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What effect has fracking had on the global oil market?
What effect has fracking had on the global oil market?
What is one of the main aims of the European Union within its borders?
What is one of the main aims of the European Union within its borders?
What was one of the objectives of NAFTA when it was created?
What was one of the objectives of NAFTA when it was created?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the EU in the wider world?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the EU in the wider world?
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Which countries are part of NAFTA?
Which countries are part of NAFTA?
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Study Notes
Fracking and OPEC
- Fracking, a new technology in the United States, has significantly impacted global oil prices.
- Fracking has increased worldwide oil production and subsequently lowered prices.
- OPEC's influence on global oil markets has diminished due to the rise of fracking.
The European Union
- The European Union (EU) is an international organization comprising 27 European countries.
- Formed after World War II, the EU aims to bind European nations closer together for economic, social, and security reasons.
- The EU's internal aims are to promote peace, well-being, and environmental protection, as well as establish an internal market.
- The EU's external aims include contributing to global peace, security, and sustainable development, promoting solidarity and respect among nations, fostering fair trade and human rights, and upholding international law.
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
- NAFTA is a trade agreement between the United States, Mexico, and Canada, established on January 1, 1994.
- NAFTA reduced or eliminated tariffs on trade between the three countries, creating a large free-trade zone.
- The agreement aimed to boost economic benefits for all three nations through free trade and lower tariffs.
- Key objectives of NAFTA:
- Reduce trading costs and increase business investments
- Facilitate cross-border movement of goods and services
- Promote fair competition
- Increase investment opportunities
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Explore the intricate dynamics of fracking, OPEC, and their effects on global oil prices. This quiz also covers the European Union's formation and objectives, along with the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Test your knowledge on these crucial topics in international economics and trade.
