools and Expansion of Globalization
- Silk Roads (1st century BCE - 5th century CE and 13th-14th centuries), introducing luxury products like silk between China and Rome.
- Spice Routes (7th-15th centuries): trade routes for spices across the Indian Ocean and Mediterranean.
- Age of Discovery (15th-18th centuries): European exploration enabled the integration of the Americas into global trade, influencing diets and lowering spice prices.
- First Wave of Globalization (19th century - 1914): Industrial Revolution increased global trade through steamships, railroads, and industrial manufacturing.
- World Wars: Disrupted globalization, leading to closed borders and economic disruptions.
- Second and Third Waves (Post-WWII to 2000s): Trade resumed with international organizations like the WTO and European Union. The Third Industrial Revolution (internet) accelerated global integration.
- Globalization 4.0 (Present): Focus on digital globalization (e-commerce, Al, 3D printing), with global challenges like climate change and cyberattacks.
Week 2 - Pt. 2: Tools and Expansion of Globalization (Video)
- Container Shipping Revolution (1956): Introduction of containers drastically reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Impact on global trade: By 1980, 90% of manufactured goods were transported in containers.
- Environmental concerns: Shipping's impact on nitrogen oxide pollution.
- Technological advances: Automation, battery-powered ships, and blockchain for streamlining global logistics.
- Refrigerated shipping: Enables longer transport times for fresh produce.
Week 2 - Pt. 3: Critique of Globalization (Article)
- Globalization's mixed impact: Winners and losers, corporations and other groups.
- The long-term success of globalization depends on governments and institutions' acknowledgement and protection of people negatively affected by the process.
- 1999 Seattle WTO protests: Concerns about national sovereignty, labor standards, and environmental protections from global agreements.
- Historical resistance: Nationalism and protectionism after World War I and during the Great Depression. Colonial trade networks were influential as an early form.
- Modern criticism: Globalization's disproportionate benefits for wealthy countries and corporations, impacting poorer countries and vulnerable populations via cultural erosion.
Week 2- Pt. 3: Critique of Globalization (Article 2)
- Shift in Global Integration: Trade flows are now driven by knowledge, services, data, and intellectual property; growth is noted to be twice as fast as goods trade
- R&D and Talent Mobility: Global R&D, particularly in automotive and pharmaceutical industries, is increasingly offshore
- Role of Multinational Corporations: MNCs drive most global exports in sectors like transport, pharmaceuticals, and electronics
- Growth opportunities in services: Increase in services trade is expected with further liberalization, unlocking growth.
- Supply Chain Disruptions: Events like the pandemic disrupted supply chains, sparking concerns about globalization.
Week 2- Pt. 1: Introduction to Globalization (Article 1)
- First Wave of Silk Roads (1st century BC - 5th century AD)
- Spice Routes (7th-15th centuries)
- Age of Discovery (15th-18th centuries)
- First Wave of Globalization (19th Century - 1914)
Week 2- Pt. 2: Tools and Expansion of Globalization (Article 2)
- Shift in Global Integration (Trade flows)
- R&D and Talent Mobility
- Role of Multinational Corporations
- Growth in Services
- Supply Chain Disruptions
Week 2- Pt. 2: Tools and Expansion of Globalization (Article 1)
- Silk Roads
- Spice Routes
- Age of Discovery
- First Wave of Globalization
Week 2- Pt. 2: Tools and Expansion of Globalization (Article)
- Silk Roads
- Spice Routes
- Age of Discovery
- First Wave of Globalization
Week 2- Pt. 1: Introduction to Globalization (Article)
- Definition of Globalization
- Historical Context
- Types of Globalization (economic, Political, Cultural)
- Historical Tools of Globalization
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