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What does globalization primarily focus on?
Free trade increases the flow of trade among nations.
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What does MFN stand for in trade relations?
Most Favored Nation
What is one sign of globalization related to international trade?
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What is one effect of increased international travel and tourism?
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What does economic globalization include regarding capital flow?
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Match the following globalization concepts with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Nature of Globalization
- Formation of a Global Village enables closer contact among diverse populations.
- Liberalization promotes freedom for entrepreneurs to establish businesses domestically and abroad.
- Free Trade encourages the unrestricted flow of goods among nations, with states granting Most Favored Nation (MFN) status to minimize regulations and barriers.
- Economic Globalization merges domestic economies with global markets, fostering both local and international trade relationships.
Globalization Concepts
- Economic activities are influenced by both domestic and global markets, enhancing integration.
- Liberalization of the import-export system involves removing restrictions to facilitate the free movement of goods.
- Privatization reduces state ownership, promoting free enterprise and the flow of industrial and trade activities across borders.
- Increased collaborations among entrepreneurs boost modernization and technological advancement.
Signs of Globalization
- Significant growth in international trade, which is advancing faster than the global economy itself.
- Rise in international capital flow, including foreign direct investments (FDI).
- Greater trans-border data flow is facilitated by advancements in technology such as the internet and telecommunications.
- International cultural exchange has become prominent, highlighted by the global export of media, notably films from Hollywood and Bollywood.
- Globalization of terrorism connects terrorist activities across multiple regions.
Cultural and Economic Impact
- Spreading multiculturalism increases cultural diversity, although it may lead to assimilation and Westernization.
- Erosion of national sovereignty occurs through international agreements and organizations like WTO and OPEC, promoting a more integrated world economy.
- Increased international travel and tourism have made cross-border access easier.
- Immigration, both legal and illegal, contributes to the growing interconnectedness of societies.
Development of Infrastructure
- Global telecommunications infrastructure enhances communication, promoting greater financial integration.
- The rise of multinational corporations increases labor opportunities and global economic influence, exemplified by both Filipino and foreign workers.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of globalization and trade liberalization, particularly focusing on the formation of a global village and the impacts of free trade. Participants will evaluate their understanding of how these factors influence economic opportunities and personal freedom for entrepreneurs.
